The incidence of head injuries in accidents to cyclists studied by the accident service oxford were reported in this article. The effects that wearing helmets and the use of separate cycle lanes might have on such injuries were also discussed. The study was undertaken between 1 January 1983 and 31 may 1985. Injuries to the head or face or both occurred in 958 (52%) of accidents. The abbreviated injury scale was used to classify the injuries sustained. A comparison was also made between head injuries sustained in accidents by cyclists with those sustained by motorcyclists, who wear a helmet by law. To make speeds compatable only accidents in built up areas were compared. A significantly higher proportion of pedal cyclists compared with motorcyclists had head injuries, and these tended to be more severe. The study also indicated that cycle lanes were safer than ordinary roads, as the number of accidents per kilometre was less on such lanes.
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