The perils of bungee jumping

Bungee jumping is a relatively new recreational sport. Most emergency physicians and trauma surgeons have limited experience with its associated injuries. We report the case of a bungee cord attachment apparatus malfunctioning, resulting in a free fall of the jumper of approximately 240 feet. The pr...

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Veröffentlicht in:	The Journal of emergency medicine 1995-09, Vol.13 (5), p.629-631
Hauptverfasser:	Shapiro, Marc J., Marts, Boyd, Berni, Anthony, Keegan, Mary J.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Accidental Falls Adult Athletic Injuries - diagnostic imaging Biological and medical sciences bungee Equipment Failure fall Humans jump Knee Injuries - etiology Male Medical sciences Radiography Safety Spinal Injuries - etiology sport Sport (general aspects) Sports - physiology trauma Traumas. Diseases due to physical agents
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Zusammenfassung:	Bungee jumping is a relatively new recreational sport. Most emergency physicians and trauma surgeons have limited experience with its associated injuries. We report the case of a bungee cord attachment apparatus malfunctioning, resulting in a free fall of the jumper of approximately 240 feet. The presence of an air cushion on the ground prevented significant injury. Knowledge of the potential injuries of this new sport is crucial for effective management.
ISSN:	0736-4679 2352-5029
DOI:	10.1016/0736-4679(95)00067-K