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[b]Breast bondage[/b] is a technique used in [about=BDSM]BDSM[/about] 
play.  It differs from most [about=bondage]bondage[/about] techniques 
in that it is not intended to restrict the mobility of the tied person 
directly.  However, it can do so indirectly when it is combined with 
other techniques. While [about=rope]rope[/about] is usually used, due 
to its ease of use, leather straps and even chains can also be used. A 
bondage [about=harness]harness[/about] can also be used to achieve the 
same effect as breast bondage.


[heading]Methods 


Ropes are tied around the base of each breast, causing the breasts to 
bulge outwards.  Usually, the same rope is used for both breasts so 
that the rope harness is automatically held together at the front.  The 
rope may then also be fixed behind the back, to make a sort of bra.  
For this to work, the tied person needs large breasts; it is rarely 
possible to do it to a man.

Another technique is to put a rope round the torso just above the 
breasts, and another one just below them, then push the ropes together 
to squeeze the breasts from the top and bottom, as shown in this 
[url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:intricate_rope_breast_bondage.jp
g]image.[/url] This can be done instead of, or as well as, the other 
method. A rope can also be passed over the shoulders and between the 
breasts, drawing the rope above and below the breasts together, then 
pass back over the shoulders to the knots at the back. The primary rope 
can be used to place cinches between the arms and the body.

This technique is often combined with [about=elbow bondage]elbow bondage
[/about], to make the breasts stick out even more. When using elbow 
bondage in an advanced method, the elbow ropes as they pass under the 
shoulders and behind the neck can draw the ropes above and below the 
breasts together at the sides of the breasts, thus resulting in rope 
effectively surrounding the breasts. Sometimes, [about=nipple clamps]
nipple clamps[/about] are placed on the nipples.  Alternatively, the 
ropes across the back can be linked to a [about=box tie]box tie[/about] 
or a [about=reverse prayer position]reverse prayer position[/about].


[heading]Effect and other uses 


Apart from the visual appearence of the breasts being lifted, the 
pressure that is applied results in a reduction in blood flow, and a 
further swelling and firming of the breasts. This makes them very 
sensitive, especially the nipples and sorrounding areas, and it can be 
quite pleasurable when they are stimulated. Conversely, if nipple 
clamps are used, the nipples will be particularly sensitive to this and 
the degree of pain significantly greater. Rubber bands around the 
breasts have also been used with breast bondage to increase this effect 
still further, but can lead to a dangerous restriction in blood flow 
(see Safety).

When used in [about=suspension bondage]suspension[/about] activities, 
breast bondage can play an integral part. If the subject is being 
suspended, particularly in a horizontal position such as a 
[about=hogtie]suspended hogtie[/about], the breast bondage is used as 
the main lifting area under the chest. By having ropes above and below 
the breasts at the upper chest, the weight of the upper body is taken 
by these ropes. With so much pressure in this area, the rope must be 
precisly place or once again blood flow could be reduced (see safety). 
The Japaneese use a very advanced form of breast bondage 
called "[about=Shinju]Shinju[/about]". Similar to breast bondage 
combined with a [about=box tie]box tie[/about], it is often used in 
[about=suspension bondage]suspension[/about].


[heading]Safety 

As with any situation where tight ropes are used, it is possible that 
blood flow will be restricted too much, which can cause pain and 
lasting damage. Photos of breast bondage sometimes show that the 
breasts have turned purple but this is usually an indication that 
restriction has gone for as long as is safe; blood flow may have been 
restricted too much and it may be safer to remove or loosen the ropes.  
A good way to start for a beginner is to use rope or other soft 
material to press the breasts closer to the body; this is quite safe as 
it is hard to cut off the circulation to the breast in this way.

Always take care whenever the breasts or nipples begin to change colour 
or become cool to the touch.  It is better to have several short 
sessions than one long one.  If you decide to [about=flagellation]
flagellate[/about] bound breasts, ensure that you use a low-impact 
device.  Binding the breast removes its natural ability to shift on 
impact and compacts the tissues so that any hard blow can increase the 
potential for damage.

When tying the breasts be careful of the Brachial Plexus (see 
[about=Wikipedia:Brachial_Plexus]Wikipedia[/about] for technical 
article) that runs along the back near the the shoulder blade.; nerves 
here help in breathing.  To ensure the [about=sub]sub[/about]'s 
breathing is unrestricted, you should have them take a deep breath  
before you start tying.

If you engage in [about=suspension bondage]suspension bondage[/about], 
make certain that there are additional means in place that prevent the 
breasts from becoming the sole source of support.  Rupturing, internal 
tearing and stretch marks are all hazards of breast suspension if not 
done properly.


[heading]See also


[item] [about=Bondage positions and techniques]Bondage positions and 
techniques[/about]

[item] [about=Bondage: Safety]Bondage: Safety[/about]

[item] [about=Breast torture]Breast torture[/about]

[item] [about=Nipple torture]Nipple torture[/about]


[heading]External links


[item] [url=http://www.castlerealm.com/library/breast.shtml]A Brief 
Review of 6 Separate Techniques[/url]

[item] [url=http://www.ds-arts.com/RopeArt/BreastSW.html]Healthy Breast 
Bondage[/url] by "Susan Wright"



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