To improve and diversify intimate relationships, couples often turn to all kinds of toys and devices. Some of them are designed not only to bring novelty to sexual life, but also to improve the functions of the genital organs and keep them in a healthy state. Vacuum pumps are one of these much-hyped, much-demanded among men, and according to their own reviews, a very effective device.
Its use allows you to maintain and restore the health of the penis, improve its erection capabilities and, with regular use, achieve an increase in the size of the manhood. And although the manufacturers of vacuum pumps often promise an almost instantaneous effect from their use, in practice, only a slight and short-term increase in penis size is usually achieved.
Vacuum therapy is developed abroad. Vacuum pumps are primarily used by doctors during recovery from erectile dysfunction and during recovery of the penis after prostate surgery or after radiation therapy.
At the same time, disputes continue over the benefits and harms of pumping. And although this device can often cause harm only if used incorrectly, it will be useful for both partners to learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of vacuum pumps. This will allow them to decide: is it worth using this device in their sexual life, or is it better to refuse it?
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, which, when the pump is on, pumps air independently and more evenly.
- Handbook. They are a cylindrical tube 20 cm long and 7 cm in diameter, the tube is connected to a hand pump, with which air is pumped out of the cylinder.
In more advanced pumps, there is a regulator of 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 increases, the blood circulation is activated, the blood flow to the penis increases and increases, and it becomes much larger than during a normal erection.
According to the observations of experts, 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 heating for the male genital organ has its advantages and disadvantages, which we will consider later.
Why are vacuum pumps useful?
Vacuum pumps have their indisputable advantages.
First of all, the ability to use this device correctly will allow those who cannot achieve it naturally to achieve an erection. The effectiveness of pumping will increase if you combine it with special drugs to improve erection, which your doctor will prescribe.
Secondly, it is much cheaper to buy a vacuum pump than to undergo treatment for erectile dysfunction in a clinic.
Thirdly, pumping is practically devoid of subsequent complications and side effects, which cannot be said for many erection-enhancing drugs.
Fourth, after the use of vacuum pumps, it is possible to preserve the anatomy while restoring a man's natural sexual functions. But the use of implants or a course of treatment with injections is fraught with anatomical changes or injuries to the penis.
Benefits of using a vacuum pump:
- blood flow helps to remove congestion in the pelvic organs, resulting from irregular sexual life of a man, frequent stress or sedentary work;
- treatment of erectile dysfunction caused by prostate or colon surgery, diabetes mellitus, impaired blood flow to the penis, or psychological problems (stress, anxiety, fear of failure in the genital area, depression);
- increased 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 restore his sexual abilities and even improve them, such a device must be used carefully, according to the recommendations stated in the instructions.
Side effects of vacuum therapy:
- short-term weakening of erection and force of ejaculation (this can be avoided by using special tightening rings);
- the appearance of painful or unnatural 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 (the cause of this is usually the injury of the capillaries and the associated subcutaneous microbleeding);
- the appearance of a feeling of numbness (due to too long exposure to low pressure on the penis);
- skin discoloration (its darkening), excessive dryness of the skin on the penis (occurs for the same reason as numbness).
Most side effects are short term. Everything returns to normal immediately after the course of vacuum therapy. And in order to reduce the risk of its manifestation, it is important to gradually increase the pressure and use vacuum pumps equipped with pressure gauges.
Vacuum pumps also have a number of disadvantages
First of all, before a pumping session, which leads to an erection, the penis must be as relaxed as possible; this is a prerequisite for the effectiveness of the procedure. Relaxation involves pre-ejaculate.
Secondly, it is necessary to strictly follow the developed course of treatment, which provides for pumping sessions every day. Each one must have a minimum duration of 45 minutes.
Third, the use of vacuum pumps often requires the parallel administration 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 disease;
- birth 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 anticoagulants is prohibited);
- circulatory disorders (some forms of anemia, leukemia), manifested in prolonged and painful states of erection;
- treatment with painkillers (aspirin, ibuprofen, etc. , the full list of which is indicated in the instructions for the vacuum pump or provided by a doctor).
How to prepare for vacuum therapy?
Although you can buy vacuum pumps without a prescription, it is best to consult a urologist before beginning any pumping procedures. Having studied your individual characteristics (previous illnesses, injuries or operations, especially in the genital area, your general condition, taking medications or dietary supplements, examination of the genitals), you will be able to determine the advisability of using vacuum pumps and give advice on how to use them with maximum efficiency and minimum negative consequences.
Stop the choice of pump models equipped with a safety valve - it will protect the penis from injury and prevent the pressure from falling to critical levels.
How to use a vacuum pump
- Wash the device with warm soapy water. It is forbidden to boil water in the pump.
- Lubricate the nozzle at the base of the plastic barrel with a lubricant (but not grease-based).
- Carefully insert the penis into the cavity of the bottle and press it against the body as hard as possible.
- Holding the flask with one hand, with the other we begin to pump air with a pump.
- When the air is pumped out, make sure the flask is tight; the orifice must be clamped (or the valve is 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.
- At the moment of weakening of the erection, we repeat the procedure.
In total, this usually takes about 20 minutes.
You should gradually increase the duration of vacuum exposure: 30 seconds, one minute, two, etc. At the same time, you should increase the rest time.
If the erection goes away too quickly, use an erection ring that restricts blood flow from the penis.
The vacuum pump is a purely personal item, it is not recommended to let other people use it.
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, avoiding surgical interventions and drug treatments. More than half of the men (60-80%) who resorted to pumping noted a positive trend in the treatment of erectile dysfunction caused by various causes. Your experience may serve as a good example, but do not forget that this type of treatment is preferably performed under the supervision of the treating physician!