The definition of the word 'painful' is 'causing physical pain'. However, the word also has another meaning, that being 'causing distress or trouble'. Both those definitions are explored on this list, which deals with 50 of the most painful photographs in WWE history. Here, everything that fits the definition is taken into account. From low blows, chair shots and big bumps, to outlandishly awful costumes and moments that made fans cringe. There's a lot of ground to cover, but World Wrestling Entertainment has been a hot bed of distressing moments over the years. The physical nature of the industry demands that there is pain dished out. The photos contained here all feature various WWE stars in some sort of pain. Whether the camera catches the actual impact or the aftermath, there's a lot of grimacing and punishment over the course of this gallery. As if that wasn't enough, look out for some cringeworthy moments peppered throughout, ones that the wrestlers involved may just want fans to forget. Injuries are commonplace in WWE, and it's actually surprising that they don't happen more often. It's a testament to the skill of the performers themselves that injuries are rare. The company often spread the message (largely to young children), 'Don't Try This At Home'. Looking at these pictures, it becomes clear exactly why!
50. Triple H Drops After Brock Lesnar Batters Him With Steel Steps
49. Brock Lesnar Reels From A Low Blow
48. Batista Clobbers Shawn Michaels With A Clothesline
47. The Undertaker Plants Jimmy Snuka With The Tombstone
46. Christian's Arm Gets Stretched Through A Ladder