To improve and diversify intimate relationships, partners often turn to all kinds of toys and devices.Some of them are intended not only to introduce novelty into sexual life, but also to improve the functions of the genital organs and maintain them in a healthy state.One of these widely advertised, in great demand among men and, according to their reviews, very effective devices are vacuum pumps.
Their use allows you to maintain and restore the health of the penis, enhance its erective abilities, and with regular use, achieve an increase in the size of your manhood.And although manufacturers of vacuum pumps most often promise an almost immediate effect from their use, in practice, only a slight and short-term increase in penis size is usually achieved.
Vacuum therapy has been developed abroad.Doctors use vacuum pumps mainly during the treatment of erectile dysfunction and during the period of restoration of the penis after operations on the prostate gland or after radiation therapy.
At the same time, debates regarding the benefits and harms of pumping are ongoing.And although this device can often cause harm only if it is used incorrectly, learning in more detail about the advantages and disadvantages of vacuum pumps will be useful for both partners.This will allow them to decide whether it is worth using this device in their sex life or is it better to abandon it?
What is a vacuum pump and what is its mechanism of action?
Vacuum pumps can be of two types:
- Electrical.They are equipped with an electric pump, which, when the pump is turned on, independently and more evenly pumps air out of it.
- Manual.They are a cylindrical tube 20 cm long and 7 cm in diameter. The tube is connected to a hand pump, which pumps air out of 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 uniform pressure drops.When the pressure rises, blood circulation is activated, blood flow to the penis increases and it enlarges, and it becomes much larger than during a normal erection.
According to the observations of specialists, it was possible to achieve an increase in male dignity in volume by several centimeters and in length by 4-5 centimeters.With a decrease in pressure, blood circulation returns to normal, and the penis returns to its previous size.
Such a warm-up for the male genital organ has its advantages and disadvantages, which we will consider further.
How are vacuum pumps useful?
Vacuum pumps have their undeniable advantages.
Firstly, the ability to correctly use this device will allow those who are unable to achieve this naturally to achieve an erection.The effectiveness of pumping will increase if you combine it with special drugs to enhance erection, which your doctor will prescribe.
Secondly, purchasing a vacuum pump is much cheaper than undergoing a course of treatment for erectile dysfunction in a clinic.
Thirdly, pumping is practically devoid of subsequent complications and side effects, which cannot be said about many drugs for improving erection.
Fourthly, after using vacuum pumps, it is possible to preserve the anatomy while simultaneously restoring the natural sexual functions of a man.But the use of implants or a course of injection treatment is fraught with anatomical changes or injuries to the penis.
Benefits of using a vacuum pump:
- blood flow helps eliminate congestion in the pelvic organs, formed as a result of a man’s irregular sex life, from frequent stress or from sedentary work;
- treatment of erectile dysfunction caused by prostate or colon surgery, diabetes mellitus, impaired blood flow in the penis or psychological problems (stress, anxiety, fear of sexual failure, depression);
- increasing the elasticity of blood vessels;
- stabilization of potency, its qualitative improvement.
Side effects, disadvantages and contraindications of pumping
Despite the fact that the use of a vacuum pump will allow a man to regain his sexual abilities and even improve them, such a device must be used carefully, in compliance with the recommendations set out in the instructions.
Side effects of vacuum therapy:
- short-term weakening of erection and ejaculation force (this can be avoided by using special constriction rings);
- the appearance of unnatural or painful sensations during an erection (most often from improper use of the pump);
- weakening of the hardness of the penis at its base;
- the appearance of bruises, red or purple spots on the skin (the cause of this is most often injured capillaries and associated subcutaneous microbleeding);
- a feeling of numbness (due to too long exposure to low pressure on the penis);
- change in skin color (darkening), excessive dryness of the skin in the penis area (occurs for the same reason as numbness).
Most side effects are short-term.Everything returns to normal immediately after completing a course of vacuum therapy.And in order to reduce the risk of their manifestation, it is important to increase the pressure gradually and use vacuum pumps equipped with pressure gauges.
Vacuum pumps also have a number of disadvantages.
Firstly, before a pumping session leading to an erection, the penis must be as relaxed as possible - this is a prerequisite for the effectiveness of the procedure.Relaxation involves pre-ejaculation.
Secondly, you need to strictly follow the developed course of treatment, which includes pumping sessions every day.Each session must last at least 45 minutes.
Thirdly, the use of vacuum pumps most often requires the parallel use of appropriate medications.
And finally, fourthly, the use of a vacuum pump is not allowed for everyone and not always.This technique has a number of contraindications:
- tendency to form blood clots;
- vascular diseases;
- congenital defects;
- urethritis;
- kidney or liver dysfunction;
- diseases of the foreskin;
- tendency to bleeding (for the same reason, the use of vacuum pumps during treatment with blood thinning drugs is prohibited);
- circulatory disorders (some forms of anemia, leukemia), manifested in prolonged and painful states of erection;
- treatment with painkillers (aspirin, ibuprofen, etc., a full list of which is indicated in the instructions for the vacuum pump or given by a doctor).
How to prepare for vacuum therapy?
Despite the fact that you can buy vacuum pumps without a doctor’s prescription, it is better to consult a urologist before starting pumping procedures.Having studied your individual characteristics (previous illnesses, injuries or operations, especially in the genital area, your general health, taking medications or dietary supplements, conducting an examination of the genitals), he will be able to determine the advisability of using vacuum pumps and give advice regarding their operation with maximum efficiency and minimal negative consequences.
Opt for pump models equipped with a safety valve - it will protect the penis from injury, preventing pressure drops to critical levels.
How to use a vacuum pump
- Wash the device with warm water and soap.It is prohibited to use boiling water on the pump.
- Lubricate the nozzle at the base of the plastic cylinder with lubricant (but not fat-based).
- Carefully insert the penis into the cavity of the flask and press it as tightly as possible to the body.
- Holding the flask with one hand, we begin to pump out the air with the other using a pump.
- When the air is pumped out, make sure that the flask is tight - the hole on it should be closed (or the valve should be closed).
- After this, an erection should occur, and the penis will turn a little red.
- After 30 seconds, open the valve and fill the flask with air.
- At the moment of weakening of the erection, we repeat the procedure.
In total, this usually takes about 20 minutes.
You need to increase the duration of vacuum exposure gradually - 30 seconds, a minute, two, etc. At the same time, you need to increase the time for rest.
If your erection disappears too quickly, use a cock ring to restrict the flow of blood from the penis.
A vacuum pump is a purely personal item and is not recommended for use by other people.
You need 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, a vacuum pump is an effective and safe means of solving intimate problems, allowing you to avoid surgical interventions and drug treatment.More than half of the men (60-80%) who resorted to pumping noted positive dynamics in the treatment of erectile dysfunction caused by various reasons.Their experience can serve as a good example, but do not forget that it is advisable to carry out this type of treatment under the supervision of the attending physician!