Russian Youth Revive Dangerous Bonesmashing Trend on Social Media

Russian youth have revived the dangerous trend of bonesmashing, where they intentionally hit their faces with hammers to achieve a more defined facial structure. Despite the serious risks, including nerve damage and potential permanent disfigurement, the trend has gained popularity on social media.

Key facts

• Russian youth are intentionally hitting their faces with hammers in a trend called bonesmashing.
• The belief is that microfractures caused by this practice will lead to a more defined facial structure.
• The trend has already resulted in numerous injuries, including nerve damage and facial asymmetry.
• Experts warn that bonesmashing is based on a misunderstanding of Wolff’s Law, which applies to gradual stress, not blunt-force trauma.

Sources

• WION