eli5 why do we curl up into fetus position when we are in a lot of pain?

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does it really help or protect in any way?

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First off, it is called The Fetal position (British English: also foetal); is the positioning of the body of a prenatal fetus as it develops. In this position, the back is curved, the head is bowed, and the limbs are bent and drawn up to the torso. A compact position is typical for fetuses.

Not fetus position! Are you five?

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