Traction device queries

[sidraven]

Hi

I am new to these boards, I am 32 and have recently been diagnosed with peyronies. Having seen a specialist a couple of times I have been questioning the use of traction to accompany the oral medications I am taking (the ones recommended by this forum). The specialist was not keen due to the lifestyle restrictions with supposedly "limited if any positive results". Regardless of this and having had the specialist confirm that no damage could be caused by the devices use I thought why not give it a go!! However he advised it would be impossible to wear with a suit which I have to wear for work. Can anyone please shed an light on this?

The particular model I was looking to procure was the Jes Extender.

Thanks in advance

Si

[bucfan]

Hello Si, I have been using the US Physiomed for the past 7 months for ~2 hours each day. I also went through 4 rounds of Xiaflex. Your doctor is correct, you cannot wear a suit with a traction device on. You also cannot wear jeans with the device. You cannot effectively walk around or bend down with the device on either. I wear mine in the evening after work when I am settling down for the night to read or watch a game or a movie. You really need to lie on your back for best results. I have worn it while working from my home office at times (wearing sweats or shorts). The device takes up a lot of room and needs to extend quite a bit...if you walk too much or bend down, it will likely slip off.  

[Jimbruski]

Sidraven,

Take the time to work through the posts under traction devices.  The Phallosan Forte (sp) sounds like it can be worn with pants.  Have a look at that one.  Also in the posts there is a video of a rod type traction device which is demonstrated being worn with pants.

I use the rod type and I just wear it in the evenings with sweat pants and really don't have any trouble with it.  I feel like I get a comfortable stretch with no pain. I can generally get in 6 hours  every evening.

Anyhow have a look at the posts and good luck,

Jimbruski

[Jonbinspain]

Sidraven;

Re traction. There is a danger of damage from the more usual rod & noose type of traction device. Never wear one for more than 2 hours at a time. These types of devices do restrict blood flow to the penis head. Always remove the device for at least half an hour to restore blood flow to the penis head.

Studies have shown that a minimum of 4 hours use daily is needed to produce results.  

[sidraven]

Many thanks for your advice, I appreciate it; I will continue to research in the forums before purchasing a traction device.

On a side note do you believe 4 hours a day 5 to 6 days a week will be sufficient for any improvement; I understand this is not a definitive science and impossible to answer with certainty, I am simply trying to find a way to work the use of a traction in my daily routine but only if there's a chance it will work.

Thanks again

[Jonbinspain]

Yes, it should be used every day, if possible.

As you say, it's not exact science. Some say 4 hours min, others as much as 6. In reality, try toget in as many hours as you can.

The only current device that can be safely worn for longer periods is the Phallosan.  

[skunkworks]

I use the spring loaded type with a noose. These devices have a lot of studies supporting the fact that they can have a substantial beneficial effect for Peyronie's sufferers.

However, they are not comfortable and it is difficult to get the required hours in. I have had zero success trying to wear it while doing anything other than sitting at my desk in my home office. Luckily I work from home so I do get the hours in and it has been very successful for me. Much harder for someone working in a populated office 8-10 hours a day.

I hesitate to recommend Phallosan as there are no studies backing it and I have not personally tried it. That said, if you aren't going to be able to  do the 3+ hours of spring loaded traction required, it might be better to take a punt with Phallosan if it will help you log more hours.

[QuackAttack]

Since I have both a Sizegenetics and a Phallosan, I'll weigh in on the difference. With the SG, you definitely feel more constriction than the PF, although you do feel the stretch the stretch is very different. With the PF you never have the feeling of the gland being choked out. With the SG, I think the comfort band is a waist of time because it slips to easily. The silicon noose does a very good job holding the gland but cuts off the blood if too tight and worn too long. I took some neoprene from a beer jacket and had my wife sew it around the noose which added a lot of comfort. My noose tore and I am waiting for the replacement nooses I bought from some place on the Internet. Once I get my new nooses, my plan is to wear the SG for about two hours in the AM (1 on the drive to work and 1 before most people get in the office) and two hours before bed. Then I plan to wear the PF to bed and on the weekends. My goal is to get 10+ hours a day in.

[sidraven]

Hello everyone.

I'm back after my researching!! Thanks for the latest information; given my current work arrangements and lifestyle its going to be very difficult for me to wear a spring loaded traction device therefore I think I will go for the Phallosan Forte. I have read the boards here and there appears to be no definitive answer for the best device to use as I guess every situation is unique. My peyronies symptoms are towards the base on the left side as a result my penis curves horizontally to the left, I assume Phallosan Forte will aid this. The symptoms are erratic sometimes the area burns for a day then for a good 10-14 days I feel nothing. Things do not appear to have gotten worst from when I first noticed the problem a month ago. Final question do you believe it is wise to wait to see how the problem develops or should I start using the Phallosan Forte immediately? I ask due to a slight concern that more damage could be done by using the Phallosan Forte.

Thanks again for your help, I live alone and have no one I can really talk to about this for advice or support.

Si

[Jimbruski]

sidraven,

Since you have only just noticed this and it is getting worse, my feeling is to get with a uro trained in dealing with Peyronies.  An ultrasound is a must at this stage so that you will know exactly what you are dealing with.  You are in the acute phase of Peyronies so again, my feeling is that traction would certainly not hurt but instead will likely help by stretching the plaque area before it becomes chronic.

Jimbruski