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Can You Guess the Most Common Injuries Suffered in a Bike Accident in California?

In California and around the country, the number of people who ride their bikes on a regular basis is increasing. On the one hand, this is excellent news for the environment and riders’ health. More riders, on the other hand, means more bike accidents. Some bike accidents are minor, but the majority result in harm.

Learn about some of the most prevalent forms of bicycle injuries in California by reading on. For a free legal consultation, call Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 if you have been hurt while riding a bike.

Injuries to the head

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), head injuries account for around 60% of fatal bike accidents. Head injuries occur in around 30% of non-fatal bike accidents. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that more than $3 billion is spent annually on head injuries alone. This is compelling evidence in favor of wearing a helmet, as studies have shown that a correctly fitting helmet may lower the risk of a bike accident by up to 85%.

Broken bones

In fatal bike accidents, head injuries are the most prevalent injury, although fractures are the most common injury in non-fatal bike accidents. The most common sort of broken bone happens when a motorcyclist attempts to break their fall with his or her arm or hand, which is why arm and wrist breaks are the most prevalent. Collar bones are also a regular occurrence. Wearing cushioning is the greatest method to avoid fractured bones, but most bike riders find it too burdensome to use on a regular basis.

Cuts, sprains, and strains

Because many persons engaged in a bike accident do not seek medical attention or record the event, it is difficult to assess how many people suffer simply sprains, strains, or cuts. Instead, they will use heat or ice treatment, bandages, and rest to heal the injuries at home. Even a slight injury, though, can be expensive if it does not heal properly. As a result, we always recommend gathering information on everyone with whom you are involved in a bike accident.

Injury to the abdominal and genital areas

Generally, genital and abdominal injuries are caused by the cyclist colliding with their own bike seat, handlebars, or frame. These can be very painful and are frequently more dangerous than they look. A medical expert should be seen if you have an injury to your abs or genitals.

If you have been injured in a bike accident, call for assistance.

If you have been hurt in a bike accident, you should seek medical help right once. Once you are certain that you are secure, you should contact a personal injury attorney to learn more about your options. For a free legal consultation, call Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707.