Title
Trends in Bicycle Accidents and Injury Analysis in Poland: Insights from 2016 to 2023
Authors
[ 1 ] Institute of Health Sciences, Slupsk Pomeranian University, Westerplatte 64, 76-200 Slupsk | [ 2 ] Department of Forensic Medicine, University of Medical Sciences, Rokietnicka 10, 60-806 Poznań | [ 3 ] Instytut Mechaniki Stosowanej, Wydział Inżynierii Mechanicznej, Politechnika Poznańska | [ P ] employee
Scientific discipline (Law 2.0)
Year of publication
2025
Article type
scientific article
Publication language
english
Keywords
EN
- bicycle accidents
- bicycle safety
- post-accident injuries
- head injuries
- cause of bicycle accidents
Abstract
EN Bicycle safety remains a critical concern as cycling gains popularity, especially in urban areas where traffic conditions pose significant risks. The increasing presence of bicycles and derivatives of them further complicates traffic dynamics, raising the potential for accidents and injuries. This study examines bicycle accident trends in Poland from 2016 to 2023 using data provided by the Polish Police, supplemented with medical insights on injury mechanisms. The analysis highlights key patterns, such as the higher incidence of accidents during summer, fewer accidents on weekends compared to weekdays, and the disproportionate fatality rate among cyclists over 60. Failure to yield the right of way emerges as a leading cause of accidents. These findings underscore the need for a multifaceted approach to improving cyclist safety, including infrastructural enhancements, public education, stricter enforcement of traffic laws, and advancements in medical response and protective gear. Addressing these factors can contribute to a safer environment that supports the continued growth of sustainable and active transportation.
Date of online publication
02.04.2025
Pages (from - to)
32-1 - 32-12
Comments
Article Number: 32
License type
CC BY (attribution alone)
Open Access Mode
open journal
Open Access Text Version
final published version
Date of Open Access to the publication
in press
Ministry points / journal
20
Impact Factor
1,8 [List 2023]
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