Journal Reviews

Helmets make a difference in bicycle injuries

4 March 2024 | | ENTA-Head & Neck | Bicycling, Head protective devices, Helmets, Maxillofacial injuries, Traffic accidents

This is a meta-analysis of maxillofacial injuries arising from riding a bicycle. The incidence of maxillofacial fractures in cycling accidents varies from 3-20% and, whilst the effectiveness of helmets in preventing traumatic brain injuries is well known, their protective effect...