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= Suspension Bondage = <!--T:1-->

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'''Suspension bondage''' refers to a form of [[rope bondage]] in [[BDSM]] where a participant is partially or fully lifted from the ground using ropes attached to an overhead support.

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Suspension creates both visual and physical intensity and is considered an advanced bondage practice requiring specialized training and equipment.

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{{disclaimer|This article is for educational purposes only. Suspension bondage carries significant physical risks including falls, nerve damage, and circulation problems. It should only be attempted by experienced practitioners with proper safety training.}}

== Definitions and Concepts == <!--T:5-->

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Suspension bondage involves lifting or supporting a person's body weight with rope.

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There are two primary forms:

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* '''partial suspension''' – some body weight remains supported by the ground
* '''full suspension''' – the body is completely lifted off the ground

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Both forms require careful attention to body positioning and rope placement.

== Techniques == <!--T:10-->

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Suspension scenes typically involve:

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* structural rope harnesses
* secure overhead anchor points
* load distribution across the body

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Rope placement must distribute weight safely to avoid injury.

== Safety and Risk Awareness == <!--T:14-->

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Suspension bondage carries higher risk than many other BDSM activities.

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Safety considerations include:

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* proper anchor points
* emergency cutting tools
* monitoring circulation and breathing
* having assistants present when possible

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Participants must establish clear [[safeword]] systems and maintain constant communication.

== Cultural and Community Aspects == <!--T:19-->

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Suspension bondage is often demonstrated in rope workshops and performance settings.

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Many experienced rope practitioners view suspension as both a technical discipline and a form of artistic expression.

== Related Terms == <!--T:22-->

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* [[Rope bondage]]
* [[Shibari]]
* [[Bondage]]
* [[Safeword]]

== See Also == <!--T:24-->

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* [[BDSM]]
* [[Kink]]
* [[Power exchange]]

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[[Category:Rope bondage]]
[[Category:BDSM practices]]
[[Category:Bondage]]
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