As part of the complex treatment of inflammatory diseases of the prostate gland, special devices are often used - urological massagers of the prostate. They have a positive effect on the organ, prevent the worsening of chronic prostatitis and increase potency. The main advantage of such devices is the ability to use them independently at home. There are different types of devices, and their use is limited by some contraindications.
What is prostate massage and why is it necessary?
The urological prostate massager is a physiotherapeutic device used for local massage of the prostate gland for therapeutic purposes. The product is made of special materials for medical purposes and has an elongated shape. It is used in home conditions and is a good alternative to digital massage of the prostate, which is performed in the clinic by a urologist.
Prostate massage at home does not reduce the effectiveness of this procedure. On the contrary, performing the manipulation at home helps to relax the patient, eliminating the feeling of stiffness and discomfort.
The therapeutic effect is achieved through direct stimulation of the diseased organ and is manifested:
- normalization of the flow of prostatic secretions at the time of ejaculation;
- elimination of overload in the pelvic organs;
- cleaning of prostate ducts;
- improving the penetration of drugs deep into the gland;
- Increased blood circulation and normalization of metabolism;
- restoration of damaged tissues;
- disappearance of tissue swelling;
- reduction of inflammation;
- increased tone of the prostate gland;
- removal of pus from the organ during purulent inflammation;
- eliminating the signs of erectile dysfunction.
Indications and contraindications
The prostate massage device should be used only on the recommendation of the attending physician.
Indications for the procedure are:
- Chronic prostatitis is in remission.
- Congestive prostatitis is a non-infectious inflammation due to congestion in the pelvis.
- Erectile dysfunction, manifested by premature ejaculation, loss of sensation during orgasm and decreased potency.
- Impaired ability to reproduce, associated with poor sperm motility, increased sperm viscosity and other factors.
- The initial stage of BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia).
The use of prostate stimulants is prohibited in the following cases:
- Acute prostatitis or exacerbation of chronic prostatitis. In this case, prostate massage can lead to organ damage and the spread of the inflammatory process. Even one procedure can provoke complications in the form of: vesiculitis - inflammation of the seminal vesicles; orchiepidymitis - inflammation of the testicle and its appendages; purulent prostatitis.
- Tumor of the gland.In the case of oncology, any physiotherapeutic procedure is contraindicated.Otherwise, nutrition improves and the growth of tumor cells increases, which can lead to the spread of the malignant process in neighboring tissues and organs.
- Aggravation of hemorrhoids. Physical impact on the rectum can cause bleeding from varicose veins.
- Anal fissure. The impact of the device on a crack can cause an increase in its size, increased pain and bleeding.
- Stones (calcifications) in the prostate gland. Performing a massage will inevitably lead to organ tissue damage, which is dangerous for the development of purulent stone prostatitis.
- Tuberculosis of the prostate. In this case, the massage procedure will provoke the spread of the infectious process.
- Diarrhea (stool disorder). Massage will increase the number of urges to defecate due to the irritating effect of the device on the rectum.
- Urogenital herpes.
- Genital condylomas of the anus.
In case of BPH, prostate massage is performed with extreme care. This is due to the ability of some forms of the disease to degenerate into a malignant tumor during physiotherapeutic treatment. Before using the massager, you should donate blood for PSA (prostate-specific antigen), the normal value of which is 0–4 ng/ml. The borderline and high figures of this indicator are grounds for categorical rejection of the procedures.
The main types
There are many different brands and forms of prostate massage devices, but they all fall into two groups:
- Internal or invasive - affects the prostate gland by entering the rectum.
- External or non-invasive - touch the prostate through the perineal area.
The most effective devices are considered invasive massagers, which affect the affected organ in different ways:
Thermal . Through a local increase in temperature, blood circulation in the prostate gland improves. This helps eliminate congestion in the organ, reduces swelling and relieves pain.Vibrating . The vibration helps increase the tone of the glandular tissue and release the channels blocked by the contents, resulting in a decrease in inflammation.Magnetic . It ensures restoration of damaged prostate tissue, eliminates pain and pain during urination, dilutes prostate secretions and reduces its volume.
Another positive quality of invasive devices is the increase in power and the person gets pleasant sensations from the procedure.
Invasive prostate stimulators include electric massagers. The principle of operation of such devices is to affect the gland through special electrodes. The actual force during the procedure is adjusted by the doctor based on the patient's feelings. All a man feels is a slight discomfort in the pelvic area. Massage can be performed in two ways:
- One of the electrodes is inserted into the patient's urethra and the second is fixed in the tail area.
- One electrode is attached to the pubic area, and the second is inserted into the rectum.
Non-invasive devices are less effective than direct massagers. Most often they are used for prophylactic purposes. With their help, a small amount of stagnant fluid is removed. The principle of operation of such devices is to activate the gland by stimulating the pubococcygeus muscle.
The best models
The simplest models of manual invasive massagers work as a vibrator, that is, they are equipped with only a vibration function. The most expensive devices combine several impact methods: magnetic, thermal and vibration.
The best non-invasive prostate massager is a device that has a gentle massaging effect on the pubococcygeus muscle, thereby activating the prostate gland and relieving it of congestion.
Recommendations for use
Prostate massage using invasive massagers has several rules:
- Colon cleansing before the procedure. If you are constipated, you can seek help from laxatives or micro enemas.
- Hygiene of the anus and genitals to avoid the entry of pathogenic microflora into the mucosa.
- Bladder filling. One hour before prostate stimulation, you should drink 0. 5-1 liter of water. Massage with a full bladder is more effective.
- Using a condom (to protect the device) and lubricant (to make it easier to insert the device into the rectum). The lubricant must be water-based, as silicone or an oil solution can damage the integrity of the condom and damage the massager. In addition, such lubricants often cause allergies.
- Comfortable body position. The best position for prostate massage is lying on the left side, with the legs bent at the knees and pressed against the stomach. This provides ease during the procedure and facilitates comfortable insertion of the tip.
- Insert the device to a depth of about five centimeters.
- The first procedure takes no more than five minutes. Then - up to eight minutes.
- Device processing. After each procedure, it is necessary to wipe the device with a disinfectant solution or alcohol.
- Bladder emptying. If ejaculation does not occur during the massage, then you should urinate immediately after the procedure. Prostate secretions and pathogenic microorganisms are excreted together with urine.
Non-invasive devices are easy to use and do not require any preparation for manipulation. It is enough to correctly place the device in the perineal area and wait until the procedure is completed.
During treatment, you should not give up sexual life if there is no discomfort or pain. Regular ejaculation improves the drainage of the prostate gland.
In married couples, the wife can help her husband to massage the prostate. This will not only be more suitable for a man, but will also diversify your sex life.
How to choose?
For ease of use and to achieve the maximum therapeutic effect, it is necessary to consider some rules for choosing a device.
| criterion | Selection rule |
| Purpose | Special urological prostate massagers are very effective, not "toys" bought in a sex shop |
| Multifunctionality | It is better to give preference to devices that have a complex effect (thermal, vibrating and magnetic) on the gland. |
| PRODUCER | The best countries that produce prostate massagers are France, Germany and the USA. Chinese products are of low quality and do not meet medical standards |
| material | High-quality models are made of hypoallergenic materials such as medical plastic, latex, silicone, cyberskin |
| forms | The product must have an anatomical shape |
| Diameter | Thin devices with a diameter of about two centimeters are considered the most suitable. |
| Modes of operation | It is better if the device is equipped with several modes of operation |
If you have difficulty making a decision about choosing a device, you can ask a doctor for help. He will tell you which massager is needed, taking into account the patient's state of health and individual characteristics.
Most representatives of the male population, due to natural shyness, try to avoid medical massage of the prostate. For their convenience, special devices have been created for home use, which can be purchased at a pharmacy or ordered from an online store.