Why the US can't afford socialized public health care

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The discussion revolves around a video of a backflip stunt, with participants expressing their thoughts on the stunt's execution, the potential risks involved, and the implications of such actions on public health care costs. The scope includes commentary on risk-taking behavior and its consequences, as well as reflections on the nature of stunts and accidents.

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  • Some participants express disbelief at how the stunt performer did not sustain injuries, questioning the safety of such stunts.
  • Others suggest that the performer may have experience, which contributed to the successful execution of the backflip.
  • A few participants highlight the potential for imitation by others, raising concerns about the risks of encouraging dangerous behavior.
  • There is a sentiment that reckless actions by individuals could lead to increased costs for public health care systems.
  • Some participants note that while the stunt appears impressive, it is still fundamentally risky and could have serious consequences.
  • One participant mentions the statistical likelihood of accidents occurring during such stunts, implying that not all attempts will be successful.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally share concerns about the risks associated with extreme stunts, but there is no consensus on the implications for public health care or the motivations behind such behavior. Multiple viewpoints remain regarding the experience level of the stunt performer and the potential for others to replicate the stunt.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference various videos and stunts, indicating a reliance on anecdotal evidence and personal opinions rather than empirical data. The discussion does not resolve the broader implications of risk-taking behavior on health care costs.

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Readers interested in discussions about risk behavior, public health implications of extreme sports, and the societal impacts of stunt performances may find this thread relevant.

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http://www.ebaumsworld.com/videos/crazybackflip.html

I actually want to know how that idiot didn't break his legs...
 
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That's nuts.

What we don't see is the footage of him in the emergency room later for spinal inujuries.
 
Completely insane. must be a trainee stuntman or something. Either that or an extremely lucky moron.
 
Yah, it's pretty annoying. Normal people try not to drive 120mph on the freeway, we stay away from juggling swords, don't try to haul 500lb objects up a flight of stairs by ourselves... etc etc... and then comes these kids who seem hell bent on getting themselves hurt in the most dramatic fashion possible.
 
holy crap- That is insane How did he walk away from that?
 
He's lucky. Perhaps he has experience at backflipping and just wanted to prove something. He walked away this time. Others have not been so fortunate.
 
You wonder how many people will be... "inspired" to try to duplicate this.
 
By the looks of it that guy has experience. It's not easy to be able to time it like he did and land just as your feat are coming around, and to bend the knees and absorb the landing. Pretty amazing flip though, if stupid.
 
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rocketboy said:
By the looks of it that guy has experience. It's not easy to be able to time it like he did and land just as your feat are coming around, and to bend the knees and absorb the landing. Pretty amazing flip though, if stupid.
I was thinking the same thing, he seemed pretty confident that he knew he could do it. Unlike that poor guy in Fred's post.
 
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Pengwuino said:
http://www.ebaumsworld.com/videos/crazybackflip.html
I actually want to know how that idiot didn't break his legs...


WOW, that's very impressive.

This guy is certainly a professional otherwise this kind of "trick" cannot work. I mean, just to be able to do a back flip on an ordinary trampoline requires much training. To do this, one needs to be very confident.

marlon
 
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Maybe its just a coincadence? I mean I'm sure there's hundreds of people who end up breaking their legs on video... and statistically SOMEONE has to hit it right on the money eventually...
 

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