Protective gear use and skating location by gender
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ***p<0.001. | |||
| % Using gear | |||
| Helmet | 5.6 | 5.9 | 5.7 |
| Elbow pads | 9.3 | 11.4 | 10.0 |
| Knee pads*** | 20.1 | 28.6 | 22.8 |
| Wrist guards*** | 54.7 | 73.2 | 60.5 |
| Skating location (%)*** | |||
| Street | 13.3 | 7.6 | 11.5 |
| Sidewalk | 15.4 | 14.8 | 15.2 |
| Bike path | 71.2 | 77.5 | 73.2 |
| Total | 99.9 | 99.9 | 99.9 |