Why Should 4-H Horse and Pony Youth Wear Certified Equestrian Helmets?

Authors

Katherine McKee, Purdue UniversityFollow
Colleen Brady, Purdue UniversityFollow

Volume

42

Issue

6

Abstract

This article reviews literature that pertains to the use and function of equestrian helmets. It provides health reasons that may be used to justify the use of equestrian helmets. The article covers equestrian injuries, helmet wearing habits, head injuries, and equestrian helmets. The authors use the information provided to advocate the use of helmets and to recommend that Extension professionals promote helmet use among youth equestrians.

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Recommended Citation

McKee, K., & Brady, C. (2004). Why Should 4-H Horse and Pony Youth Wear Certified Equestrian Helmets?. The Journal of Extension, 42(6), Article 30. https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/joe/vol42/iss6/30