Why shouldn't the helmet be removed from an injured motorcyclist?

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In the event of an accident, a motorcyclist can suffer multiple traumas, especially in the neck and head area. Removing the helmet from an injured person is a very delicate maneuver that can seriously aggravate possible cervical or spinal cord injuries. For this reason, as a general rule, the helmet should never be removed from an injured motorcyclist. It should only be done by specialized medical personnel applying the appropriate techniques. The only exception would be if the injured person is not breathing and it is essential to remove it to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Why shouldn't the helmet be removed from an injured motorcyclist?

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