To improve and diversify intimate relationships, partners often resort to all kinds of toys and devices.Some of them are designed not only to bring innovation to sexual life, but also to improve the functions of the genital organs and keep them in a healthy state.One of these widely advertised, highly sought-after and, according to their reviews, very effective devices is vacuum pumps.
Their use allows you to maintain and restore the health of the penis, increase its erectile capacity and increase the size of the manhood with regular use.Although manufacturers of vacuum pumps often promise an almost immediate effect from their use, in practice only a slight and short-term increase in penis size is achieved.
Vacuum therapy was developed abroad.Doctors use vacuum pumps mainly during the treatment of erectile dysfunction and during penile reconstruction after prostate surgery or radiation therapy.
At the same time, the debate about the benefits and harms of the pump continues.And although this device can often cause harm only when used incorrectly, learning more about the advantages and disadvantages of vacuum pumps will be beneficial for both partners.Is it worth it for them to use this device in their sex life, or is it better to give it up?
What is a vacuum pump and how does it work?
Vacuum pumps can be of two types:
- Electricity.They are equipped with an electric pump, when the pump is turned on, it releases air independently and more evenly.
- Manual.They are a cylindrical tube 20 cm long and 7 cm in diameter.The tube is connected to a hand pump that removes air from the cylinder.
More advanced pumps have a regulator for the intensity of vacuum formation in a cylindrical tube.
The essence of this device is simple: a member placed in a vacuum pump experiences a uniform pressure drop.When the pressure rises, blood circulation is activated, the blood flow to the genital organ increases and enlarges, and it becomes much larger than during a normal erection.
According to the observations of experts, it was possible to achieve an increase in the volume of the male dignity by several centimeters, and its length by 4-5 centimeters.With a decrease in pressure, blood circulation normalizes and the penis returns to its previous size.
There are advantages and disadvantages of such warming for the male genital organ, which we will consider later.
How are vacuum pumps useful?
Vacuum pumps have undeniable advantages.
First, the ability to use this device correctly will allow those who cannot achieve it naturally to achieve an erection.The effectiveness of the pump will increase if you combine it with special drugs to strengthen the erection, which will be prescribed by your doctor.
Second, buying a vacuum pump is cheaper than going through a course of treatment for erectile dysfunction in a clinic.
Thirdly, the pump is practically devoid of further complications and side effects, which cannot be said about many drugs to improve erection.
Fourth, after using vacuum pumps, it is possible to preserve the anatomy while restoring the natural sexual functions of the man.However, the use of implants or a course of injection treatment is fraught with anatomical changes or damage to the penis.
Advantages of using a vacuum pump:
- blood flow, it helps to remove congestion in the pelvic organs caused by irregular sex life, frequent stress or sedentary work;
- treatment of erectile dysfunction caused by prostate or colon surgery, diabetes, impaired blood flow to the penis or psychological problems (stress, anxiety, fear of sexual failure, depression);
- increase the elasticity of blood vessels;
- stabilization of the potential, its qualitative improvement.
Side effects, disadvantages and contraindications of the pump
Despite the fact that the use of a vacuum pump allows a man to restore his sexual abilities and even improve them, such a device should be used carefully in accordance with the recommendations in the instructions.
Side effects of vacuum therapy:
- short-term weakening of erection and ejaculation power (this can be prevented by using special contraction rings);
- the appearance of unnatural or painful sensations during erection (most often as a result of improper use of the pump);
- Weakening of the hardness of the penis at the base;
- the appearance of bruises, red or purple spots on the skin (this is most often due to damaged capillaries and associated subcutaneous microbleeding);
- a feeling of numbness (due to too long exposure to low pressure in the penis);
- skin discoloration (darkening), excessive dryness of the skin in the penis area (occurs for the same reason as numbness).
Most side effects are short-term.Immediately after completing the course of vacuum therapy, everything returns to normal.And to reduce the risk of their occurrence, it is important to gradually increase the pressure and use vacuum pumps equipped with manometers.
Vacuum pumps also have a number of disadvantages.
First, before the pumping session leading to an erection, the penis should be as relaxed as possible - this is a prerequisite for the effectiveness of the procedure.Rest includes pre-ejaculation.
Second, you must strictly follow an advanced course of treatment that includes pumping sessions every day.Each session should last at least 45 minutes.
Third, the use of vacuum pumps requires the simultaneous use of most suitable drugs.
And finally, the fourth, the use of a vacuum pump is not allowed for everyone and not always.This technique has a number of contraindications:
- tendency to blood clotting;
- vascular diseases;
- birth defects;
- urethritis;
- kidney or liver dysfunction;
- diseases of the foreskin;
- bleeding tendency (for the same reason, the use of vacuum pumps during treatment with blood thinners is prohibited);
- blood circulation disorders (some forms of anemia, leukemia) manifested in long-term and painful erections;
- treatment with painkillers (aspirin, ibuprofen, etc., a complete list of which is indicated in the instructions for the vacuum pump or given by the doctor).
How to prepare for vacuum therapy?
Although you can buy vacuum pumps without a doctor's prescription, it is better to consult a urologist before starting pumping procedures.By studying your individual characteristics (previous diseases, injuries or operations, especially on the genitals, your general health, taking drugs or dietary supplements, examination of the genitals), he will be able to determine the feasibility of using vacuum pumps and give advice on how to use them with maximum efficiency and minimum negative consequences.
Give preference to pump models equipped with a safety valve - it will protect the penis from damage, prevent the pressure from falling to critical levels.
How to use a vacuum pump
- Wash the device with warm water and soap.It is forbidden to use hot water in the pump.
- Lubricate the cap under the plastic cylinder with lubricant (but not oil-based).
- Carefully insert the penis into the cavity of the flask and press the body as tightly as possible.
- Holding the flask with one hand, we begin to remove the air using the pump with the other hand.
- When the air is removed, make sure that the flask is tight - the hole on it must be closed (or the valve must be closed).
- After that, an erection should occur and the penis will turn a little red.
- After 30 seconds, open the valve and fill the flask with air.
- We repeat the procedure when the erection weakens.
This usually takes about 20 minutes in total.
You need to gradually increase the time of vacuum exposure - 30 seconds, one minute, two, etc.At the same time, it is necessary to increase the time for rest.
If your erection disappears too quickly, use a cock ring to restrict blood flow to the penis.
The vacuum pump is a personal item only and is not recommended for use by other people.
It is necessary to store the vacuum pump in a box - this will protect it not only from sunlight, but also from possible mechanical damage.Place the box in a dry place.
In general, the vacuum pump is an effective and safe means of solving intimate problems, it allows avoiding surgical interventions and drug treatment.More than half (60-80%) of men who applied to the pump noted positive dynamics in the treatment of erectile dysfunction caused by various reasons.Their experience can be a good example, but remember that it is advisable to carry out such treatment under the supervision of the attending physician!