Take 8 wheels put them on millions of pairs of feet and you have a great national pastime rollerskating you also have thousands of accidents and injuries involving arms wrists and legs why the feet of course they skate too close to other feet they cross gutter stop too abruptly they’re inexperienced
Horseplay they skate on uneven or rough surfaces their skates don’t fit or they’re not well maintained injuries needn’t be part of the game if you use skates that fit well learn the basics before going fancy watch out for hazards on skating surfaces if you really want
To skate like a pro wear protective pads on knees elbows and wrists practice courtesy and keep your skates in good repair your feet will do the rest good counsel from the American College of Surgeons and this station
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