3 Reasons To Use a Penis Pump

**This post is sponsored by Xersizer.

Penis pumps are valuable tools that can help men to improve their sexual well-being. In fact, research has shown that these devices have the potential to enhance men’s sex lives in multiple ways. In this post, we’ll discuss the history of penis pumps, how they work, and three scientifically-backed reasons why you might consider using one.

The History of the Penis Pump

Penis pumps have a surprisingly long history. In fact, we can trace their origin back nearly 150 years! The first known reference to vacuum therapy for the penis can be found in a book written by physician Dr. John King back in 1874 [1]. Although he never used the term “penis pump,” he conceived the theory behind how such a device would operate.

However, it wasn’t until the 1970s that these devices really took off. It was around this time that a man by the name of Geddings Osborn (an automotive business dealer) launched his own pump called the “Youth Equivalent Device” [1]. Using his mechanical knowledge from having worked on tires, he revolutionized the penis pump and brought it to market.

Initially, it was met with skepticism and some deemed it to be “pornographic.” However, in the years that followed, researchers started studying the applications and benefits of pumps, and they soon became widely known and accepted in the medical field. By the early 1990s (prior to the invention of Viagra), penis pumps actually became the most-prescribed method of treatment for erectile dysfunction [1].

Since then, pumps have continued to evolve and they have become more accessible to the public (initially, they were available by prescription only).

How Penis Pumps Work

Modern-day penis pumps come in several different varieties, but they all work in the same general way: they serve to increase blood flow to the penis through vacuum pressure, thereby creating an erection.

When it comes to choosing a specific pump, consider a hydropump like the Xersizer. Hydropumps offer some advantages over traditional air-based pumps in terms of being more comfortable and easier to use.

With the Xersizer, you can incorporate it into your regular bathing routine. Simply fill the device with water, insert your flaccid penis, and then press against the body a few times to create a vacuum. Within a matter of seconds, an erection will occur. It’s as simple as that!

After 3 minutes, remove the device and massage the penis, allowing it to return to its flaccid state. Then repeat all of the previous steps up to two more times to. To maximize benefits, follow this process a few times per week.

Reasons To Use a Penis Pump

There are multiple reasons someone might consider using a penis pump.

First, these devices can help you to preserve your size. As men age, they often feel as though their penises have shrunk. This can be the result of various health conditions, coupled with the fact that the penis just doesn’t fill with blood as easily and fully as it used to. Pumps can help to counteract this by promoting healthy blood flow, thereby helping you to maintain your size and reduce shrinkage. For example, following prostate surgery, many men notice a gradual shortening of the penis. However, studies have found that patients who use pumps regularly are able to preserve their prior length and girth afterwards [2].

Second, pumps can help in dealing with erectile difficulties. Research has found that penis pumps are a safe and effective solution for ED, with clinical success rates as high as 90% [3]. However, pumps are not just for men who have chronic ED. For situational or occasional erectile issues, pumps can also be an attractive solution because they’re non-invasive and can effectively create an erection on demand.

Third, penis pumps can your boost your confidence in the bedroom. In fact, studies have found that regular usage of penis pumps is linked to an increase in self-esteem [4]. By allowing you to get an erection when you want one and helping you to maximize your size, they can change your whole outlook.

Want To Learn More About Penis Pumps?

For more tips on how to use a pump and answers to common questions people have about them, check out episode 300 of the Sex and Psychology Podcast.

And if you want to get your hands on a pump of your own, check out the Xersizer.

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References:

[1] Hoyland, K., Vasdev, N., & Adshead, J. (2013). The use of vacuum erection devices in erectile dysfunction after radical prostatectomy. Reviews in Urology, 15(2), 67.

[2] Pahlajani, G., Raina, R., Jones, S., Ali, M., & Zippe, C. (2012). Vacuum erection devices revisited: its emerging role in the treatment of erectile dysfunction and early penile rehabilitation following prostate cancer therapy. The Journal of Sexual Medicine, 9(4), 1182-1189.

[3] Lewis, R. W., & Witherington, R. (1997). External vacuum therapy for erectile dysfunction: use and results. World journal of urology, 15, 78-82.

[4] Turner, L. A., Althof, S. E., Levine, S. B., Tobias, T. R., Kursh, E. D., Bodner, D., & Resnick, M. I. (1990). Treating erectile dysfunction with external vacuum devices: impact upon sexual, psychological and marital functioning. The Journal of urology, 144(1), 79-82.