# Children's Hospital LA sees 675% jump in e-bike injuries

> Children's Hospital LA reports 675% surge in e-bike and e-scooter injuries among youth.
- Title: Children's Hospital LA sees 675% jump in e-bike injuries
- Summary: Children's Hospital LA reports 675% surge in e-bike and e-scooter injuries among youth. Children's Hospital Los Angeles found e-bike and e-scooter injuries…
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- Source: Sfgate — https://sfgate.com/bayarea/article/e-bike-injuries-22459789.php
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## Injury surge
Children's Hospital Los Angeles reports a 675% jump in e-bike and e-scooter injuries from 2020 to 2025.
## Severe injuries
Injuries include concussions, fractures, hospitalization, and life-threatening conditions.
## Hospital data
16 cases in 2020 rose to 124 cases in 2025 across six years of data.
## Demographics
70% of patients were male with a median age of 14 years old.
## Safety call
CHLA urges parents, riders, and officials to rethink e-bike and e-scooter safety practices.
## Orange County response
Orange County launched education and enforcement programs for e-bike crashes.
## Key takeaway

Children's Hospital Los Angeles found e-bike and e-scooter injuries increased 675% from 2020 to 2025, with severe injuries requiring hospitalization.