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Table 2 Descriptive categories of Landin's modified trauma levels (15)

From: Pattern of fractures across pediatric age groups: analysis of individual and lifestyle factors

Slight trauma

Falling to the ground from < 0.5 m (standing height)

Falling to a resilient surface (rubber or sand) from 0.5-3 m

Falling from a bed or cot

Playing injuries, including playground scuffles

Low-energy sporting injuries, such as ball sports, judo, karate, wrestling, and gymnastics

Moderate trauma

Falling to concrete or other non-resilient surface from 0.5-3 m

Falling from a bunkbed

Baby being dropped to the floor by an adult

Falling downstairs

Falling from a bicycle

Falls while moving on skateboards, skis, rollerblades, or skates

Severe trauma

Falling from a height exceeding 3 m

All traffic accidents not already mentioned

Being hit by a moving heavy object