Crash Test Dummies Gain Weight to Save Lives In some ways, this is just another sign of the times. The job of a crash test dummy is to mimic actual human anatomy as closely as possible so that car designers and safety engineers can build better vehicles that reduce the number of deaths and injuries from auto accidents. But it turns out that the crash test dummies weve been using were designed in the 1980s and are actually in much better shape than the typical American is. So… apparently it’s time to super-size them. cnn/2014/10/23/tech/innovation/obese-crash-test-dummies-mci/index.html It’s no laughing matter. This story sheds light on yet another reason to achieve a healthy weight. Being obese raises your risk of dying in an auto accident and presumably raises your risk of serious injury as well. But even if you’re not overweight or obese, auto accidents can be very, very hard on the musculoskeletal system—even seemingly minor “fender-benders” can cause pain and disability. Remember—it’s important to get a medical evaluation from a qualified healthcare professional as soon as possible after an accident, even if you think you’re fine or don’t feel any immediate symptoms of injury. It’s not uncommon for symptoms to emerge days, weeks or even months after a collision. Earlier evaluation can mean earlier diagnosis and treatment, which often results in faster and fuller recoveries.
Posted on: Wed, 05 Nov 2014 14:15:36 +0000
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