Physical abuse

Physical abuse is abuse involving contact intended to cause feelings of intimidation, injury, or other physical suffering or bodily harm.

Forms of physical abuse

 * Striking
 * Punching
 * Pushing, pulling
 * Slapping
 * Whipping
 * Striking with an object
 * Excessive pinching on the body
 * Kicking
 * Tripping
 * Kneeing
 * Strangling
 * Headbutting
 * Drowning
 * Sleep deprivation
 * Exposure to cold, freezing
 * Exposure to heat or radiation, burning
 * Exposure to electric shock
 * Placing in stress positions (tied or otherwise forced)
 * Cutting or otherwise exposing somebody to something sharp
 * Exposure to a dangerous animal
 * Throwing or shooting a projectile
 * Exposure to a toxic substance
 * Infecting with a disease
 * Withholding food or medication
 * Spanking is subject to controversy as to whether it qualifies as physical abuse.
 * Blinding a person or causing impairment of sight.
 * Biting
 * Throwing acid in someone's face.

Consensual physical abuse
Consensual physical abuse is a common component of erotic humiliation and BDSM.