This is an explanation using a simple scenario. In this scenario, as law enforcement or even a civilian, you could safely remove a person who might be choking another from behind while using very little force.
Here is just one method we use while applying PPCT / Pressure Point Compliance Techniques. We do not cover the throat or even temporarily remove the attacker's ability to breathe.
In my experience, pressure points are not the end all to a fight, but rather a transitional distraction used to help the person being attacked escape for even the slightest moment to enable them to move into a better position of self defense.
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