Injuries

A fisting injury is an incident where damage was sustained to the fist chute during the act of fisting or toy play. The damage may be minor, intermediate, and advanced. Examples include microtears, bruising, and perforations.

Ailments

An ailment is health condition that can detrimentally effect one's ability to fist. Examples include diverticular disease, hemorrhoids, and infections. They may have various causes. Some are genetic, some are caused by microorganisms, and some are due to trauma inflicted upon the hole.

Resources

Fist Theory has built a network of fisters who have experienced many of these injuries or ailments previously. The F-squared (FF) and the Injury Support Group (F2) are two groups on Facebook that allow you to ask questions and give advice and support to others with similar conditions. To join F-squared (FF), you must have a Facebook profile that is over a year old. To join the Injury Support Group (FF), you must have experienced a fisting related injury or ailment. You must also be willing to engage with others regarding your injury or ailment. Both groups can be found with Facebook searches.

A limited set of providers that deal with these injuries and ailments is also available in certain circumstances. Even though they are doctors or other healthcare providers, they are not your doctor, nor your healthcare provider; therefore, they cannot provide any medical advice online. To get in contact with one of these providers or to ask their advice, please reach out to Finn Vortex at finnvortex@depthvortex.com. It may take several days for a response. If you are concerned regarding bleeding and potential perforation after a fisting session, please visit your local emergency room immediately.