[Trampoline jumping--a dangerous sport? Analyses of injuries and preventive measures].

Trampoline Jumping--A Dangerous Sport? Injury Analyses and Prophylactic Measure: Trampoline jumping enjoys an increasing popularity yet it is not without its dangers. More than 7000 schoolchildren are reputedly injured at this sport annually. The numerous distortions, fractures and luxations of the extremities are relatively harmless injuries. However, severe traumata with tetraplegia appear with increasing frequency. We have seen 25 cases in 10 years. The causes and exact mechanism of injury became apparent from thorough analysis of the accidents. Improvement of the safety measures is urgently necessary. The mini-trampoline should be abolished from school lessons.