February 26 2024- Treadmills, while popular fitness equipment, pose potential dangers, with more injuries reported compared to other exercise equipment, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. In 2019, over 22,000 treadmill-related injuries led to hospital emergency room visits. Typical injuries include slips, sprains, and strains, but more severe outcomes like burns, concussions, broken bones, and rare cases of death can also occur. The risks extend beyond users, with children and pets being particularly vulnerable, as highlighted by a CPSC warning in 2021 after a child died due to a Peloton Tread+ machine.
https://edition.cnn.com/2024/02/22/health/treadmill-safety-avoid-injury-wellness/index.html
