Category: Taboo & Edge play
Subcategory: Types

Catheters

Catheters are flexible tubes inserted into the urethra, typically used in medical settings to drain urine, but repurposed in BDSM for sensory play, control, and psychological impact. Urethral catheterization can create unique sensations, enforce dependency, or be combined with other activities like watersports or bondage.

This activity requires extensive knowledge of sterile technique and urethral anatomy to prevent serious infections or injury. Only sterile, medical-grade catheters of appropriate size should be used, along with sterile lubricant and careful insertion techniques.


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About the category Taboo & Edge play

Taboo and edge play explores activities that push personal, social, or safety boundaries through consensual engagement with forbidden themes or higher-risk practices. These activities require exceptional communication, preparation, and risk awareness as they intentionally venture into territories that may challenge comfort zones or conventional safety guidelines.

People are drawn to taboo and edge play for various reasons: the intensity of breaking social norms, the adrenaline of controlled risk, the deep trust required, or the catharsis of confronting fears and boundaries. The appeal often lies in the psychological charge created when consensually approaching or crossing lines that would otherwise remain unchallenged. These practices demand thorough negotiation, extensive knowledge, and exceptional self-awareness, as they operate in spaces where the potential rewards of transformative experiences come with increased responsibility for managing both physical and psychological risks.




All activities in the checklist: