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sporty | 16:38 Sat 23rd Mar 2002 | Body & Soul
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Is it really necessary for children to use cycle helmets? Do they make a difference?
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Anything that protects the skull, at any age, makes a difference. Children are vulnerable because they don't have the develpment of spatial awareness and balance that adults posess, plus a lack of awareness of danger from other road users etc. Damage to the skull caused by falling onto concrete - a normal cycler's surface - can be fatal, so any cushioning of an impact has to increase survival, and limit potential brain damage. Helmets for all cyclist have to be a sensible option.
20:03 Sat 23rd Mar 2002
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It's not really necessary but advisable to wear a crash helmet if the child has a brain. Why not adults wear them as well?
13:02 Sun 24th Mar 2002
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There is an article on Answerbank answering your question - just click article 3170
11:10 Mon 25th Mar 2002

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