リストチョーク・フロントヘッドロックから
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The Wrist Choke from Front Headlock is a choke applied from the front headlock position where the attacker uses wrist control to position the opponent's own wrist against their throat, then applies compression — an unusual choke that uses the opponent's own wrist as the choking surface. [1],[2]
Developed within the BJJ/grappling submission system. [1]
Used in BJJ, MMA, and submission grappling competition. [1]
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Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
Chokes and neck cranks carry significant risk; blood chokes cause unconsciousness in 6-10 seconds; neck cranks can cause cervical spine damage; always tap early
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
Jiu-Jitsu University (Saulo Ribeiro, 2008)
Description sources — [1] Choking/cranking technique curriculum [2] Competition analysis
Standard katakana transliteration of Western martial arts terminology (外来語) — used in Japanese MMA, boxing, and BJJ communities
Description sources — [1] Choking/cranking technique curriculum [2] Competition analysis
grip strength, arm positioning precision, back control ability
forearms (squeeze), biceps (compression), shoulders (positioning)
The Forearm Wedge variation of the Front Headlock Wrist Choke uses the attacker's forearm as an additional wedge behind the opponent's wrist, amplifying the choking pressure by driving the wrist deeper into the throat with the forearm as a backstop. [1,2]
The Wrist-Bone Blade variation of the Front Headlock Wrist Choke positions the opponent's wrist so that the sharp bony prominence of the radius (the wrist bone) presses directly against the trachea — using the hardest, most concentrated contact surface to maximise choking pressure on the windpipe. [1,2]
Use a four-finger grip rather than a full palm grip, as the instructor from BIG OSS Jiu-Jitsu emphasizes that four fingers goes in and a full grip will cause you to lose time and allow the opponent to roll away.
Follow your opponent by bringing your knee in and maintaining control of their shoulder, then transition to applying the same choke from the top position using a collar grip around their shoulders, according to BIG OSS Jiu-Jitsu.
Shoot yourself forward and squeeze—this method comes faster than other approaches, as demonstrated by the BIG OSS Jiu-Jitsu instructor who emphasizes tucking your elbows in and applying significant weight to complete the submission.
The Wrist Choke from Front Headlock is a choke applied from the front headlock position where the attacker uses wrist control to position the opponent's own wrist against their throat, then applies compression — an unusual choke that uses the opponent's own wrist as the choking surface.
This variation developed within the broader choking/cranking system of its parent technique family.
IBJJF: legal — Legal at all belt levels, gi and no-gi — chokes are the safest submission cat…; IJF: legal — Legal (shime-waza) — strangulation techniques are one of three permitted subm…; ADCC: legal — Legal; Unified MMA: legal — Legal — choke submissions are among the most common finishes in MMA; FIAS Sport Sambo: banned — All chokes prohibited in Sport Sambo; FIAS Combat Sambo: legal — Legal
Danger rating 8/10. High — chokes and neck cranks carry significant risk; blood chokes cause unconsciousness in 6-10 seconds; neck cranks can cause cervical spine damage; always tap early
The standard setup chain: Establish Control Position → Secure the Specific Grip → Position the Choking Surface → Apply Compression → Finish.
Standard counters include: Hand fighting — stripping the grip before the choke is set / Chin tuck — protecting the throat / Posture — creating distance to prevent the choke / Turning — turning to face the attacker.
Common variants: This is a specific variation (see parent genus/species for alternative variations).
Used in BJJ, MMA, and submission grappling competition.
Top errors to watch for: Applying too fast — gradual application is safer and often more effective / Wrong grip positioning — the specific grip variation defines this technique; incorrect grip = different technique / Not controlling posture before applying / Holding after the tap — release immediately.
The Wrist Choke (Front) From Front Headlock is also known as Wrist Choke, Front Headlock Wrist Strangle.
