Mountain Biking Injury Epidemiology: An Updated Review

Karl Koivisto; Francisca Oddo Rodriguez; Jonathan Finnoff; Aaron Provance; Stuart Willick

doi:10.1249/JSR.0000000000001261

Mountain Biking Injury Epidemiology: An Updated Review

Karl Koivisto, Francisca Oddo Rodriguez, Jonathan Finnoff, Aaron Provance^*, Stuart Willick

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Abstract

Mountain biking has increased in popularity in recent years. This review article provides an overview of the current literature on risk factors and mechanisms of injury in different disciplines of mountain biking. The head and upper extremity continue to be the most common injury sites. Mountain biking can cause serious injuries, including concussions and fractures. Although there are known risks associated with mountain biking, there is a paucity of studies on injury prevention strategies. Understanding risk factors and mechanisms of injuries is vital for improving rider safety and medical care.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	186-190
Number of pages	5
Journal	Current Sports Medicine Reports
Volume	24
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1249/JSR.0000000000001261
State	Published - 1 Jun 2025

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