The Risk-Aware Consensual Kink Wiki, a volunteer-run knowledge repository providing risk assessment and mitigation strategies for the kink community.

Joined December 2023
Almost all of us have lost a friend from practicing kink. Please join us, so that we don't lose more than we already have.
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We need your help 👷 There's a lot to know, and we can't write about it all ourselves. Our Help wanted page lists all the articles that need attention. If you see something you know about, create an account and start writing with us! rackwiki.org/wiki/RACKWiki:H…
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Thank you to everyone who attended our KinkEd panel and stopped by our table at #MIR29! We appreciate your curiosity, feedback, and openness to making kink safer. Huge thanks to the kind folks at @MIRubber for having us!
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Here is the digital version of our pamphlet if you didn't get a paper copy.
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We're excited for #MIR29! Meet our volunteers at the KinkEd: Safety is Sexy panel on Friday Oct 17 at 12:30PM in the Crossfield and Aldrin of Hilton. You can also find us in the Kink Market through the weekend, so come say hi! #StaySafe #StayShiny
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We are deeply saddened to learn of another loss in the kink community. Understanding risks helps us make informed decisions and prevent adverse outcomes, but there are some risks that cannot be mitigated. rackwiki.org/wiki/Chloroetha…
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Nerve compression might have no sensation at all, and only be evident in loss of movement. It is different from circulation issues, which might feel like the "pins and needles" tingly numbness of a limb falling asleep. rackwiki.org/wiki/Bondage
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Tight restraints or prolonged immobilization can put pressure on nerves and restrict blood flow, potentially leading to nerve damage, numbness, tingling, or loss of sensation in the bound areas. Look out for wrist and foot drop, which can be permanent.
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If you know something that isn't covered, register an account with us and write about it!
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A core aspect of the wiki is the incident report system, so that we learn from our mistakes to save lives. Today, we're proud to publish our first incident report. Thank you to all the volunteers who took time to speak and work with us on this. rackwiki.org/wiki/Incident:I…
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What are topics you'd like to see covered on our wiki? What are topics you know something about but not sure where to start? Reply below!
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Pulse oximeters should not be used to monitor oxygen level when poppers are used. Poppers generate methemoglobin which interferes with absorptance measurements, skewing the results towards a fixed number regardless of actual oxygenation. rackwiki.org/wiki/Poppers
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Airway blockage or neck constriction while in vac beds may cause rapid loss of consciousness, progressing to death unless immediately reacted to. rackwiki.org/wiki/Vacbed
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When silicone is injected into areas with many blood vessels, it can migrate through these vessels and form a life-threatening blockage, known as an embolism. rackwiki.org/wiki/Silicone_i…
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Poppers act synergistically with PDE5 inhibitors such as Sildenafil (Viagra) and Tadalafil (Cialis), which are commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction. Combining them can cause dangerously low blood pressure and should be avoided. rackwiki.org/wiki/Poppers
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When consciousness is lost due to hypoxia, the brain no longer communicates with the body normally and it is highly likely that a person will not let go of something they are holding. rackwiki.org/wiki/Breath_con…
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We're now also available on Telegram, join with the link below: t.me/+fxX1fMm6WuFkM2U5
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Not sure how to contribute? Check out this guide for suggestions, and read more about our Author Guide at rackwiki.org/wiki/RACKWiki:A…
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Hello! We are RACKWiki (the Risk-Aware Consensual Kink Wiki), a new volunteer-run knowledge repository that provides honest and detailed risk assessment and mitigation strategies for activities in or adjacent to kink. Our site exists based upon 4 foundational beliefs: (1/13)
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Too many in our community have been hurt from lack of knowledge. We must change our culture to talk about risk in a nuanced and specific way, and emphasize harm reduction over abstinence. (12/13)
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Share your experiences and wisdom, honor the memory of those we lost, and help save those who we may still lose. If you agree with our mission, please join us. (13/13)
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