Table 4

Adjusted summary odds ratios for variables associated with helmet wearing in the logistic regression models

FactorOdds ratio95% Confidence interval
*A combined estimate has not been produced due to the significant heterogeneity of the odds ratios between 11 and 15 year olds.
Parental encouragement 6.774.09 to 11.14
Closest friend wears a helmet: age 11* 2.802.00 to 3.92
Closest friend wears a helmet: age 15*17.176.86 to 42.73
Sometimes rides off-road 5.693.77 to 8.62