Is Jelquing Safe? | Urologist discusses what jelqing is, whether it works, and whether it's safe

Summary

Dr. Eric, a urologic surgeon and men's health expert, explains jelqing, a penis-stretching exercise aimed at increasing penile length. Jelqing involves massaging the penis to create micro-tears in the tissue. However, unlike skeletal muscle, penile smooth muscle does not respond the same way. There is no scientific evidence supporting jelqing’s effectiveness, and it may lead to risks such as pain, bruising, skin irritation, and more severe issues like Peyronie’s disease or erectile dysfunction. As a result, urologists do not recommend jelqing due to its potential for harm without proven benefits.

Takeaways

• 🧑‍⚕️ Dr. Eric is a urologic surgeon and men's health expert discussing jelqing.
• 📏 Jelqing is a penis-stretching exercise aimed at increasing penile length by massaging and stretching the penile tissue.
• 💧 The process involves using lubrication and applying pressure from the base to the head of the penis while avoiding full erections and pain.
• 🏋️‍♂️ Jelqing believers compare it to weightlifting, assuming that creating micro-tears will result in growth similar to muscle tissue.
• ❌ However, penile muscle is smooth muscle, not skeletal muscle, and does not respond to stress in the same way.
• 🔬 Currently, there are no scientific studies supporting jelqing's effectiveness in increasing penis size.
• ⚠️ Minor risks of jelqing include pain, soreness, bruising, and skin irritation.
• 🚨 Serious injuries from jelqing can lead to Peyronie's disease, which causes scarring and curvature of the penis, increasing the risk of erectile dysfunction.
• 🛑 Urologists do not recommend jelqing due to the high risk of injury and the lack of proven benefits.
• 🔔 Dr. Eric advises viewers to subscribe for more health videos and to leave any questions in the comments.

Q & A

What is jelqing?

Jelqing is a penis stretching exercise that men perform in hopes of increasing penile length by creating micro tears in the tissue.

How is jelqing performed?

Jelqing is performed by massaging the penis, applying lubrication, and using the fingers to stretch the penis from the base to the head, while applying light and consistent pressure.

What are the common steps involved in jelqing?

Start with an almost but not completely erect penis, apply lubrication, form an 'okay' sign with your fingers around the base, and move your fingers towards the head while applying light pressure. The exercise is typically repeated for 5 to 20 minutes, but should stop if pain occurs or the penis becomes fully erect.

What is the main belief behind jelqing?

Proponents of jelqing believe that the exercise increases penile size by creating micro tears, similar to how weight lifting creates micro tears in skeletal muscle to increase size.

Is there scientific evidence supporting jelqing?

No, there are currently no scientific studies that support jelqing as a legitimate way to increase penile length.

What are the potential risks of jelqing?

Risks include pain, soreness, bruising, skin irritation, and more serious injuries like Peyronie's disease and erectile dysfunction.

What is Peyronie’s disease, and how can it be related to jelqing?

Peyronie's disease is a condition caused by scarring of the penile tissue, which can lead to a bend in the penis during erection. It can occur as a result of jelqing injuries.

Why do urologists not recommend jelqing?

Urologists do not recommend jelqing due to the lack of evidence supporting its effectiveness and the significant risk of injury.

How does smooth muscle in the penis differ from skeletal muscle?

The smooth muscle in the penis does not respond to stress in the same way that skeletal muscle, such as arm muscles, does. Therefore, creating micro tears in penile tissue does not lead to increased size as it does in skeletal muscle.

What is the bottom line regarding jelqing according to urologists?

The bottom line is that jelqing cannot be recommended as a legitimate technique to improve penile length due to its risks and the lack of scientific evidence supporting its benefits.