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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]
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 β [1] Choking/cranking technique curriculum [2] Competition analysis
Standard katakana transliteration of Western martial arts terminology (ε€ζ₯θͺ) β used in Japanese MMA, boxing, and BJJ communities
Description sources β [1] Choking/cranking technique curriculum [2] Competition analysis
grip strength, arm positioning precision, back control ability
forearms (squeeze), biceps (compression), shoulders (positioning)
Follow your opponent as they roll, keeping their shoulder with you. BIG OSS emphasizes feeding your first hand before pulling your second one, then following them with your knee to maintain control and transition the choke.
Use a four-finger grip by opening your hand and positioning it correctly around the opponent's neck area. BIG OSS notes that you should avoid trying to force the grip if it's not there, as you'll waste time.
Shoot yourself forward and squeezeβthis comes faster than other methods. BIG OSS also recommends tucking your elbows in tight and putting weight on your opponent to make the finish easier.
BIG OSS recommends connecting a dart choke (dust choke) as a backup, which he describes as one of his favorite alternative finishes from the headlock position.
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.
This variation developed within the broader choking/cranking system of its parent technique family.
IBJJF: legal β Legal at all belt levels, gi and no-gi β chokes are the safest submission catβ¦; IJF: legal β Legal (shime-waza) β strangulation techniques are one of three permitted submβ¦; ADCC: legal β Legal; Unified MMA: legal β Legal β choke submissions are among the most common finishes in MMA; FIAS Sport Sambo: banned β All chokes prohibited in Sport Sambo; FIAS Combat Sambo: legal β Legal
Danger rating 8/10. High β 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 β Secure the Specific Grip β Position the Choking Surface β Apply Compression β Finish.
Standard counters include: Hand fighting β stripping the grip before the choke is set / Chin tuck β protecting the throat / Posture β creating distance to prevent the choke / Turning β 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 β gradual application is safer and often more effective / Wrong grip positioning β the specific grip variation defines this technique; incorrect grip = different technique / Not controlling posture before applying / Holding after the tap β release immediately.
The Wrist Choke (Front) From Front Headlock Forearm Wedge is also known as Forearm Wedge Wrist Choke, Front Headlock Forearm Finish.
