New to the thread, I'm a female and not buying the idea a kick to my fairly well padded vulva hurts as much as a kick to an unpadded testicle. Seems like a clear false equivalency to me.
The vulva does have a fat pad internally yes, but unless theres too much fat down there, it doesnt make up for the fact that the vulva contains more nerve endings than the balls. Its not a false equivalence, if you watch videos on groin shots on women, youll see that they react just like men do. The vulva is more sensitive to pain since theres an overwhelming amount of c-fibres and a-delta pain receptors.
the female pelvis is highly compact and such a kick could cause the shattering of coccyx and pelvic bones, leading to much more excruciating pain vs when kicking a guy.
A kick to the groin could lead to cervical trauma which in turn can be a risk factor for an incompetent cervix, a complication a woman can experience during pregnancy.
A kick to the groin can also damage the uterine lining due to inflammation/infection which could result in the buildup of scar tissue, making implantation of the zygote very difficult, if not impossible.
so maybe rethink it. At worst, itll be equal pain since both are highly sensitive areas. Not sure why youre doubting it.
You can read this, its eye opening:
https://www.reddit.com/r/martialarts/comments/ah04jl
we are readers after all.
Some more info:
Both the vulva and the testicles are highly sensitive areas of the body that can be very painful when subjected to trauma. However, the pain experienced from a kick to the vulva versus a kick to the testicles may be different due to differences in nerve endings and the location of the trauma.
The vulva is the external genitalia of the female reproductive system and is composed of several different structures, including the clitoris, labia minora, labia majora, and the vaginal opening. While these structures can provide some protection to the internal reproductive organs, they do not have any significant padding or protection against trauma.
On the other hand, the testicles are the male reproductive organs responsible for producing sperm and testosterone. They are located outside the body in the scrotum and are not protected by bone or other structures. While they are not padded, they do have a protective layer of muscle called the cremasteric muscle that can help to prevent injury from certain types of trauma.
Overall, it is not accurate to say that a kick to the vulva hurts less than a kick to the testicles. Both can be incredibly painful and can cause serious injury depending on the severity of the trauma. It is important to treat all types of physical violence with the same level of seriousness and to seek medical attention if you have experienced any kind of physical trauma.
The vulva has more nerve endings than the testicles. The vulva contains a dense network of nerve endings, particularly in the clitoris, which is a highly sensitive and erogenous zone. The clitoris alone contains around 8,000 nerve endings, making it one of the most sensitive parts of the human body. The labia and vaginal opening also contain many nerve endings, which can contribute to sexual arousal and sensation.
While the testicles are also sensitive and contain nerve endings, they do not have the same concentration of nerve endings as the vulva. However, it's important to note that the number of nerve endings does not necessarily determine the amount of pain experienced from trauma. Other factors, such as the force and location of the impact, can also contribute to the level of pain felt.
Dr. Robert Latou Dickinson's research on the anatomy of the female genitalia was published in the early 20th century, primarily in his book "The Pelvic Floor," which was first published in 1930. However, this book is not easily accessible online.
In terms of a more accessible source, the information about the additional 15,000 nerve endings in the vulva outside the clitoris has been widely cited in the scientific and medical literature. One example of a source that cites Dr. Dickinson's research is the textbook "Human Sexuality: An Encyclopedia," edited by Vern L. Bullough and Bonnie Bullough. In this book, it is stated that "the clitoris contains approximately 8,000 nerve endings, but there are an additional 15,000 in the surrounding tissue of the vulva, including the labia and vaginal opening" (p. 215).