Everything you need to know about Jelqing

Jelqing is a penis stretching exercise. It involves massaging the tissues of the penis, stretching the skin to create “micro-tears” that look engorged when they heal. This supposedly makes your penis look longer or thicker. But does it really make a difference? Here's what you need to know.

What's the point?

The purpose of jelqing is to enlarge the penis. But most of the “evidence” for jelqing is anecdotal. No research exists on how successful this practice is (or not). According to some of the more dubious claims, consistent jelqing can help:

⦁ increase penis girth when flaccid and erect
⦁ increase the length of the penis when it is flaccid and erect
⦁ make erections last longer

Does it really work?

The short answer? Perhaps. There's not enough science or research to say for sure. Here is a brief overview of some science that suggests what is possible with similar (but more rigorous) stretching techniques when using traction devices:

A 2011 study found that using traction devices can increase penis length by up to an inch if used at least 9 hours a day for 3 months. 

A 2011 review of the penile lengthening literature found that traction devices produced results comparable to surgery, recommending traction devices as a first-line treatment. 

A 2013 review of studies done on traction devices only found that traction devices were effective in treating penis deformities, not making the penis longer or thicker. 

A 2016 report found no significant effects of traction devices on penis length or girth, noting that more larger studies are needed. 

Are there any side effects to consider?

Jelqing is quite safe as long as you are not squeezing your penis too hard, too often or too aggressively. Being too aggressive can tear the tissue or cause damage to the ligaments that connect the penis to the pelvis. In the worst cases, this type of damage can permanently affect your ability to get an erection. Other potential side effects include:

⦁ bruises on the penis
⦁ pain along the axis
⦁ skin irritation from friction
⦁ scar tissue resulting from rubbing too hard
⦁ erectile dysfunction (ED)

What precautions can you take to minimize side effects?

If you're still interested in trying it, taking a few precautions can help you reduce the likelihood of pain, discomfort, or damage to your penis:

Lubricates your penis

Use something to make your penis wet and slippery so you don't create too much friction or friction between your hand and your penis. Regular Vaseline will do, but you can also use a mild, unscented lotion, baby oil, or any other edible oil like olive oil or coconut oil if you're in trouble.

Don't get too straight

Instead, go about two-thirds of the way there. The key to jelqing is to gently massage and move blood through the tissues. If you are fully erect, blood is already pumping through the spongy tissue of the penis at full throttle, and the tissue is completely filled with blood.

And some other tips for jelqing and any other stretching exercises you try:

⦁ Stop if exercise is painful or uncomfortable.
⦁ Sit or lean against a table or wall while you do these.
⦁ Do not do these exercises more than twice a day at most, so as not to injure yourself.
⦁ Talk to your doctor if you plan to do these exercises for longer periods every day, do them more often, or do them long term.

How ​​to do this?

Okay, so let's teach you how to do the massage:

Place your index finger and thumb in an O shape, like the “ok” hand sign. Place the O-shaped gesture at the base of your penis. Decrease the O until you put light pressure on the shaft of the penis. Slowly move your finger and thumb towards the head of the penis until you reach the tip. Reduce the pressure if you feel pain. Loosen the grip on the tip. It should take about 3-5 seconds from base to tip. Repeat this once a day for about 20 minutes.

Here are some tips if you want to change your technique:

Experiment with claws, such as tweezers. To do this, place your thumb under the shaft, your index finger on top of the shaft and gently squeeze with both facing downwards (as if you were trying to pinch something).

Try it without lubricant. Using lube is a good safety precaution, but you can ignore it if you think it's making you super erect or overstimulating your nerve endings. Just be careful not to irritate your skin.

How ​​long should you continue this practice to see results?

How quickly you see results probably depends on how consistently you jelq and what your individual technique is. It's not clear from any existing research how long it usually takes to see results from jelqing or other stretching exercises.

At what point should you stop and look for other options?

You should stop the practice if you experience any of the following during or after a jelqing session:

⦁ pain or discomfort
⦁ itch
⦁ bruising or discoloration
⦁ red spots on the shaft of the penis
⦁ numbness or tingling
⦁ vein rupture

What else can you try?

Here are some other options – some with a little more research and success behind them – to help make your penis longer, harder or more erect:

penile pump

For this technique, you place your penis in a long tube filled with air and a pump mechanism sucks in all the air. This causes blood to enter your penis and give you an erection. When you are erect, you place a clamp at the base of your penis to keep it hard (for up to 30 minutes) while you have sex or masturbate.

Traction device

These are meant to stretch your penis over time. To use one, you insert your penis into one end of the device, attach this end to your penis and the other end to your pelvic area, and pull the device so that the penis is stretched. Then leave it stretched (not enough to cause pain or discomfort) for about 4 to 6 hours a day for a few months.

When should you see a doctor or other healthcare professional?

Consult your doctor if you are not seeing any results after a few months or are simply not satisfied with your erections. Here are some things to keep in mind before seeking medical or surgical treatment:

⦁ The average length of an erect penis is 5 to 7 inches. If you're in that range, you may be underestimating the actual length of your penis.
⦁ Mental or emotional stress can affect your ability to stand or not stand erect. Your doctor may recommend consulting a sexual health counselor or therapist if there is nothing physiologically wrong with your penis.
⦁ Having a bent penis or pain when erect can be a sign of Peyronie's disease (PD). It results from scar tissue on the penis. It can be successfully treated with some of the same procedures used for penis lengthening and thickening.

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