Has Anyone Ever Really Hurt Themselves

After hearing many of the Veterans of this Forum, warning us Newbies about the dangers of Horse squeezes and other Risky techniques used in PE, I am wondering has there ever been a recorded incident of any member seriously injuring himself to the point, where he may have needed hospitalization or surgery, I am sure this is not something any of us want to think about, but I think it is better to be aware of dangerous practices that should be left only to the professionals.

Oceanblue

Ocean,

Not to my knowledge has anyone here ever suffered an injury that caused hospitalization or surgery. However, there have been some injuries that could have been avoided. My suggestion is that you read the injury forum several times, Dance’s injury is one of the more severe and one that you should read.

As a newbie, you should listen to the fellas that have been doing this awhile, hear what they say and learn from it. One of my favorite sayings is, “learn from others mistakes, you don’t have enough time to make them all yourself”.

Ocean,

I have had injuries but have always recovered. No one wants to make your list so it is best to err on the side of caution.

Ophios

I have injured myself twice. First time was via manual stretching and the second time hanging. I recovered fully both times, however the second injury ( Hanging ) was definitely more severe and much scarier. Always,always,always,always,use your head. Pay attention. Listen to the veterans. Read,read,read, and read some more.