Groin attack 4218003 224209278 2008-07-07T20:32:52Z Wsd4life 1095040 /* The "low blow" */ {{redirect|Low Blow}} A '''groin attack''' is an attempt to cause pain to the [[groin]] area of one's opponent. The technique can be quickly debilitating, due to the large number of sensitive [[nerve ending]]s in the [[testicles]] in males, as well as the [[vulva]] in females. Despite popular portrayals in comedy, a groin attack is found painful by both sexes, and in some cases can be incapacitating. A sufficiently powerful blow can fracture the [[pubic bone]], resulting in immediate loss of walking ability and damage to the [[Human abdomen|abdominal]] organs (which are supported by the pelvis).<ref>[http://www.wheelessonline.com/ortho/anterior_pelvic_injuries Anterior Pelvic Injuries - Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopaedics<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> Groin attacks have been popularised as a comedic device on programs such as [[Americas Funniest Home Videos]] as well as on [[Youtube]]. ==The "low blow"== Groin attack is considered to be a "[[wiktionary:low blow|low blow]]" not only in the literal sense, but also metaphorically. In a playful attack, or attack in the framework of a sport, a low blow is seen as unfair or improper. It is often considered dishonorable. Strikes to the groin are almost universally forbidden in [[martial arts]] competitions, including [[boxing]], [[kickboxing]], and [[mixed martial arts]] competitions where full-contact strikes are normal and permitted. Testicle attacks were, however, allowed until the 1980's in Thai boxing ([[Muay Thai]]). Many martial arts organizations require competitors to wear protective cups, as do many other sports. Direct strikes to the groin are generally considered illegal in [[professional wrestling]], as well; however, in certain "hardcore" matches where the rules are relaxed, such attacks are allowed. In a hostile attack, a low blow may be considered more appropriate. The technique is often, though not always, effective. Women are taught that the groin attack is one of the key maneuvers in fending off a would-be rapist<ref>[http://womensselfdefense.info/ WomensSelfDefense.info]</ref>. The groin attack, if used properly, generally results in temporary incapacitation of the victim due to the sensitivity of the testicles. In a vast majority of cases, while painful, no lasting harm is done. However, in some extreme cases, from a very hard blow or squeeze, the testicle can rupture. In such cases hospitalization is necessary and if the testicle cannot be repaired, it must be removed. In extremely rare cases a hard blow or squeeze can result in neurogenic shock and rarely death. This is due to the sudden extreme pain, but is very rare and has only happened in a few confirmed cases. ==See also== *[[Cock and ball torture]] *[[Tamakeri]] *[[Professional wrestling attacks#Testicular claw|Testicular claw]] *[[Happy Corner]] *[[Kicked in the Nuts]] == References == <references /> == Further reading == * {{cite book|title=Karate Breaking Techniques: With Practical Applications to Self-Defense|publisher=Tuttle Publishing|author=John Hibbard|date=February 1993|pages=70/72/147/194|id=ISBN 0-8048-1876-2}} * {{cite book|title=Low Kicks: Aiming Low For Maximum Punishment In Unarmed Combat|publisher=Paladin Press|author=Fred Hutchinson|date=May 2001|pages=3&ndash;4|id=ISBN 1-58160-138-7}} * {{cite book|title=Abused Men: The Hidden Side of Domestic Violence|publisher= Praeger Trade|author=Philip W. Cook|date=[[1997-09-30]]|pages=40|id=ISBN 0-275-95862-0}} * {{cite book|title=Weapons At Hand (Black Medicine)|publisher=Paladin Press|author=N. Mashiro|date=September 1979|pages=31|id=ISBN 0-87364-168-X}} [[Category:Strikes]] [[Category:Martial art techniques]] [[it:Colpo basso]] [[ja:ローブロー]] [[ru:Удар ниже пояса]]