Thats horrible obviously.
This is an existing opinion amongst Muslims, that a husband can discipline his wife, but in a certain limit. That limit, according to that opinion is to be honest very small, so it wouldn't allow any damage. Don't misunderstand me and think i'm justifying, my point with this is that the problem isn't in the hurt or damage that women might endure due to this, but rather whats bad about this is the light women are viewed in by people who agree with this rule. As people who approve of this rule, usually see men as having at least a bit of authority, rightful authority i mean.