Pediatric Sports Injury Epidemiology During COVID-19 Pandemic

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted a multitude of public health response measures including social distancing, school cancellations, and cessation of organized sports. A change in the epidemiology of injuries commonly caused by sporting activities is expected. This study seeks to examine the effect of public health measures on the incidence and characteristics of common pediatric sports injuries. Methods: This is a retrospective cohort study comparing sporting injuries presenting to a single level I pediatric trauma hospital in the United States during the COVID-19 pandemic to …