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Penis “Traction” Devices: How They Work

Posted by isabel on December 10th, 2007 under Men's Health, Men's Sexual Enhancement

The “traction device” category of penis enlargement has been the focus of more and more publicity recently, leading some to wonder if this is a new, untested idea. The truth is, the traction technique has its roots in ancient tribal customs, cultural and spiritual practices and even modern-day medical methods for rebuilding tissue in surgical patients. The idea has been around for centuries. What’s new is the availability of safe, effective, medically developed devices for home use — and now the idea behind them is well-tested and documented, with a long history of dramatic results.

Most people are familiar with some of the more extreme examples of traction, such as the use by African tribal peoples and Amazonian indigenous tribes of lip disks, ear disks or neck rings to stretch these body parts to almost unbelievable size or length. Think National Geographic or the Discovery channel: you’ve surely seen photos of the amazing enlargement capability of the human body. Many native people have used traction to increase the size of the penis, too: the Sadhus holy men of India, Peruvian Cholomecs and Papua Indians of New Guinea who ritually employ penis stretching to lengths of up to 22 inches! There are numerous other cultural examples of this type of penis elongation.

Today, traction is the medical term for carefully calibrated, continuous pressure applied to help with healing after surgery, injury, trauma or burns. Simply put, it means stressing tissues by stretching, and then allowing the body to rebuild itself naturally. Examples are mastectomy patients, who require expansion of the skin and muscle in the chest prior to
reconstructive surgery; burn patients, who can create their own skin grafts by means of traction which “stretches” or enlarges an area of tissue prior to transplant; and penis enlargement surgery patients, who employ traction to help heal, strengthen and straighten the penis.

The stretching opens up spaces between cells, and triggers a growth or healing response in the body, in which adjacent cells begin to divide and fill in the space. With continued use, the growth can number in the millions of new cells, significantly adding size and tissue to the area.

That, essentially, is the idea behind traction devices for penis enlargement. In one popular and well-documented device — designed by an urologist and created by a medical company in Denmark — traction is applied by means of adjustable, calibrated bars between an anatomically curved base that fits comfortably at the root of the penis, and a surgical-grade band that slips over the glans (head) of the penis. As the penis lengthens, the traction and distance can be adjusted. This device is meant to be discreetly worn under the clothes and/or during sleep. Marketed under the name ProExtenderâ„¢, the device can be obtained from your medical practitioner or online at www.proextender.com.

Penis enlargement traction devices do work. Medical studies and many medical applications of the traction device show that real, permanent growth can occur in both length and girth, measurable in inches. These devices are far from being a “quick fix,” however; the device must be used properly (full instructions should accompany any device you’re considering purchasing) and over a period of time to give the body ample opportunity to grow and build new tissue. Advertisements that tout “instant” gains or “miracle” overnight growth are unrealistic and unreliable, and very likely, unsafe.

Obviously, men who are interested in gaining penis size should also be mindful of their overall health and safety. The choice of a medically developed device is highly recommended, and strict adherence to instructions is a must. Any questions or concerns should be directed to your medical practitioner. Ultimately, the success of the traction device depends on the user’s conscientious and dedicated use of the program as directed. With the proper commitment, genuine penis enlargement can be yours. If you are having difficulties finding the right product, we stand behind ProExtenderâ„¢ for quality, effectiveness, and customer service.

Provacyl Helps Relieve Symptoms of Andropause

Posted by jake on November 14th, 2007 under Men's Health

While it’s true that everyone ages, some are hit harder than others. Every aspect of their body and mind may be affected, from their sex drive to their mental alertness. They may be suffering from andropause, like millions of men around the world, without even knowing it.

Nicknamed “the male menopause,” andropause is the male’s answer to female menopause. While men are able to reproduce much later in life than most women, they undergo many physical and mental changes as their body ages. But unlike women, not all men experience andropause; Men experience a steady testosterone decline, at a 10% loss every decade starting at thirty, but some feel the affects more strongly than others.

Testosterone is responsible for far more than just sex drive, which is the first thing many think of when this steroid hormone is mentioned. It’s more than just your libido that’s affected; in fact, there’s little of your mind and body that isn’t touched by a decrease in testosterone. When you think of how much testosterone is responsible for, it’s little wonder that its absence is missed.

While doctors and medical researchers have been aware of this condition and its symptoms since as early as the 1940s, until recently there has not been a way to successfully diagnose andropause. A blood test can determine testosterone levels. It’s important to note though that every man is different in how much testosterone they need to function at their best. Blood tests also doesn’t measure how much of that testosterone is available; Sex Hormone Binding Globulin, or SHBG, increases as we age, which attaches itself to hormones like testosterone. This inhibits the testorone from functioning like it should. While bioavailble or non-free testosterone testing is available, it’s only done by certain labs. This means, how you feel is important is the most important diagnosis.

You may suffer from andropause if you have experienced some of these symptoms:

  • Difficulty sleeping
  • Lack of Energy
  • Sexual Dysfunction/ Low Libido
  • Depression/ Anxiety
  • Irritability
  • Weight Gain
  • Excessive Sweating
  • Hair Loss

The most significant symptom of andropause, and the condition that have many men taking notice that something is wrong, is erectile dysfunction. Often they will address this problem through prescription medication, rather than addressing the problem in its entirety, living with the other negatives symptoms.

Many of the symptoms of andropause men have simply taken to mean as signs of aging. While it’s true that aging is often accompanied by these symptoms, it’s a matter of severity.

While some men in extreme circumstances undergo hormone replacement therapy, that’s a fairly drastic step. Consider the alternative. You can increase your testosterone levels, naturally. While we all know that diet and exercise, combined with good sleep and lowering stress, is the key to great health for men and women alike, it also boosts testosterone production.

Provacyl can also help. It’s a blend of natural testosterone boosters available in pill form that is especially designed for men, to reach their full potential. Using both natural ingredients and supplements, Provacyl covers all your bases, from sexual dysfunction to mental alertness. You don’t need a prescription, and there have been no reported side effects.

Provacyl takes the mess out of figuring out which plants in what amounts, and contains only the highest quality ingredients. Muira Puama increases libido and virility, and ginkgo biloba helps augment memory. These are just two of eight plants found in Provacyl. Meanwhile, Luteinizing Hormone, or LH, synthesizes and releases testosterone in the body, and Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) changes into sex hormones.

Solving Low Male Libido

Posted by jake on November 13th, 2007 under Men's Health

As men age, many suffer a decrease in sex drive. This isn’t as natural as you’d think; in a study conducted by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), men still on average feel as much sexual desire as they did in their middle age. There’s more at play here than simply getting older.

So, find out why you’re just not up for it like you used to be. There are many factors that could be to blame, both physical and emotional. Most cases of low libido are mental rather than physical. Stress is the number one cause behind a low libido - while sex is a great way to get your mind off of things, you’ve got to be ready for it in the first place. Any other negative feelings, like guilt or depression, can also be at work.

Once you’ve exhausted all of those possibilities and you’ve determined that your dip in sexual desire isn’t emotional, then it’s on to consider physical causes. A profound decrease in testosterone may be to blame.

As men age, they lose 10% of testosterone a decade. Many men lose more than this, resulting in a male form of menopause. Millions of men are going through this right now without even realizing it. They’re so convinced that they’re just experiencing growing older. But feeling tired and out of sorts is not necessarily a universal experience when you’re in your forties or fifties. There are men out there who are still in great shape through their golden years - then why should you twenty years younger feel like an old man?

There are so many other ways that your body is affected by a dip in testosterone, such as a decrease in bone density, an increase in body fat, and balding, but it’s really what it does to a man’s sexual health that he really starts to take notice. Depression is a symptom of andropause, and while this in itself affects your sexual desire, it also affects every aspect of your life.

There’s no need for you to live at half-mast. Life doesn’t stop when you’re 40, or 50, or 60. So get yourself in order and feel like you did in your thirties. You have the power to change your body around, by engaging in regular exercise and healthy eating. Men going through a mid-life crisis has become a cliché, but we’re hoping that you take your middle years as an opportunity to take care of yourself. Too many men let their health slide in their youth, relying on a good metabolism. Now it’s time to pay it back.

Try Provacyl to enhance your testosterone. Unlike medications meant to increase libido and sexual function, Provacyl has no side effects and you don’t need a prescription. It’s also meant to give your whole body a boost, promoting testosterone production, stimulating growth hormone, and improving blood flow and oxidization. Provacyl is also packed with aphrodisiacs that have been used for hundreds, or some even thousands, of years. So while you enjoy a greater sex life, your body gets a new start.