To improve and diversify intimate relationships, partners often turn to all kinds of toys and devices.Some of them aim 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, highly demanded 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, improve its erectile abilities, and with regular use achieve an increase in the size of your manhood.And although the manufacturers of vacuum pumps most often promise an almost immediate effect from their use, in practice only a slight and short-term increase in the size of the penis is usually achieved.
Vacuum therapy was developed abroad.Doctors use vacuum pumps mainly during the treatment of erectile dysfunction and during the period of penile reconstruction after prostate surgery or after radiation therapy.
At the same time, debates about the benefits and harms of pumping are ongoing.And although this device can often cause harm only if used improperly, learning more about the advantages and disadvantages of vacuum pumps will be beneficial 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 leave it?
What is a vacuum pump and what is the mechanism of its operation?
Vacuum pumps can be of two types:
- Electric.They are equipped with an electric pump that, when the pump is turned on, pumps air out of it independently and more evenly.
- Manual.They are cylindrical tubes 20 cm long and 7 cm in diameter.The tube is connected to a hand pump that pumps air from the cylinder.
More advanced pumps have a regulator of the intensity of vacuum creation in the cylindrical tube.
The essence of this device is simple: a member placed in a vacuum pump experiences uniform pressure drops.When the pressure increases, blood circulation is activated, blood flow to the penis increases and it increases, becoming much larger than with a normal erection.
According to experts' observations, it was possible to achieve an increase in male dignity in volume by several centimeters and length by 4-5 centimeters.With the reduction of pressure, blood circulation returns to normal, and the penis returns to its previous size.
Such heating 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.
First, the ability to use this device properly will allow those who cannot achieve it naturally to achieve an erection.The efficiency of pumping will increase if you combine it with special drugs to improve erection, which will be prescribed by your doctor.
Second, buying a vacuum pump is much cheaper than treating erectile dysfunction in a clinic.
Thirdly, pumping is practically devoid of subsequent complications and side effects, which cannot be said for many drugs to improve erection.
Fourth, after using vacuum pumps, it is possible to preserve the anatomy while at the same time restoring the natural sexual functions of a man.But the use of implants or injection treatment is fraught with anatomical changes or injuries to the penis.
Advantages of using a vacuum pump:
- blood flow helps to remove congestion in the pelvic organs, caused as a result of a man's irregular sex life, frequent stress or 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);
- increase in 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 accordance with the recommendations specified in the instructions.
Side effects of vacuum therapy:
- short-term weakening of the strength of erection and ejaculation (this can be avoided by using special clamping rings);
- appearance of unnatural or painful sensations during erection (most often due to 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 (most often caused by damaged capillaries and related subcutaneous microbleeding);
- 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 (caused by the same reason as numbness).
Most side effects are short-lived.Everything returns to normal immediately after completing the course of vacuum therapy.And in order to reduce the risk of their manifestation, 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 must be as relaxed as possible - this is a prerequisite for the effectiveness of the procedure.Relaxation includes pre-ejaculation.
Secondly, you must strictly follow the developed course of treatment, which includes pumping sessions every day.Each session must last at least 45 minutes.
Third, the use of vacuum pumps usually requires the parallel use of appropriate drugs.
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;
- bleeding tendency (for the same reason, the use of vacuum pumps during treatment with blood thinners is prohibited);
- circulatory disorders (some forms of anemia, leukemia), which are manifested in prolonged and painful erections;
- treatment with painkillers (aspirin, ibuprofen, etc., a complete list of which is given in the instructions for the vacuum pump or given by the 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.By studying your individual characteristics (previous diseases, injuries or operations, especially in the genital area, your general health, taking medications or food supplements, examination of the genitals), they 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 - they will protect the penis from injury, preventing the pressure from dropping to critical levels.
How to use a vacuum pump
- Wash the device with warm water and soap.It is forbidden to use boiling water at the pump.
- Lubricate the nozzle at the bottom of the plastic cylinder with lubricant (but not grease-based).
- Carefully insert the penis into the cavity of the flask and press it as tightly as possible against the body.
- Holding the flask with one hand, we begin to pump out the air using the pump with the other.
- When the air is pumped out, check that the bottle is tight - the opening on it should be closed (or the valve should 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 bottle with air.
- When the erection weakens, we repeat the procedure.
In total, this usually takes about 20 minutes.
It is necessary to gradually increase the duration of exposure to the vacuum - 30 seconds, a minute, two, etc.At the same time, it is necessary to increase the time for rest.
If your erection goes away too quickly, use a cock ring to restrict blood flow from the penis.
The vacuum pump is a purely personal item and is not recommended for use by other people.
You must store the vacuum pump in a box - this will protect it not only from sunlight, but also from possible mechanical damage.Put the box in a dry place.
In general, a vacuum pump is an effective and safe means of solving intimate problems, which allows 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 this type of treatment is recommended to be carried out under the supervision of a doctor!