- Prime Minister of Thailand, Anutin Charnvirakul
By SCM Online Reporter
A SCHOOLBOY was left fighting for his health after a “sadistic” teacher allegedly forced him to perform a staggering 800 squats as punishment for failing to hand in his homework.
The 13-year-old student, whose identity is being protected, was reportedly rushed to the hospital in Thailand after his legs gave out following the brutal physical ordeal. Local media reports suggest the youngster developed a severe condition that required immediate medical intervention.
The incident occurred after the boy reportedly failed to complete a class assignment. Instead of a detention or a stern word, the unnamed teacher allegedly ordered the teen to perform the grueling “jump squats” until his body physically failed.
By the time the boy reached home, he was unable to stand and complained of excruciating pain.
His horrified parents rushed him to a local clinic, where doctors were forced to admit him for specialized treatment.
Education officials have confirmed that the teacher has been reassigned to an administrative role while a full-scale investigation is underway.
”This is not discipline; this is abuse,” one local commentator noted. “A classroom should be a place of learning, not a boot camp.”
The school has reportedly reached out to the family to offer an apology, but the boy’s parents are said to be weighing their legal options as their son continues his recovery.
While physical activity is usually encouraged in schools, the sheer volume of 800 squats can lead to a life-threatening condition called Rhabdomyolysis.
What is it? This occurs when muscle tissue breaks down rapidly, releasing a protein called myoglobin into the bloodstream.
The Risk: If the kidneys cannot filter this protein fast enough, it can lead to kidney failure or even death.
Common Causes: Extreme physical strain, dehydration, or “punishment” exercises often seen in unregulated sports training or military-style discipline.
In recent years, Thailand’s Ministry of Education has banned corporal punishment, but reports of “creative” and often dangerous physical penalties continue to surface in rural provinces.
