Wake Boarding/Skating/Surfing Injuries

I have read a lot of post's lately that have to do with injury while wake boarding, skating, & surfing. I recently broke my leg in three places and put a post on wake world. Why so many injuries i ask my self is it because of the equipment advancment? Are we riding equipment that is designed for pro riders and not for the average joe. I do know that pro riders are the driving force behind better equiment, & boats I also realize that there is a chance for injury with any sport. I just cant help but think the sport I love so much is just getting more & more dangerous and does this have to do with the progression of equipment.Is the equipment further along with progression than us that ride only a couple of time's a week. Just wanted to see if any one else has had this thought.