Medical and data disclaimer

Not medical advice

Our guides sum up published research for general information. They do not replace a doctor, physical therapist, athletic trainer or other clinician who knows your health. Do not delay getting care because of something you read here.

If you think you have a medical emergency, call 911.

About the numbers

• They are estimates from a national sample of hospital emergency departments, not a full count.
• They cover emergency room visits only, not urgent care, doctor visits or injuries never treated.
• Some estimates rest on few cases. We mark those as unstable and do not use them in headlines.
• They are our own estimates, not official CPSC figures. How we count.

The club checklist

The club safety checklist is a starting point, not a certification or legal standard. Clubs should also follow their venue rules, local laws and their insurer’s advice.

No endorsements

We do not endorse any product or brand. Naming a type of gear, such as protective eyewear, is not an endorsement of any maker.