Гусешия врат (Гусенек)

Genus

Translation: гусешия врат — разтягане на китката

Overview

Заключване на китката „лебедова шия

Also known as
Заключване на китката тип „гусешия врат[1]

History & Origin

Gooseneck wrist locks are prevalent in aikido (kote-gaeshi variations), traditional jujutsu, and Chinese chin na as a fundamental joint manipulation technique. [1],[2],[3] The technique has been used in law enforcement and self-defense systems worldwide due to its effectiveness at controlling a standing opponent with minimal force. [1],[4]

Country of origin· shown in random order

  • Japan
    グースネック伸ばし (Gūsu Nekku Nobashi)Hybrid

Effectiveness

Gooseneck extension hyperextends the wrist backward, attacking the joint from the opposite direction of the standard gooseneck. [1]

Lineage

Wrist extension locks appear in jūjutsu, aikido, and military combatives. [1]

Competition Record

Wrist extension locks are used as surprise submissions at advanced BJJ competition. [1]

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Biomechanical Mechanism

Заключване тип „дорзален гусенек

Position & Entry

From any grip exchangeDuring grip fighting, isolate the opponent's wrist with two-on-one control and apply sudden flexion or rotation
From guard (gi)When opponent posts a hand on the mat or chest, trap the wrist and apply downward pressure for the wrist lock
From mount or side controlOpponent posts to escape, trap the wrist against the mat and apply the lock

Variants

Standard wrist lock (kote gaeshi)two-handed rotational lock on the wrist
Gooseneck wrist lockflexion lock bending the wrist down toward the forearm
Standing wrist lockapplied during grip fighting or a standing exchange
Ground wrist lockcatching the opponent's posted hand from mount, side control, or guard

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Ratings

Danger Rating

Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to

5
High5/10

Wrist lock variant targeting carpal and radioulnar joints through forced deviation or torsion

Difficulty

Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably

Advanced
Competition Legality

Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets

Legal
IBJJF — Legal at all belt levels
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDF
ADCC — Legal — all submissions legal in ADCC
ADCC Rules Update, April 2025PDF
Unified MMA — Legal submission technique
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDF
FIAS Sport Sambo — Legal
FIAS International Sambo Competition RulesPDF
FIAS Combat Sambo — Legal
FIAS Combat Sambo RulesPDF

Training Notes

The gooseneck (swan neck) hyperextends the wrist by bending the hand backward using a specific thumb-on-back-of-hand grip — the attacker's thumb drives into the back of the opponent's hand while the fingers wrap around the palm (Danaher, New Wave Jiu Jitsu, 2020)
The gooseneck creates a tight, precise extension: the thumb acts as a focused pressure point on the metacarpals while the fingers pull the palm — two forces creating the hyperextension
The gooseneck is applied during grip fighting: when the opponent grabs your lapel or sleeve, the gooseneck attacks the gripping hand directly
The lock works by pressing the opponent's hand into a 'gooseneck' shape — the wrist bends backward past 90 degrees while the fingers are curled forward
The gooseneck extension is particularly effective in gi: the opponent's gi grip prevents them from releasing their hand, making the lock inescapable
In aikido and traditional jujutsu, the gooseneck (kote-gaeshi variation) is used as a standing compliance technique — it controls through wrist pain
The gooseneck extension is one of the fastest submissions in grappling: from the moment the grip is secured, the lock can be applied in under a second

Common Mistakes

!Not positioning the thumb correctly — the thumb must press into the back of the hand between the metacarpal bones; wrong thumb position reduces effectiveness
!Using finger grip only — the gooseneck requires the thumb's focused pressure combined with the finger wrap; fingers alone are insufficient
!Attempting against a released grip — the gooseneck works best when the opponent is actively gripping; once they release, the hand can escape
!Not controlling the forearm — the forearm must be stabilised for the wrist extension to be effective
!Applying too slowly — the gooseneck must be applied quickly before the opponent recognises the threat and adjusts their grip
!Using excessive force — the wrist hyperextends rapidly with the gooseneck; minimal force creates maximum effect
!Not training both sides — the gooseneck should be practised against both left and right hand grips

Related Techniques

Counter Techniques

Setup Chain

1Establish Positionachieve the controlling position needed for this submission
2Create the Threatbegin the submission setup to force a defensive reaction
3Secure the Holdlock the submission grip with proper body mechanics
4Finishapply increasing pressure until the opponent taps or the joint/choke takes effect

Sources & References

Primary Source

Koryu Jujutsu / Aikido — sori-gaeshi (bending back)

1BookKoryu Jujutsu / Aikido — sori-gaeshi (bending back)

Japanese terminology sourced from Koryu Jujutsu / Aikido — sori-gaeshi (bending back)

2Oral TraditionKoryu Jujutsu (Classical Japanese Jujutsu)

Classical schools: Tenjin Shin'yo-ryu, Takenouchi-ryu, etc.

3SyllabusAikido Terminology

Aikido technique naming conventions

4OtherJapanese Martial Arts Hybrid Terminology

Mixed Japanese-Western terminology — combines traditional Japanese terms with katakana loanwords

5CitationKoryu Jujutsu / Aikido — sori-gaeshi (bending back)

Japanese terminology sourced from Koryu Jujutsu / Aikido — sori-gaeshi (bending back)

Community

Athletics

Requires

fine motor control, grip sensitivity, quick hand transitions

Favours

dexterous hands with strong fingers

Key muscles

forearm flexors and extensors, intrinsic hand muscles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a gooseneck extension and when do I use it?

A gooseneck is a wrist bend created by holding your opponent's forearm in a way that forces their wrist to bend, typically delivered as a finishing strike after securing control of their arm and elbow.

How do I set up the gooseneck so my opponent can't escape?

Use a two-on-one grip on their arm, strike their elbow to prevent them from bending it, and pull their arm past your body while keeping control at the elbow—this prevents them from folding their arm and allows you to transition into the wrist lock.

What happens if I let my opponent bend their elbow during the setup?

If you allow their elbow to bend as you pull their arm, you risk them pulling that elbow into themselves and escaping the position, so you must strike and control the elbow to keep the arm extended.

Как работи Гусешия врат (Гусенек)?

Заключване на китката „лебедова шия

Откъде произлиза Гусешия врат (Гусенек)?

Gooseneck wrist locks are prevalent in aikido (kote-gaeshi variations), traditional jujutsu, and Chinese chin na as a fundamental joint manipulation technique. The technique has been used in law enforcement and self-defense systems worldwide due to its effectiveness at controlling a standing opponent with minimal force.

Разрешена ли е Гусешия врат (Гусенек) в състезания?

IBJJF: легална — Legal at all belt levels; IJF: забранена — Only elbow joint locks (kansetsu-waza) permitted in judo — all other joint lo…; ADCC: легална — Legal — all submissions legal in ADCC; Unified MMA: легална — Legal submission technique; FIAS Sport Sambo: легална — Legal; FIAS Combat Sambo: легална — Legal

Колко опасна е Гусешия врат (Гусенек)?

Оценка на опасност 5/10. Wrist lock variant targeting carpal and radioulnar joints through forced deviation or torsion

Как се подготвя Гусешия врат (Гусенек)?

Стандартната верига за подготовка: Establish Position → Create the Threat → Secure the Hold → Finish.

Как да се защитя срещу Гусешия врат (Гусенек)?

Стандартните контри включват: Early Recognition — identify the submission attempt early and begin defence immediately / Posture and Base — maintain strong posture and base to prevent submission setups / Grip Fight — deny the attacker their preferred gripping configuration.

Какви са вариантите на Гусешия врат (Гусенек)?

Чести варианти: Standard wrist lock (kote gaeshi) (two-handed rotational lock on the wrist); Gooseneck wrist lock (flexion lock bending the wrist down toward the forearm); Standing wrist lock (applied during grip fighting or a standing exchange); Ground wrist lock (catching the opponent's posted hand from mount, side cont…).

Колко ефективна е Гусешия врат (Гусенек) в състезания?

Wrist extension locks are used as surprise submissions at advanced BJJ competition.

Какви са честите грешки при изпълнение на Гусешия врат (Гусенек)?

Основни грешки, за които да внимавате: Not positioning the thumb correctly — the thumb must press into the back of the hand between the metacarpal bones; wr… / Using finger grip only — the gooseneck requires the thumb's focused pressure combined with the finger wrap; fingers a… / Attempting against a released grip — the gooseneck works best when the opponent is actively gripping; once they relea… / Not controlling the forearm — the forearm must be stabilised for the wrist extension to be effective.

Какви други имена има Гусешия врат (Гусенек)?

Гусешия врат (Гусенек) е известна също като Gūsu Nekku Nobashi, Заключване на китката тип „гусешия врат.