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Can a water 3/4 full water bottle, thrown at full force from about 5 ft away, cause damage to the head?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Possible: This would be like being hit with a baseball. Given enough velocity and if it hits the right spot possible.

Answered 1/5/2018

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A member asked:

Can a water 3/4 full water bottle, thrown at full force from about 5 ft away, cause damage to the head?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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