Conclusion
Each of the studies discussed the effects of falling, and How Should a Climber Fall? also taught the best way to fall especially to avoid head and neck injuries. The Yosemite study points out that injury usually is not related to the distance of the fall nor the frequency of falls: it depends more on the rock surface the climber hits. In reviewing these studies of climbing injuries, and focusing mainly on lead climbing injuries, it is apparent that few major injuries are ever sustained. Minor injuries will happen, but not every fall guarantees an injury. All studies considered, the chance of major injury is relatively slim, potential injuries to the head and neck are more slim, and minor injuries, though more common, seem to be infrequent as well.
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