A population based analysis of the implementation of pediatric facemasks in girls youth lacrosse
Walls A, Kasle D, Aaronson N, Harley E, Waldman E. A population based analysis of the implementation of pediatric facemasks in girls youth lacrosse. International Journal Of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology 2016, 93: 141-144. PMID: 28109486, DOI: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2016.12.040.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdolescentChildCross-Sectional StudiesDatabases, FactualEar, ExternalFacial InjuriesFemaleHead Protective DevicesHumansIncidenceMasksRacquet SportsUnited StatesConceptsAbsolute risk reductionRelative riskEar injuryLacrosse injuriesTotal incidenceFacial lacerationsRisk reductionRelative risk reductionSignificant decreaseCross-sectional reviewAdditional protective equipmentFacial abrasionsEmergency roomFacial fracturesFacial injuriesFacemask useNeck regionInjuryLacerationProtective equipmentIncidenceNational databaseSectional reviewFemale athletesFurther risk