All About Penis Rings

The penis ring helps men maintain a longer-term, more durable erection. Placed at the base of the penis (sometimes around the scrotum, also), penis rings serve to maintain an erection by squeezing the blood vessels, keeping blood that flows to the penis during arousal in the shaft. 

Because of what they do to maintain blood in the penis, cock rings are very useful for men with erectile dysfunction, especially in tandem with drugs. Let’s find out more about these handy little helpers and learn how to use a penis ring!

The Mechanics of an Erection

Male arousal causes blood from the heart to head straight for the penis. But blood flow doesn’t work alone. Muscles and hormones help to start the process of an erection. Blood then floods the penis’s spongey tissue, provoking it to become full and hard. 

Men with diabetes, arteriosclerosis (clogged arteries), depression and other mental health issues, or trauma to the pelvic region may have difficulty getting and keeping an erection. Any illness that interferes with blood flow may be the cause of ED, and physical maladies are most commonly at fault.

Medication in concert with the use of a penis ring is an effective strategy to work around ED. Frequently prescribed is Prostaglandin E-1, which is used as a urethral suppository. What research has discovered is that 60% of men with ED are able to maintain an erection with this dual cock ring/drug strategy.

How to Use a Penis Ring

Always use lube with your penis ring. And make sure you’re getting the right fit by measuring the circumference of your erect penis. Your cock ring’s diameter should be slightly less than that measurement.

What cock rings are made from determines the type of lube you should use. Silicone is a skin-safe material that’s always a good bet for sex toys and should be used with a silicone or an organic-based, natural lube.

Understand the many materials the penis ring manifests in and the features some have, including vibration for clitoral stimulation! Here are what some of the cock ring options are:

• Stretch: Usually made from silicone (the gummy variety is to be avoided) these are inexpensive but not adjustable, so take care with the diameter you choose.
• Adjustable: The adjustable penis ring allows you to fit it to the shaft of your penis snugly.
• Vibrating: The vibration is primarily for the pleasure of your partner (especially clitoral pleasure).
• Custom: You’ll find many purveyors of finely-tailored cock rings online. But perhaps avoid some of the more outlandish ones for the sake of your partner!

Once you’ve found a perfect penis ring, learning how to use it is part of the fun! You may find your perfect fit in an adjustable model but eventually, a custom-fitted erection booster may be just the ticket! Whatever you choose, you’ll find that the penis ring is a happy addition to your sexual antics and your sexual health!

What Are the Possible Dangers of Cock Rings?

As much fun as you may be having while wearing your cock ring, it’s not recommended that you wear it for more than 30 minutes. If you have any discomfort during use, it’s advisable to remove it immediately.

And like all sex toys and accessories, you need to keep that puppy clean. Like all the other goodies you roll out for playtime, bacteria needs to be eliminated to prevent infection. Use a sex toy-specific cleaning spray or wipe, then air dry. Always store it in a clean, dry place to prevent contact with contaminants.

Masturbating with a Penis Ring

At Top Drawer Toys, we believe that masturbation is the doorway to sexual health. A strong and thorough knowledge of your own body and its sexual triggers makes you a better lover. That’s because self-love builds confidence. And men are discovering what incredible gifts masturbation with a cock ring offers!

Keep that lube close at hand while discovering what cock rings are capable of in your solo play. While your erection is maintained by pressure, you’ll enter a whole new world of masturbatory enjoyment. And once you’ve got the ecstatic hang of it, you can layer on other toys, like a butt plug or dildo, or the revolutionary Box Rocker from Top Drawer Toys. 

Dispensing features-rich, on-demand pleasure, you set the pace, with this customizable pleasure ally! How to use a penis ring well is with a steadfast wingman at your command! Discover your new best friend – Box Rocker.