Prevention strategies targeting horse-related injuries at children should appreciate the age-dependent nature of injury as well as the fact that injury severity is not necessarily associated with the experience of the rider.

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Upon the literature, the number of studies proving the necessity of helmets is higher than those objecting to them. However, this positive effect can be achieved only if several factors are present at the same time. In Hungary there is a need for effective prevention strategies such as the popularization of properly-worn helmets.