To improve and diversify intimate relationships, partners often turn to all kinds of toys and devices. Some of them are designed not only to bring newness to sex life, but also to improve the functions of Organs genitals and keep them in a healthy state. Vacuum pumps are one of those widely publicized, in great demand 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 your erection abilities and with regular use - to obtain an increase in the size of manhood. And although vacuum pump manufacturers usually promise an almost instantaneous effect from their use, in practice, usually, only a slight, short-term increase in penis size is achieved.
Vacuum therapy is developed abroad. Vacuum pumps are mainly used by doctors during recovery from erectile dysfunction and during penis recovery after prostate surgery or after radiation therapy.
At the same time, disputes over the benefits and harms of pumping are ongoing. And while this device can often only cause harm if used incorrectly, it will be helpful 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 your sex 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 turned on, pumps air independently and more evenly.
- Manual. They are a cylindrical tube 20 cm long and 7 cm in diameter, connected to a hand pump, with which air is pumped out of the cylinder.
In more advanced pumps, there is 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 increases, and it becomes much greater 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 the decrease in pressure, blood circulation returns to normal and the penis returns to its previous size.
This warm-up for the male genital organ has its advantages and disadvantages, which we will consider later.
Why are vacuum pumps useful?
Vacuum pumps have their undeniable advantages.
Firstly, the ability to properly use this device will allow those who are unable to do so naturally to achieve an erection. The effectiveness of the pump will increase if you combine it with special erection-enhancing drugs, which your doctor will prescribe for you.
Second, it is much cheaper to buy a vacuum pump than to have erectile dysfunction treatment in a clinic.
Thirdly, pumping is virtually devoid of complications and subsequent 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 an injection treatment is fraught with anatomical changes or injuries to the penis.
Benefits of using a vacuum pump:
- blood flow helps to eliminate congestion in Organs pelvic organs resulting from a man's irregular sex life, frequent stress or sedentary work;
- treatment of erectile dysfunction caused by prostate or colon surgery, diabetes mellitus, decreased blood flow to the penis, or psychological problems (stress, anxiety, fear of failure in the genital area, depression);
- increased elasticity of blood vessels;
- potency stabilization, its qualitative improvement.
Side effects, disadvantages and contraindications of pumping
Although the use of a vacuum pump allows a man to regain his sexual abilities and even improve them, this device must be used with care, in accordance with the recommendations set out in the instructions.
Side effects of vacuum therapy:
- short-term weakening of erection and strength of ejaculation (this can be avoided using special tightening rings);
- the appearance of unnatural or painful sensations at the time of erection (most often from improper pump operation);
- 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 damaged capillaries and associated subcutaneous microbleeds);
- the occurrence of a feeling of numbness (due to too long exposure to low pressure in the penis);
- discoloration of the skin (its darkening), excessive dryness of the skin on the penis (it 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 to reduce the risk of its manifestation, it is important to increase the pressure gradually and use vacuum pumps equipped with pressure gauges.
Vacuum pumps also have several disadvantages.
First of all, before a pumping session, leading to an erection, the penis should be as relaxed as possible - this is a prerequisite for the effectiveness of the procedure. Relaxation implies pre-ejaculation.
Secondly, it is necessary to strictly follow the developed course of treatment, which provides for pumping sessions every day. Each must be at least 45 minutes long.
Third, the use of vacuum pumps often requires 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 several contraindications:
- tendency to form blood clots;
- vascular disease;
- birth defects;
- urethritis;
- renal or hepatic dysfunction;
- foreskin diseases;
- tendency to bleeding (for the same reason, the use of vacuum pumps is prohibited during treatment with anticoagulants);
- circulatory disorders (some forms of anemia, leukemia), manifested in prolonged and painful states of erection;
- treatment with analgesics (aspirin, ibuprofen, etc. , the full list of which is indicated in the vacuum pump instructions or provided by a doctor).
How to prepare for vacuum therapy?
Despite the fact that you can buy vacuum pumps without a prescription, it is best to consult a urologist before starting pumping procedures. Having studied your individual characteristics (illnesses, injuries or previous operations, especially in the genital area, your general well-being, taking medication or food supplements, examining the genitals), he will be able to determine the advisability of using vacuum pumps and give advice on how use them with maximum efficiency and minimal negative consequences.
Stop choosing 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, soapy water. It is forbidden to boil water in the pump.
- Lubricate the nozzle at the base of the plastic cylinder with a lubricant (but not a grease-based one).
- Carefully insert the penis into the cavity of the vial and press it against the body as firmly as possible.
- Holding the bottle with one hand, with the other we start pumping the air using a pump.
- When the air is pumped out, make sure the bottle is tight - the hole must be tight (or the valve is closed).
- After that, an erection should occur and the penis will be a little red.
- After 30 seconds, open the valve and fill the vial with air.
- At the time of weakening of the erection, we repeat the procedure.
In total, this usually takes about 20 minutes.
You need to increase the duration of the vacuum exposure gradually - 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 that restricts the flow of blood from the penis.
The vacuum pump is a purely personal item, it is not recommended to allow others to use it.
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, the vacuum pump is an effective and safe means of solving intimate problems, avoiding surgical interventions and drug treatment. More than half of men (60-80%) who resorted to pumping noted a positive trend in treating erectile dysfunction caused by various causes. Their experience can serve as a good example, but don't forget that this type of treatment is preferably done under the supervision of the attending physician!