: Handcuffs can compress the radial or ulnar nerves, leading to "handcuff neuropathy" (numbness or loss of motor function) [1].
: If applied too tightly or without "double-locking" (which prevents the cuffs from tightening further), they can cut off blood flow [2]. freeteenhandcuffed
Restraints, specifically handcuffs, can cause permanent injury if not used with extreme caution. : Handcuffs can compress the radial or ulnar
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: Being restrained in certain positions (like face down) can make breathing difficult and can be fatal [3]. 2. Legal Rights of Minors