Still, she ignored it — and the high diver decided to have a go on the waterslide, which boasts speeds of up to 80 km/h, and is apparently only deemed safe for men. These kinds of slides can present gynecological trauma risks, which fall under OB-GYN liability and personal injury law in certain jurisdictions.
Backlash from Health Experts and Legal-Minded Followers
Iffland caused quite a stir online after uploading the footage to her Instagram with the caption:
“Here for a good time not a long time! Another YOLO moment.”
Carpe diem and all of that… but it turns out there’s a very good reason for women being prohibited from riding the waterslide — something many users with knowledge of female health risks, vaginal trauma complications, and emergency surgery outcomes were quick to point out.
“It protects against massive vaginal injuries,” one commenter wrote.
“It would be better to explain the reason for the ban instead of ignoring the sign!”
In recent years, there have been documented cases of internal injuries, where women suffered serious trauma due to high-speed water pressure, sometimes requiring emergency OB-GYN procedures and costly hospital stays that could prompt private health insurance claims.
Medical Experts Warn of Internal Damage from Water Slide Pressure
According to the National Library of Medicine in the US, high-velocity water entering the body can cause severe injuries to women, including internal tearing, infections, and damage.
