Technique where a fighter traps the opponent's arm behind their back to prevent them from defending against a slam, potentially causing a KO or trauma such as a collarbone injury.
« The arm trap that allowed George Stein to sign with the UFC. He traps the arm and pins it, then comes down on him because he is stuck and can't defend himself. »
An arm trap is a technique where a fighter pins the opponent's arm behind their back, preventing them from defending against a slam and leaving them vulnerable to a KO or injuries such as a collarbone injury.
Why is an arm trap so dangerous during a slam?
When the arm is trapped and pinned, the opponent cannot use their basic defensive options and cannot protect themselves as they are brought down to the mat.
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