– Learn the locations where nerves run close to the surface and can be compressed by rope: the radial nerve in the upper arm, the ulnar nerve at the elbow, and the peroneal nerve behind the knee. Avoid tight wraps over these areas.

Cut the rope. Do not untie conventionally. Perform nerve flossing (gentle neck and wrist range of motion). Seek medical help if symptoms last >15 minutes.

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This minimalist kit is sufficient for months of practice. Most first harnesses require only two or three 8-meter hanks of rope at most. As Japanese rope traditions specify, natural fibers such as hemp and jute are traditionally cut into approximately 25-foot (7.6 m) lengths, making them highly manageable.

Material | Specifications | Quantity (Beginner) | Purpose --- | --- | --- | --- Jute or hemp rope | 6 mm diameter, 8 meters | 2–3 ropes | Core ties and harnesses Safety shears | EMT-style, blunt-tip | 1 pair | Emergency quick-release Carry bag | Tote, furoshiki, or backpack | 1 | Portability and organization