Category: Impact / Sensory
Subcategory: Areas

Back

The back offers a large canvas for various sensations from scratching to impact play. Its durability makes it suitable for more intense stimulation, while the inability to see what's happening can heighten anticipation and sensation for the recipient. Many enjoy the back for extended impact play as it can handle stronger sensations while distributing impact across a wider area.

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About the category Impact / Sensory

Impact and sensory play focuses on creating physical sensations through various tools and techniques. This broad category encompasses everything from gentle stroking with feathers to intense impact with implements like paddles or whips, as well as temperature play, electrostimulation, and other sensation-based activities.

These practices stimulate nerve endings in different ways, producing pleasure, pain, or complex combinations of sensations. For many, the appeal lies in the endorphin response, the psychological elements of surrender and control, or simply the novel feeling of different sensory experiences.

Knowledge of anatomy is important—understanding where impact is safe versus where vulnerable areas require caution. Different body parts respond differently to sensation, and individual tolerance varies widely. Gradual progression, ongoing communication, and understanding the specific effects of different tools help create satisfying and safe experiences.



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