To improve and diversify intimate relationships, partners often resort to all kinds of toys and gadgets. Some of them are designed not only to reshape sex life, but also to improve the functions of the sex organs and keep them in a healthy state. Vacuum pumps are one of those devices that are much advertised, in high demand among men and, according to their own reviews, very effective.
Their use allows you to maintain and restore the health of the penis, improve its ability to have an erection and, with regular use, achieve an increase in manhood. And although the manufacturers of vacuum pumps usually promise an almost immediate effect from their use, in practice only a slight and short-term enlargement of the penis is usually achieved.
Vacuum therapy is developed abroad. Vacuum pumps are primarily used by physicians during recovery from erectile dysfunction and during penile recovery after prostate surgery or radiation therapy.
At the same time, disputes about the benefits and harm of pumping continue. And although this device can often only cause damage if used incorrectly, it is helpful for both partners to learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of vacuum pumps. This way they can decide - is it worth using this device in their sex life, or is it better to refuse?
What is a vacuum pump and what is its mechanism of action?
Vacuum pumps can be of two types:
- electric. Equipped with an electric pump that automatically and evenly pumps air out of the pump when it is switched on.
- Manual. They are a cylindrical tube 20 cm long and 7 cm in diameter connected to a hand pump that is used to pump air out of the cylinder.
In more advanced pumps, a regulator of the intensity of vacuum formation is located in a cylindrical tube.
The essence of this device is simple: an element placed in a vacuum pump experiences uniform pressure drops. As the pressure increases, blood circulation is activated, blood flow to the penis increases and it increases and becomes much larger than during a normal erection.
According to the observations of experts, it was possible to achieve an increase in male dignity by several centimeters in volume, and in length - by 4-5 centimeters. With a drop in pressure, blood flow normalizes 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 discuss later.
Why are vacuum pumps useful?
Vacuum pumps have their undeniable advantages.
First, the ability to properly use this device allows those who cannot achieve it naturally to achieve an erection. The effectiveness of pumping will be increased if you combine it with special erection-enhancing drugs that your doctor will prescribe for you.
Secondly, it is much cheaper to buy a vacuum pump than to undergo treatment for erectile dysfunction in a clinic.
Thirdly, pumping is practically free from subsequent complications and side effects, which cannot be said about many erection enhancing drugs.
Fourth, after using vacuum pumps, it is possible to preserve anatomy while restoring a man's natural sexual functions. 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 eliminate congestion in the pelvic organs caused by a man's irregular sex life, frequent stress or sedentary work;
- Treatment of erectile dysfunction due to surgery on the prostate or colon, diabetes mellitus, circulatory disorders in the penis or psychological problems (stress, anxiety, fear of genital failure, depression);
- increased elasticity of blood vessels;
- Stabilization of potency, its qualitative improvement.
Side effects, disadvantages and contraindications of pumping
Despite the fact that using a vacuum pump allows a man to regain his sexual abilities and even improve them, such a device must be used carefully and in accordance with the recommendations given in the instructions.
Side effects of vacuum therapy:
- short-term weakening of erection and strength of ejaculation (this can be avoided by using special clamping rings);
- the appearance of unnatural or painful sensations at the time of erection (most often due to improper operation 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 the cause of this is injured capillaries and associated subcutaneous microbleeds);
- the appearance of numbness (due to too long exposure to small pressure on the penis);
- Discoloration of the skin (its darkening), excessive dryness of the skin in the penis (occurs for the same reason as numbness).
Most side effects are short term. Immediately after the course of vacuum therapy, everything returns to normal. And to reduce the risk of their manifestation, it is important to gradually increase the pressure and use vacuum pumps with pressure gauges.
Vacuum pumps also have a number of disadvantages
First, before a pumping session that leads to an erection, the penis should be as relaxed as possible - this is a prerequisite for the effectiveness of the procedure. Relaxation implies a pre-ejaculation.
Secondly, it is necessary to strictly adhere to the developed course of treatment, which provides for pumping sessions every day. Each must be at least 45 minutes long.
Thirdly, the use of vacuum pumps usually requires the parallel administration of appropriate medication.
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 disease;
- congenital defects;
- urethritis;
- kidney or liver dysfunction;
- diseases of the foreskin;
- Tendency to bleed (for the same reason, the use of vacuum pumps is prohibited during treatment with blood thinners);
- circulatory disorders (some forms of anemia, leukemia), which are manifested by prolonged and painful states of erection;
- Treatment with painkillers (aspirin, ibuprofen, etc. , the full list of which is given in the vacuum pump instructions or given by a 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 you start pumping. Based on your individual characteristics (previous illnesses, injuries or operations, especially in the intimate area, general condition, taking medication or dietary supplements, examination of the genitals), he can determine the appropriateness of using vacuum pumps and give advice on how to use them with maximum efficiency and minimum negative consequencescan be used.
Stop choosing pump models equipped with a safety valve - it protects the penis from injury and prevents pressure drops to critical levels.
How to use a vacuum pump?
- Wash the device with warm soapy water. Boiling water on the pump is prohibited.
- Lubricate the nozzle at the bottom of the plastic cylinder with a non-grease based lubricant.
- Gently insert the penis into the cavity of the bottle and press it against the body as firmly as possible.
- Hold the plunger with one hand, with the other we start pumping out air with a pump.
- When the air is pumped out, make sure that the piston is tight - the hole on it must be pinched (or the valve is closed).
- After this, an erection should occur and the penis will turn slightly red.
- After 30 seconds, open the valve and fill the flask with air.
- At the moment of weakening of the erection, we repeat the process.
This usually takes around 20 minutes in total.
You need to gradually increase the duration of vacuum exposure - 30 seconds, one minute, two, etc. At the same time, you need to increase the rest time.
If the erection disappears too quickly, use an erection ring, which restricts blood flow from the penis.
The vacuum pump is a purely personal item, it is not recommended to leave it to 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 way to solve intimate problems and avoid surgical intervention and drug treatment. More than half of the men (60-80%) who resorted to pumping noticed a positive trend in the treatment of erectile dysfunction caused by various causes. Your experience can serve as a good example, but do not forget that this type of treatment is preferably carried out under the supervision of the attending physician!