–Johns Hopkins-led study debunks beliefs that safety gear promotes riskier athletic behavior
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – The use of helmets by skiers and snowboarders decreases the risk and severity of head injuries and saves lives, new Johns Hopkins-led research suggests. The findings debunk long-held beliefs by some that the use of helmets gives athletes a false sense of security and promotes dangerous behavior that might increase injuries. “There really is a great case to be made for wearing helmets,” says Adil H. Haider, M.D., M.P.H., an associate professor of surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the leader of the study
–Johns Hopkins-led study debunks beliefs that safety gear promotes riskier athletic behavior
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – The use of helmets by skiers and snowboarders decreases the risk and severity of head injuries and saves lives, new Johns Hopkins-led research suggests. The findings debunk long-held beliefs by some that the use of helmets gives athletes a false sense of security and promotes dangerous behavior that might increase injuries. “There really is a great case to be made for wearing helmets,” says Adil H. Haider, M.D., M.P.H., an associate professor of surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the leader of the study published in the November issue of the Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery. “By increasing awareness and giving people scientific proof, we hope behavior changes will follow.” MORE…
I almost always wear a helmet anymore. The feeling of safety is cool, but it is also dry, lightweight, and breathable. I'm still liking Giro helmets the best!
I have a Bern helmet and I love it. I also usually wear a helmet, due to you never know what can happen. Even on a bunny slope. The only time I don't is the transfer trail from one side to the other of the resort, but thats because there isn't anywhere to stash it at the bar.