Many men around the world experience erectile dysfunction and they try to found ways to correct this problem. Prescription vacuum is one of the devices that help men acquire and maintain an erection. In case medications of erectile dysfunctions cannot solve the problem and that surgery represents a poor choice then a prescription vacuum device is the right one to use. Additionally this device can also be an effective tool for men who suffer from sexual difficulty due to prostate surgery mentioned by the MayoClinic.com. According to the American Cancer Society, the prescription vacuum devices have a success rate of 50 to 70 percent. But how does this device works? Well for everybody to know vacuum devices work through pulling blood into the penis which can result to swelling. At times, through obtaining a prescription for the vacuum device, it can be possible that the device fits to your needs and that it also meets safety standards as being well said by MayoClinic.com.
About a Vacuum Device
A vacuum pump is also called penis pump or a vacuum constriction device. It is usually used for correcting erectile dysfunction and it is consists of a plastic tube that will fit into the penis wherein a hand or battery-powered pump is attached to the tube and a band that fits around the base of the penis once it is erect. This is called a constriction ring.
Effects of a Vacuum Device
The use of a vacuum device cannot totally cure an erectile dysfunction although it can lead to an erection that is firm enough for a sexual intercourse. For a better result use this device in combination with other treatments like erectile dysfunction medications.
Steps of Using the Vacuum Device
- Make sure to read thoroughly the directions as well as the warnings regarding the use of the vacuum device model specifically prescribed to you. Take note that each vacuum device has different ways of operation.
- At first, you have to place the band or the tension ring at the open end of the vacuum device.
- Position the plastic tubing of the vacuum device over the penis.
- In order to create a vacuum inside the tube and so that it pulls blood into the penis, a hand pump or an electric pump is used depending on the model.
- When an erection is achieved, slip a rubber constriction ring around the base of the penis. This assists you in maintaining an erection by keeping the blood inside the penis.
- The erection can lasts for a sexual activity, so you can then remove the vacuum device.
Reminders:
Practice the use of the device to be fully aware of using it the right way. After you become fully aware of using it you will become proficient. It only takes 2-3 minutes to get an erection as noted by MayoClinic.com. According to the American Cancer Society, you can use the vacuum device either before initiating sex or after sexual foreplay. Never ever leave the band or tension ring on the penis for more than 30 minutes because cutting off blood flow for so long can injure the penis.