“Mechanisms of Injury in Childhood” utilizes sophisticated and detailed medical illustrations and animation as well as radiographs to demonstrate the location, characteristic, and biomechanics of injuries in young children that involve internal structures (fractures, head injuries, abdominal injuries).  This DVD provides a realistic demonstration of injury mechanisms that go well beyond the capabilities of the typical two-dimensional illustration. The goal for users of the DVD is an improved knowledge of injuries and findings in abuse cases, an understanding of the actual physical mechanisms of the injuries, and increased confidence in the assessment and investigation of cases of suspected child abuse. View Video

This resource was created by the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio through a Children’s Justice Act grant.