Quote Originally Posted by BDSM_Tourguide
I think that's a rather irresponsible attitude to have about caning. I don't think anyone needs reminding of how painful a session can be, especially if you have been using pain as your primary motivator throughout the session.

There's also a lot more to think about than just "not impacting the same spot again." Anything that raises welts and/or leaves a lasting mark and/or breaks the skin needs to be dealt with with extra care. Ice, creams and maybe even bandages need to be applied and the affected area needs to be loked after carefully until it heals. Also, no other sessions should take place, at least no other activity should take place in the wounded area until it has had time to amply heal.

One reason I don't deal with canes and switches much is because of their lasting effects. The potential to seriously wound someone is not a risk I am willing to take. If I did use either of these tools, it would be lightly.
I agree.The cane can be a vicious and dangerous tool in the wrong hands. I personally prefer the hand or the hairbrush for this purpose.There's no danger of breaking the skin and it leaves a nice even pink finish