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 novelty to the sex life, but also to improve the functions of the genitals and keep them healthy. Vacuum pumps are one of those widely advertised, highly sought after among men and, according to their own reviews, a very effective device.
Using them allows you to maintain and restore the health of the penis, to improve its erectile abilities and with regular use - to increase the size of the man. And although manufacturers of vacuum pumps most often promise an almost instantaneous effect of their use, in practice, only a slight and short-term increase in penis size is usually achieved.
Vacuum therapy is being developed abroad. Vacuum pumps are mainly 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, the debate over the benefits and harms of pumping continues. And although this device can often cause harm only if used improperly, 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 sex life or is it better to give it up?
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 you turn on the pump independently and more evenly pumps air from it.
- Guide. They are a cylindrical tube with a length of 20 cm and a diameter of 7 cm. The tube is connected to a hand pump, which pumps air from the cylinder.
More modern pumps have a regulator for the intensity of vacuum formation in a cylindrical tube.
The essence of this device is simple: an element placed in a vacuum pump experiences uniform pressure drops. When the pressure rises, the blood circulation is activated, the blood flow to the penis increases and it increases and becomes much larger than with a normal erection.
According to the observations of experts, it is possible to achieve an increase in male dignity in volume by a few centimeters and in length - by 4-5 centimeters. As the pressure decreases, blood circulation returns to normal and the penis returns to its previous size.
Such warming of the male genitalia has its advantages and disadvantages, which we will consider below.
Why are vacuum pumps useful?
Vacuum pumps have their undeniable advantages.
First, the ability to use this device properly will allow those who cannot achieve this naturally to achieve an erection. The effectiveness of pumping will increase if you combine it with special drugs to enhance erections, which your doctor will prescribe.
Second, it is much cheaper to buy a vacuum pump than to undergo treatment for erectile dysfunction in a clinic.
Third, pumping is virtually devoid of subsequent complications and side effects, which is not the case with many erection-enhancing drugs.
Fourth, after the use of vacuum pumps, it is possible to preserve the anatomy by restoring the man's natural sexual functions. But the use of implants or a course of injectable treatment is fraught with anatomical changes or injuries to the penis.
Advantages of using a vacuum pump:
- blood flow helps to remove pelvic congestion 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, 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 for 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 should be used carefully, in accordance with the recommendations set out in the instructions.
Side effects of vacuum therapy:
- short-term weakening of the erection and the strength of ejaculation (this can be avoided by using special tightening rings);
- the appearance of unnatural or painful sensations during erection (most often from 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 reason for this is most often damaged capillaries and related subcutaneous microbleeding);
- the appearance of a feeling of tingling (due to too long exposure to low pressure on the penis);
- change in skin color (its darkening), excessive dryness of the skin in the penis (occurs for the same reason as numbness).
Most of the side effects are short-term. Everything returns to normal immediately after the course of vacuum therapy. And to reduce the risk of their occurrence, it is important to increase the pressure gradually and to use vacuum pumps equipped with manometers.
Vacuum pumps also have a number of disadvantages
First, 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 preejaculation.
Second, it is necessary to strictly follow the developed course of treatment, which provides for pumping sessions every day. Each must last at least 45 minutes.
Third, the use of vacuum pumps most often requires the parallel administration of appropriate drugs.
Finally, fourth, 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;
- renal or hepatic dysfunction;
- diseases of the foreskin;
- tendency to bleed (for the same reason the use of vacuum pumps during treatment with blood thinners is prohibited);
- circulatory disorders (some forms of anemia, leukemia), manifested in prolonged and painful erections;
- treatment with painkillers (aspirin, ibuprofen, etc. , the full list of which is given 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 prescription, it is better to consult a urologist before starting pumping procedures. After examining your individual characteristics (previous illnesses, injuries or operations, especially in the genital area, your general well-being, taking medicines or supplements, genital examination), he will be able to determine the appropriateness of using vacuum pumps and givetips on how to use them with maximum efficiency and minimum negative consequences.
Stop choosing pump models equipped with a safety valve - it will protect the penis from injury, preventing pressure drop 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 base of the plastic cylinder with grease (but not grease).
- Carefully place the penis in the cavity of the flask and press it against the body as tightly as possible.
- Holding the flask with one hand, with the other we begin to pump air with the help of a pump.
- When pumping air, make sure the flask is tight - the hole on it must be clamped (or the valve closed).
- Then an erection should occur and the penis will become a little red.
- After 30 seconds, open the valve and fill the flask with air.
- At the moment of weakening the erection we repeat the procedure.
In general, this usually takes about 20 minutes.
You need to gradually increase the duration of vacuum exposure - 30 seconds, a 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 leave it to 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. Place the box in a dry place.
In general, the vacuum pump is an effective and safe tool for solving intimate problems, avoiding surgery and medical treatment. More than half of men (60-80%) who resort to pumping report a positive trend in the treatment of erectile dysfunction caused by various causes. Their experience can serve as a good example, but remember that this type of treatment is preferably performed under the supervision of the attending physician!