To improve and diversify intimate relationships, partners often turn to all sorts of games and devices. Some of them are meant not only to bring about the novelty of sex life, but also to improve the functioning of the genitals and maintain their health. Vacuum pumps are one of these widely advertised, in high demand among men and are, in their own opinion, a very effective device.
Their use makes it possible to maintain and restore the health of the penis, increase its erectile capacity, and achieve an increase in masculinity with regular use. And although manufacturers of vacuum pumps most often promise an almost immediate effect from 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 to recover from erectile dysfunction and to recover from penile surgery or radiation therapy.
However, there are ongoing debates about the benefits and harms of pumping. And while this tool can often only cause harm if used improperly, it will be helpful for both partners to learn more about the pros and cons of vacuum pumps. This will allow them to decide - is it worth using this tool in their sex lives, or is it better to refuse it?
What is a vacuum pump and what is its mechanism of action?
There are two types of vacuum pumps:
- Electronic. Equipped with an electric pump that pumps out the air independently and more evenly when the pump is turned on.
- Manual. A cylindrical tube 20 cm long and 7 cm in diameter connected to a hand-held pump for pumping air out of the cylinder.
In more advanced pumps, a vacuum tube regulates the intensity of vacuum formation.
The essence of this device is simple: the element placed in the vacuum pump experiences a uniform pressure drop. As the pressure rises, blood circulation is activated, blood flow to the penis increases and increases, and becomes much larger than during a normal erection.
Experts have observed that the amount of male dignity has increased by several centimeters and their length by 4-5 centimeters. As the pressure decreases, blood circulation normalizes and the penis returns to its previous size.
There are advantages and disadvantages to this warm-up of the male genitalia that we will examine further.
Why are vacuum pumps useful?
Vacuum pumps have their own indisputable advantages.
First, the ability to use the device properly allows those who are unable to achieve an erection to achieve it naturally. The effectiveness of the pumping will be increased if it is combined with special erection-enhancing medicines that your doctor will prescribe for you.
Second, it is much cheaper to buy a vacuum pump than to have an erectile dysfunction treatment in a clinic.
Third, pumping is virtually free of subsequent complications and side effects, which is not the case with many erection-enhancing medications.
Fourth, after the use of vacuum pumps, it is possible to preserve the anatomy while restoring the man’s natural sexual functions. However, the use of implants or injection therapy is fraught with anatomical changes or damage to the penis.
Advantages of using a vacuum pump:
- blood flow helps to eliminate congestion in the pelvic organs resulting from men’s irregular sex life, frequent stress, or sedentary work;
- erectile dysfunction due to prostate or colon surgery, diabetes, impaired blood flow to the penis or psychological problems (stress, anxiety, fear of the genitals, depression);
- increased flexibility of blood vessels;
- stabilization of potency, improvement of quality.
Side effects, disadvantages and contraindications of pumping
Although the use of a vacuum pump allows a man to regain and even improve his sexual abilities, such a device should be used with caution, following the recommendations 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);
- the appearance of unnatural or painful feelings during an erection (most often due to a malfunction of the pump);
- weakening of the hardness of the penis at the base;
- bruising, the appearance of red or purple patches on the skin (most commonly caused by damaged capillaries and associated subcutaneous micro-bleeding);
- feeling numb (due to low pressure on the penis for too long);
- discolouration (darkening) of the skin, excessive drying of the skin in the penis (same cause as numbness).
Most side effects are short-term. Immediately after the vacuum therapy, everything returns to normal wheel cutting. And to reduce the risk of their manifestation, it is important to gradually increase the pressure and use vacuum pumps equipped with pressure gauges.
Vacuum pumps also have several disadvantages
First, before pumping to an erection, the penis should be as loose as possible - a prerequisite for the effectiveness of the procedure. Relaxation is a condition before ejaculation.
Second, the developed treatment process that ensures pumping every day must be strictly adhered to. Each must be at least 45 minutes long.
Third, the use of vacuum pumps most often requires parallel administration of appropriate drugs.
And finally, fourthly, the use of a vacuum pump is not allowed for everyone, and not always. There are several contraindications to this technique:
- tendency to clot;
- vascular diseases;
- congenital disorders;
- urethritis;
- renal or hepatic impairment;
- 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 (anemia, some forms of leukemia), which are manifested by a prolonged and painful state of erection;
- analgesic treatment (aspirin, ibuprofen, etc. , the full list of which is given in the instructions for use of the vacuum pump or given by a doctor).
How to prepare for vacuum therapy?
Although you can purchase vacuum pumps without a prescription, it is better to consult a urologist before beginning pumping procedures. After studying your individual characteristics (previous illnesses, injuries or surgeries, especially in the genital area, general well-being, taking medication or dietary supplements, genital examination) you will be able to determine the suitability of using vacuum pumps and advice with maximum efficiency and minimum negative consequences. associated with their use.
Stop the choice on pump models with a safety valve - this protects the penis from injury and prevents the pressure from dropping to a critical level.
How to use a vacuum pump
- Wash the appliance with warm soapy water. Boiled water on the pump is prohibited.
- Lubricate the nozzle on 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 close to the body as possible.
- Holding the flask with one hand, we start to pump out the air with the other.
- When pumping out the air, make sure that the flask is tight - the hole in it must be locked (or the valve is closed).
- After this, an erection should occur and the penis will be slightly red.
- After 30 seconds, open the valve and fill the flask with air.
- The moment the erection weakens, the procedure is repeated.
Overall, this usually takes about 20 minutes.
The duration of the vacuum exposure should be gradually increased to 30 seconds, one minute, two, and so on. At the same time, the time required to rest should be increased.
If the erection goes away too quickly, use an erection ring that restricts the flow of blood out of the penis.
The vacuum pump is a purely personal item and is not recommended for use by others.
The vacuum pump must be stored in a box - this protects 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 tool for solving intimate problems, avoiding surgery, and medication. More than half (60-80%) of men who used pumping had a positive trend in treating erectile dysfunction caused by various causes. Their experience can be a good example, but do not forget that such treatments should be performed under the supervision of a doctor if possible!