Joint lock
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Style | MMA |
A joint lock is a grappling technique involving manipulation of an opponent's joints in such a way that the joints reach their maximal degree of motion and hyperextension.
In
Joint locks typically involve isolating a particular joint,
In judo, the combining of standing locks with throws is forbidden due to the risk of physical harm to the falling opponent, while Brazilian jiu-jitsu, jujutsu, taijutsu, aikido, sambo, and hapkido allow their use.
Joint locks can be divided into five general types according to which section of the body they affect:
These general types can be further divided into subtypes according to which specific joint(s) they affect, or the type of motion they involve.
Usage
Joint locks are commonly featured in all forms of
Common
See also
References
- ^ Ohlenkamp, Neil. Classification of Techniques in Kodokan Judo. judoinfo.com. Accessed February 26, 2006.
- Iverson, Steven. Unarmed Combat. Online excerpt: Atlasbooks. www.atlasbooks.com. Accessed March 6, 2006.