Bondage

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1 See Also
2 Definition
3 Safety Concerns
4 Types and Toys
5 Recommended Movies
6 Resources

[edit] Definition

The act of being tied up or restrained for sexual gratification. This is known as a sexual act in most cases. The six categories of bondage are: Bondage that pulls the parts of the body together, bondage that spreads the parts of the body apart, bondage that ties the body down to another object, bondage that suspends the body from another object, bondage that restricts normal movement, and bondage that wraps the whole body or a part of it in bindings such as cloth or plastic. Some like physical bondage, where they feel the need to be physically restrained. Others are happy with spiritual bondage, where often really loose restraints or none at all are needed to “bind” the submissive.

[edit] Safety Concerns

The credo of doms/subs in the community is Safe, Sane, and Consensual. This means that a bondage session is conducted in a safe manner, with sane individuals, whom have both consented to this kind of play. Use of a safeword can be a key thing to remember. A safeword is a word chosen by the sub and the dom that indicates play needs to stop. It should be respected as a firm “no”, unless specified otherwise. One should never leave a person who is bound alone for an extended period of time. One should avoid sexual positions that could bring on postural asphyxia. The position of the sub should be changed at least once an hour to prevent problems with the circulatory system. Being able to quickly release the submissive from any position will ensure that safety is met. When using ball gags or hoods, special attention should be given to make sure that there is no way the submissive can asphyxiate. Alcohol and drugs should NEVER be included in this type of play, considering that they make pain more bearable that normally would damage a person and a dominant can easily lose the composure that keeps things safe in a scene. Be sure to check in with your sub during a session to ensure that they are comfortable and “content”. Having food nearby can be useful just in case a sub faints. Cutting tools are key just in case restraints will not come off and become a hazard. Padlocks with similar keylocks will make them more easily removable. Self-bondage is not recommended considering that if something goes wrong and you can’t access a telephone, then you could die. One person should be in charge of keeping track of whatever time constraints the session has placed on it. The dominant should have some understanding of human anatomy and practice in the bondage arts. It is also recommended that a dominant play the role of a sub when learning domination so that they can understand what the submissive is feeling and when. The feelings of a submissive should be taken into consideration at all times, since they are placing such a great deal of trust in the chosen dom. Rules and regulations of the scene should be discussed prior to the session.

[edit] Types and Toys

Verbal bondage~ The top simply dictates to the bottom what to do.

Rope bondage~ involving the use of rope to wrap and tie the body. Asymmetric bondage~ sexual bondage where a sub is tied up in asymmetrical positions, often causing disorientation and discomfort. Japanese bondage~ Tying up the bottom using simple but visually intricate patterns, using pieces of thin rope, originating in Japan. Metal bondage~ Use of metal device to restrain and secure a submissive. Bondage rope harness~ tying of rope around the body in a web-like pattern. Predicament bondage~ Bondage where positions are limited (usually to two) and the submissive will keep trying to shift weight and body to gain comfort which is usually impossible Mummification~ Restraining a person’s body by wrapping it from head to toe or neck to toe using saran wrap, clingfilm, cloth, bandages, rubber strips, duct tape, plaster bandages, body bags, or straightjackets.

Ball Gag~ Usually made of rubber or silicone in the shape of a sphere with black straps passing around the head.
Ball Lock~ Lock placed around the testicles that can only be opened with a key.
Bit Gag~ Resembles the bit placed in a horse’s mouth, plays a big part in Pony Play.
Bondage Bed~ Bondage aspects added to a normal bed for easy access.
Bondage Cuffs~ Restraints for the practice of sexual bondage. Worn on the wrists or ankles.
Bondage Mitts~ Pouch like coverings that fasten around the wrists and hold hands either in fists or with the palms flat.
Bondage Harness~ Leather straps that go around the body to allow a person to wear the item.
Bondage Belt~ Wide waist belt used in bondage with D-rings or attachment points.
Bondage Mask~ Fetish hood made from rubber, latex, PVC, spandex, darlex, or leather.
Bondage Tape~ Strips of thin plastic material that only adheres to itself, without any adhesive.
Bondage Yoke~ Bar with a collar and wrist restraints to restrict movement.
Breast Binder~ Using cloth or some other material to wrap around the breasts, making them not visible.
Chastity Belts~ Locking item of clothing that is worn to prevent sexual intercourse and masturbation.
Clingfilm~ Used in mummification to wrap and restrict the body from movement.
Corsets~ Garment worn to form and shape the torso into a desired shape for aesthetic reasons.
Dental Forceps~ Used to force the mouth opened.
Funnel Gag~ Funnel leading with its tube leading from the spout to the gag with straps to hold the tube in. Used to force a person to drink something.
Head Harness~ Device made of connected straps to encircle the human head.
Hobble Skirt~ Skirt that is narrow enough to interfere with normal walking patterns.
Humbler~ Used to restrict male movement by clamping on the testicles and pulling painfully if the male tries to move.
Leg Spreaders~ A bar with two cuffs on either end for the ankles to restrict movement.
Medical Restraints~ Medical equipment used to restrain a patient that has been made into a fetish.
Monoglove~ A glove that laces the arms together to restrict movement.
Mouthguard Gag~ Attached to a front faceplate and straps from the front to back.
Muzzle Gag~ Made of leather, fasten around the front of the face to the back, and has a covering over the mouth on the front.
Penis Gag~ Muzzle gag that has a penis protuberance that goes inside of the mouth.
Posture Collar~ Rigid collar that restricts movement of the neck.
Ring Gag~ Similar to a ball gag, but instead of a ball a ring is used.
Rope~ Used to tie up a submissive.
Sleepsacks~ Used to confine a person. Is usually fastened up to the neck, to completely restrict movement.
Stocks~ Wood that has holes cut out of it, where you can place the head and the hands/feet to restrict movement.
Straightjackets~ Garment shaped like a jacket with overlong sleeves that can be fastened around the body to restrict movement.
Suspension Cuffs~ Bondage cuffs used to suspend the body in the air, normally by rope.
Bondage Wheel~ Similar to a St. Andrew’s cross, but can be rotated.
St. Andrew’s Cross~ A cross that forms an “X” used in BDSM for beatings.
Whipping Bench~ Bench used to bend a submissive over for floggings, spankings, etc.
Blindfolds~ Garment used to cover the eyes.
Gas Mask~ Used in the fetish world to restrict breathing and cover the face.
Vacuum Bed~ Placing a person inside the bed, a vacuum is then used to suck the air out of the bed.