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You might be surprised to learn that penis pumps are an extremely widely used device
and are by no means a niche product for men anymore. As more people understand
exactly what these devices can do, the more they increase in popularity.
Penis pumps can be used with different outcomes in mind. Some men use them to
create a temporarily larger erection, others use them for their potential long term
benefits in increased size, and others use them to treat erectile dysfunction and help
them to maintain a healthy erection during masturbation or sex.
With all that said, here’s a primer on how to use a penis pump safely.
A penis pump is basically just a cylinder that is placed over the penis and uses
pumping to create suction inside the cylinder. As you pump the air, or water
depending on your pump, will leave the pump and your penis will expand into
the area that the negative pressure creates.
This draws blood into the penile shaft and creates an engorged erection as there is
more blood than normal inside the blood vessels. Once you remove the pressure your
penis will slowly return to its normal size but with the use of an erection ring following
pumping many men find that they can maintain an erection for a full play session.
With long term use, some men will also find that their size increases permanently.
Unlike most medications, penis pumps are affordable, easy to use, don’t require a
prescription and they are much less risky than more invasive treatments. You can
even use pumps in conjunction with Viagra and Cialis.
That doesn’t mean that there is no risk involved with using penis pumps. They can
cause pain, swelling, discoloration and long term tissue damage of the penis but when
you know how to use a pump properly you can easily avoid these issues.
It just comes down to knowing how to use your pump safely, as once you do, the
benefits will far outweigh the risks.
The best way for you to stay safe and avoid injury while you pump is to follow those
specific instructions down to the last detail.
A pressure gauge will show you the pressure while you pump so you can keep track of
how much you are applying to your penis.
A vacuum limiter, on the other hand, will stop you from over-pumping by limiting the
amount of pressure within the cylinder for you.
Use a comfort pad or penis pump sleeve
A comfort pad or penis pump sleeve will add some cushioning to the part of the pump
that connects with your skin. Penis pumps are hard!
They are made of firm materials and if you don’t have something soft between your
skin and the cylinder, they can be pretty uncomfortable to use. Too much firmness
against your sensitive skin here can also result in bruising, making it uncomfortable
next time you pump too.
A penis sleeve will also help to create a strong seal between the pump and your skin.
You need the seal to be airtight so that you can create sufficient suction within the
cylinder. A sleeve or pad can also help to keep your scrotum on the outside of the
pump which is exactly where you want them. A pump cylinder that is too large can
leave room for the balls to be sucked in, but a sleeve or pad can prevent this.
Get grooming
The other way to ensure that the seal is airtight is to keep your pubic hair trimmed as
short as possible. Ideally, you would even wax or shave the area completely. But, just
keeping it trimmed will help to keep that seal nice and strong.
If you find that you are following the instructions and you can’t make a strong enough
seal, this could be the reason why.
Look carefully at the product descriptions and get out the measuring tape.
You need to measure your penis while it is flaccid and also while it is erect to get the
best indication of your pump size.
The outcome is a cylinder that fits you comfortably and still leaves enough room for
you to grow. And keep in mind, that realistically you will only increase your size by a
maximum of a few inches. So don’t leave too much room for growth.
When you are starting out stick to 2 – 3 pumping sessions a week and don’t pump for
any longer than 15 minutes at a time. Once you feel more comfortable with the
process and the suction then you can increase the frequency of your workouts and
train more often.
It’s important to keep your sessions no longer than 15 minutes still, and if you want to
do longer then give yourself a break every 10 – 15 minutes. Let the pressure out and
stretch and massage your penis to get the blood circulation flowing freely again to help
the pumping process.
Also, make sure that you allow the penis to stop growing between each pump. If you
can see your penis is still expanding, then don’t pump again until it has stopped.
Pumping for too long without a break, or pumping too often is the biggest risk when it
comes to penis pumping. It can create temporary injuries like blisters, skin
discoloration and numbness of the penis.
In fact, all of these are fairly common amongst beginners to penis pumping and while
they are only temporary they can be scary at the time. If any of these do occur, then
you will need to stop pumping and take a break until you are completely healed.
Ruptured blood vessels are another risk of over-pumping. If this occurs it will cause
instant pain, bruising and swelling and it can affect your ability to get an erection for
weeks or months at a time. Another fairly common injury caused by too much pumping
is the “doughnut effect” and I am sure you can take a guess at what this might look
like from the name.
When you pump you draw blood into the penis but you also draw in lymphatic fluid.
This is something that occurs naturally in the body but when too much of it is drawn
into the head of the penis it can cause swelling that creates a doughnut look. While
this is usually harmless, and temporary, if it doesn’t go away by itself, you may need to
see a doctor. And of course, if it occurs, no pumping until it is completely healed!
While this might sound scary, it is all completely avoidable if you go slow and stick to
the recommended time per session.
All pumps have a valve that is used to release the pressure so you can remove
yourself easily from the cylinder. A quick release valve is one that works faster and
removes the pressure almost immediately.
So, if something is hurting or there is discoloration or swelling going on, you can
release the pressure fast and minimize any potential damage.
And, if you are already using medication for erectile difficulties then check in with your
doctor to make sure that penis pumping is safe for you.
Conclusion
Although this sounds like a lot of things to consider, you will find that many of these
precautions come naturally to you and you won’t need to give them a second thought
once you have a few goes under your belt. Follow these simple guidelines on how to
use a penis pump safely and enjoy healthy erections and a great sex life.
To read even more about penis pumps, hop on over to The Enhanced Male.
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2 Comments
Martin
APRIL 17, 2019
You say to get a pump with a when pressure gauge, but what pressure
should be used when pumping?
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Dave
APRIL 18, 2019
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