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There are many ways to do impact play but here is a traditional impact play scene split into different phases: | There are many ways to do impact play but here is a traditional impact play scene split into different phases: | ||
* Warm up: This is to slowly get the sub to get used to the pain of the scene. It also serves to get the blood flowing in the body area that is targeted as well as the initial wave of endorphins produced by the sub. This is usually done with a softer/wider implement to distribute the pain to a larger area. | *Warm up: This is to slowly get the sub to get used to the pain of the scene. It also serves to get the blood flowing in the body area that is targeted as well as the initial wave of endorphins produced by the sub. This is usually done with a softer/wider implement to distribute the pain to a larger area. | ||
* Ramp up: Slowly ramping up the intensity of the scene and start pushing the sub to handle more pain. As the | *Ramp up: Slowly ramping up the intensity of the scene and start pushing the sub to handle more pain. As the intensity rises and the body gets used to what is happened, the sub will be able to handle a bit more pain. | ||
* Check-ins: Pauses are build into the scene so that the sub can enjoy the endorphine rush and a connection can be made between the participants. This can be quite sensual. | *Check-ins: Pauses are build into the scene so that the sub can enjoy the endorphine rush and a connection can be made between the participants. This can be quite sensual. | ||
* Climax: Usually a sub is brought to a pain climax which ends the scene. | *Climax: Usually a sub is brought to a pain climax which ends the scene. | ||
* Aftercare: The scene has ended but the sub is still experiencing the after effects due to the endorphine rush. | * Aftercare: The scene has ended but the sub is still experiencing the after effects due to the endorphine rush. | ||
=== Implements === | === Implements === | ||
Some of the methods and implements used in impact play: | Some of the methods and implements used in impact play: | ||
* Hand: Spanking or slapping with the hand is one of the most basic forms of impact play. | * Hand: Spanking or slapping with the hand is one of the most basic forms of impact play. | ||
* Paddle: Paddles come in various materials such as leather, wood, or metal. They can deliver a sharp sting or a thuddy sensation depending on the material and design. | * Paddle: Paddles come in various materials such as leather, wood, or metal. They can deliver a sharp sting or a thuddy sensation depending on the material and design. | ||
* Flogger: Floggers consist of multiple tails attached to a handle and can be made from leather, suede, rubber, or other materials. They provide a wide range of sensations, from gentle caresses to intense impacts. | *Flogger: Floggers consist of multiple tails attached to a handle and can be made from leather, suede, rubber, or other materials. They provide a wide range of sensations, from gentle caresses to intense impacts. | ||
* Whip: Whips are typically made of leather and have a single tail. They can deliver sharp, stinging sensations. | *Whip: Whips are typically made of leather and have a single tail. They can deliver sharp, stinging sensations. | ||
* Crop: Crops are short, stiff implements usually made of leather or rubber with a small slapper at the end. They can provide sharp, targeted sensations. | *Crop: Crops are short, stiff implements usually made of leather or rubber with a small slapper at the end. They can provide sharp, targeted sensations. | ||
* Canes: Canes are rigid implements typically made of bamboo, rattan, or fiberglass. They deliver intense, focused sensations and are known for leaving distinct welts. | * Canes: Canes are rigid implements typically made of bamboo, rattan, or fiberglass. They deliver intense, focused sensations and are known for leaving distinct welts. | ||
== Risks<!-- Describe the risks of this kink. --> == | == Risks<!-- Describe the risks of this kink. --> == | ||
While most injuries from impact play are superficial, such as bruising and minor lacerations, some can be more serious, such as joint injury, organ injury, and infection. | While most injuries from impact play are superficial, such as bruising and minor lacerations, some can be more serious, such as joint injury, organ injury, and infection. | ||
Thorough | Thorough negotiation before the impact scene is imperative. | ||
==== Joint injury ==== | ==== Joint injury ==== | ||
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==== Fainting or lightheadedness ==== | ==== Fainting or lightheadedness ==== | ||
Due to pain, prolonged standing, intensity of the scene or any other triggers, a sub may be lightheaded or be at risk of fainting due to a vasovagal syncope or blood pressure drop<ref>{{Cite web |title=Why do people faint? |url=https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21699-fainting |access-date=2024-02-16 |website=Cleveland Clinic |language=en}}</ref>. | Due to pain, prolonged standing, intensity of the scene or any other triggers, a sub may be lightheaded or be at risk of fainting due to a vasovagal syncope or blood pressure drop<ref>{{Cite web |title=Why do people faint?|url=https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21699-fainting|access-date=2024-02-16|website=Cleveland Clinic|language=en}}</ref>. | ||
== Risk mitigation<!-- Describe how risks can be mitigated. --> == | == Risk mitigation<!-- Describe how risks can be mitigated. --> == | ||
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=== Be prepared === | === Be prepared === | ||
* Ensure your tools (including footwear if trampling) are '''clean and well-maintained'''. | *Ensure your tools (including footwear if trampling) are '''clean and well-maintained'''. | ||
* Be aware of your own ability to focus and observe, and knowledgeable about subspace and the body's reaction to pain. | *Be aware of your own ability to focus and observe, and knowledgeable about subspace and the body's reaction to pain. | ||
* Do a few practice swings without hitting the sub to get the feeling of the implement and give you something to focus on. | *Do a few practice swings without hitting the sub to get the feeling of the implement and give you something to focus on. | ||
* Consumption of drugs or alcohol by either participant dramatically increases the risk of accidents or injury. | *Consumption of drugs or alcohol by either participant dramatically increases the risk of accidents or injury. | ||
=== Negotiate thoughtfully === | === Negotiate thoughtfully === | ||
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=== Aftercare === | === Aftercare === | ||
Ensure that the sub is | Ensure that the sub is adequately supported after an impact play scene, mentally and physically. It may take a while for the pain rush to subside and for the sub to be back at functioning capacity. | ||
=== Dom and sub drops === | |||
After an impact scene, the endorphin and adrenaline rush that made intense sensation pleasurable will eventually subside. This can result in drop, a physical and emotional crash occurring hours to days later <ref>{{Cite web |last=Team |first=BeMoreKinky |date=2025-11-04 |title=What Is Subdrop? Understanding and Managing the Comedown - BeMoreKinky |url=https://www.bemorekinky.com/blog/bdsm-fundamentals/scene-preparation/subdrop-understanding-managing |access-date=2026-02-01 |website=www.bemorekinky.com |language=en}}</ref>. Subs may experience sadness, anxiety, fatigue, or flu-like achiness. Doms may feel guilt about inflicting pain, self-doubt about their technique, or emotional exhaustion. | |||
Both parties should plan for check-ins in the days following an impact scene, not just immediately after. Some partners make this part of their standard aftercare protocol. | |||
== Known incidents<!-- Provide a list of links to articles describing incidents involving this kink. --> == | == Known incidents<!-- Provide a list of links to articles describing incidents involving this kink. --> == | ||
* [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30171153/ Severe acute kidney injury due to violent sadomasochistic play] | *[https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30171153/ Severe acute kidney injury due to violent sadomasochistic play] | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [https://www.devianceanddesire.com/category/kinks/impact/ Deviance and Desire Impact Play Archives] | *[https://www.devianceanddesire.com/category/kinks/impact/ Deviance and Desire Impact Play Archives] | ||
* [https://kynk101.com/kink-bdsm-facts/impact-play-risks Mitigating Risk in Impact Play] | *[https://kynk101.com/kink-bdsm-facts/impact-play-risks Mitigating Risk in Impact Play] | ||
* [https://bdsmwiki.info/Impact_play BDSMWiki Impact Play] | *[https://bdsmwiki.info/Impact_play BDSMWiki Impact Play] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Kinks]] | [[Category:Kinks]] | ||