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Harness Hang Syndrome or Venous Pooling

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Gary

The Harness Hang Syndrome, HHS, is caused by the physical effects of Venous Pooling.   The term “Harness Hang” causes many riggers to believe the effect is caused by constriction of the veins by rope or other supports around the legs … Continue reading →

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Shibari – a brief description …

Posted on April 9, 2011 by Gary

In Japanese, “Shibari” simply means “to tie”. The contemporary meaning of Shibari describes an ancient Japanese artistic form of rope bondage. The origin of Shibari comes from Hojo-jutsu, the martial art of restraining captives. In Japan from 1400 to 1700, … Continue reading →

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