Tuite

Tuite (also referred to as torite) is the method of manipulating joints through grappling to control and incapacitate an attacker.  Tuite Jitsu is an advanced art as it requires the knowledge of Kyusho Jitsu (pressure points) in order to weaken and release joints.  In addition to the study of the pressure points, Tuite Jitsu also requires the study of the body's joints, and how they operate mechanically.

Any joint can be injured or dislocated using much force and pressure, however this is not what Tuite is all about.  Tuite is the ability to create total vulnerability in a joint using minimal effort.  The key is to manipulate the joint so that this vulnerability is created before the joint is actually "locked out", or dislocated.  This is accomplished by stimulating certain pressure points in order to override the body's defenses that protect the joints from injury.  Therefore, Tuite Jitsu and Kyusho Jitsu are interrelated in self-defense.

In order to fully understand Tuite Jitsu and the techniques used for self-defense, it is a must to also understand the underlying principles.  Understanding the principles used in Tuite will allow for a deeper understanding of "why" a technique works, in addition to "how" it works.  Tuite Jitsu is based around the following nine principles (courtesy of "Advanced Pressure Point Grappling: Tuite" -- Dillman--Thomas, 1995):

                    1.  Utilization of the pressure points

                    2.  Utilize two-way action

                    3.  Apply complex torque

                    4.  Generate confusion

                    5.  Work against a base

                    6.  Create a mechanical advantage

                    7.  Apply variable pressure

                    8.  Stick to the opponent

                    9.  Utilize redundancy

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