Fisting
The sexual act of inserting one or more hands into a person's vagina or anus. In some ways related to stretching it is meant to give a feeling of someone being very deep inside a person and / or a stretching sensation into the vagina or anus. For many people, fisting is also a deeply intimate act. The level of trust, vulnerability, and sustained communication required often makes it as much an emotional experience as a physical one. It is common for both partners to feel a strong sense of connection during and after the activity.
In deep anal fisting some people have been able to reach into the abdomen and create a bulge. In double fisting two hands will go into one hole, or one in both the vagina and anus at the same time. These are more extreme activities and comes with additional risks.
Risks
There are health risks to fisting when it goes beyond the limits of what the body can normally do which can cause very serious injuries. Including internal tearing and soft tissue damage. Building up slowly and carefully is, therefore, important. In practice, building up means progressing gradually, typically starting with fingers, then increasing numbers, then the full hand and not rushing any stage. For many people this progression happens across multiple sessions rather than within a single one. The receiving person should set the pace entirely and any resistance from the body should be respected rather than pushed through.
In fisting, lube is very much needed to make sure no tearing happens. Not all lubricants are equally suitable. Water-based lubes tend to dry out too quickly for fisting and require frequent reapplication. Oil-based or thick specialty lubes, such as those specifically marketed for fisting are generally preferred for their staying power and consistency. If gloves are being used, ensure the lube chosen is compatible with the glove material.When fisting, especially when going deeper, the use of gloves is advised to reduce any edges from nails and other parts of the hands. This combined with lots of lube can make this safer and more sustainable.
Physical aftercare is an important part of fisting. The receiving person's body has undergone significant physical exertion and may feel sore, tender or sensitive for some time afterward. Rest, warmth, hydration and gentle check-ins in the hours and days following are all common aftercare practices. Any unusual pain, bleeding that does not stop or difficulty with bowel or bladder function after a session should be assessed by a medical professional.
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