At-home trampolines are often advertised as a fun, safe outdoor activity for the whole family. And as many indoor trampoline parks remain closed in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, the appeal of relatively affordable backyard trampolines has only increased. Sales of at-home trampolines skyrocketed this past spring when sweeping quarantine orders went into effect and … Read More
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After Negative Experience, Wisconsin Lawmaker Pushes for Regulation of Trampoline Parks
Motivation to change typically increases after enough personal pain and suffering. For one Wisconsin lawmaker, that holds especially true. Like many parents, Senator Chris Larson of Milwaukee was looking for an indoor activity to entertain his family. Also like many parents, they turned to a local trampoline park for help. From the outside, these facilities … Read More
Despite Warning From Pediatric Surgeons, 2019 Data Shows 74% of Jumpers Are Minor Children.
It’s not news that the American Academy of Pediatrics advises against trampoline park use for minor children, especially under 10 years old. However, if this is news to you, please read the article here. The AAP has been advising against minor children using trampoline parks and at-home trampolines for nearly a decade. The following data, … Read More