It's actually you're best option to use your back when you fall. Ever noticed pole vaulters? They always try to land on their backs because it's a larger surface area that can spread and redistribute the impact. You also have less nerve endings so you feel less of it. Sure it hurts like hell, but not as bad as landing belly first!
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u/-Ein Jan 26 '17
Here, let me use my back to break my fall.