Category: Bondage
Subcategory: Suspension

Suspension – Upright

Upright suspension involves suspending a person vertically using rope, with their body primarily in a standing position but with feet off the ground. The weight is distributed through multiple attachment points on the body, often including a chest harness, hip harness, and sometimes limb ties.

This advanced bondage technique creates a dramatic visual effect and intense sensations from the full-body engagement. The suspended person experiences a unique combination of restraint, vulnerability, and the sensation of floating. Due to the substantial forces involved, this requires advanced rope skills, knowledge of human anatomy, proper equipment, and careful monitoring throughout the scene.

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About the category Bondage

Bondage involves consensually restricting a partner's movement using rope, cuffs, restraints, other materials, or even just mental (by command/suggestion). This practice can range from simple wrist ties to elaborate full-body harnesses and suspension.

The appeal lies in the physical sensation of restraint, the visual aesthetic, the psychological elements of surrender and control, and the heightened sensations that often come with restricted movement. Safety considerations include maintaining circulation, having emergency release methods, avoiding nerve pressure points, and regular check-ins with the restrained person.

Bondage can be practiced as a standalone activity or combined with other forms of play, making it one of the most versatile and common elements in BDSM.

About the subcategory Suspension

Suspension in BDSM involves lifting a person's body partially or completely off the ground using various support systems. This creates a combination of restraint, vulnerability, and unique sensations as the body is held in positions that might be impossible to maintain otherwise.

Common methods include rope suspension (using complex harnesses to distribute weight safely), suspension frames with attachment points for various restraints, specialized suspension suits, or equipment like slings and swings. The experience creates distinctive physical sensations—weightlessness, unique pressure points, and altered spatial awareness.

This advanced practice requires significant knowledge of safety considerations including proper weight distribution, avoiding pressure on vulnerable areas, and using equipment rated for human suspension. Due to the inherent risks, proper training and gradual progression are essential.



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