prevent the progress or free movement of; "He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather"
put at a disadvantage
anything that restrains (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
prevent the progress or free movement of; "He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather"; "the imperilist nation wanted to strangle the free trade between the two small countries"
put at a disadvantage; "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"