5 Toys that Could Fix Your or Your Man’s Impotence for Good
If you’re breathing, you’ve likely seen an ad for one of the many pills that treats erectile dysfunction. Cialis, Viagra, Levitra...the names alone may conjure images of smiling FOFs, walking hand-in-hand on the beach, or--oddly--sitting side-by-side in bathtubs in the middle of a field.
But what if pills alone are not enough to conquer your man’s issues with impotence? You may want to try a sex toy, according to Dr. Michael Werner, MD, a urologist and specialist in sexual dysfunction in Westchester, New York. “Well, we would actually call them . . . devices,” adds Dr. Werner, who typically prescribes gadgets such as penis pumps and rings in conjunction with pills, injections or other medical ED treatments. “Unfortunately, a lot of men don’t know that there are options beyond Viagra,” he explains. “They will try pills prescribed by their general doctors and when those don’t work, they throw in the towel.”
Erectile dysfunction--which is defined as the inability to achieve and sustain an erection--affects 30 million men in the United States, but, according to Dr. Werner, it is largely a treatable condition. And sex toys--or “devices”--can be a vital part of that treatment. “Besides helping men get erections that are good enough for penetration and ejaculation, these devices also can make their sex lives better and more interesting.”
Here are top toys for helping your man overcome ED.
- A vacuum-powered penis pump
It may look scary, but a penis pump can be your man’s--or your--first line of defense against ED. It works by creating a vacuum that actually draws blood into the shaft of the penis until it becomes erect. A retaining band, placed around the base of the penis, helps keeps it hard. Many men report that the pump actually adds length and girth to their usual erect size. “These work very well during sex,” says Dr. Werner. “Sometimes we advise men to use them alone--in the shower for example--to get the blood flowing and to get themselves more excited. Beware of novelty pumps that don’t have a release valve,” says Dr. Werner, “as they could cause injury.” Nasstoy’s Travel Pump has the power and the safety “release valve” found, but it’s $99.95, whereas doctor-prescribed pumps typically cost upwards of $500.
- Constriction bands
Constriction bands help men maximize erections and maintain them by holding the blood in the shaft off the penis. “There are very basic versions--simple bands of silicone--as well as more sophisticated ones with vibrators attached. The vibrators can help both you and your partner reach orgasm. We’ve had couples do fabulously with the fancier models,” says Dr. Werner.
The Colt Vibrating Cock Ring combines a constriction ring, a “bullet” vibrator to provide mega-stimulation for you and your partner.
- Vibrators
“Many men get treated for E.D. and are able to achieve an erection, but then have trouble ejaculating. Now that we have so many treatments for E.D., this is an increasing problem,” says Dr. Werner. “Vibrators stimulate the ejaculation reflex. If I were to put a man to sleep and then put a vibrator on his penis, he would actually ejaculate.”
The Lucas Dual Vibrating Penis Ring has 2 vibration points and 8 pulsing sensations powerful enough to help a man ejaculate.
- 3 Point Prostate Massager
The prostate is a walnut sized gland located a couple of inches inside the male body. It sits just behind the pubic bone in front of the anus. When sexually aroused, the prostate swells and if stimulated by touch, can produce incredible climaxes. In fact, it’s possible for a man to achieve orgasm just by prostate stimulation alone.
Whether you’re new to prostate play or looking to add to your collection, the 3 Point Prostate Massager is ergonomically designed to fit a man’s body, and uses vibrations to stimulate the P-Spot.
- Pulse III Solo
“This product can be used with an erect or flaccid penis, which immediately made me excited for those with erectile challenges.” – AskMen. With "wings" that partially wrap around the tip and shaft for direct stimulation, the world's first Guybrator™ works with (or without) stroking for explosive results. Ridges on the wings provide even more sensations.
Developed using the latest medical technology, the 3 Point Prostate Massager uses vibration, specifically oscillations, to stimulate the frenulum for more powerful and prolonged orgasms.