The extreme forces your body is subject to as it is pulled back upward by the bungee cord can injure the vertebrae of your spine and the delicate spinal cord that they protect. Injuries typically include compression fractures — broken bones in the spine — and herniated discs and spaces between the vertebrae.
What are the disadvantages of bungee jumping?
There is a very high possibility of injuries even with the safety precautions. Many even die trying and performing these feats. It is straining the body out of the comfort zone and may not go down well if the body is not prepared for such heavy workout or one is not a regular practitioner of adventure sports.
What body parts can be injured in a bungee jump?
These include:
- Damage to the eyes, including broken blood vessels, retinal detachment, and even blindness.
- Compression fractures and herniated discs in the spine.
- Injuries to the spinal cord, which can cause pain and/or paralysis.
- Neck muscle strain and spasms.
- Concussions and other brain injury.
