Any indication that stretching or penile traction could worsen an existing curvature?

[tp1391]

29 here - I have a left-facing lateral curve when erect (approx 15-20 degrees) - unsure whether it's congenital or acquired, possibly combination of both.

Having done a bit of reading on recent science, it seems that there is a possibility that penile traction therapy can remedy some curvature in the case of Peyronie's patients. I do not have a plaque that I'm aware of, and have not been diagnosed with Peyronie's.

What I'm wondering is whether giving penile traction & manual stretching a try could potentially worsen the curve if it's congenital.

Thanks in advance for any input.

[DickerSchwanz]

as long as you dont overdo and create any state of inflammation that is creating scar tissue.. no, contrary, it might lessen, especially if you stretch against the curve.

[tp1391]

Thanks for your response. I've been doing some light stretching routinely now to begin things and have increasingly been considering getting a reputable extender, but want to feel better informed before pulling the trigger on one.

[DickerSchwanz]

The cheapest metal type spring type noose type extender can work if you have some diy skills . Otherwise some of the more comfortable but higher priced might do it..

[not2big]

I believe the extender manufacturers claim extenders help reduce curvature. You mentioned you read about extenders helping with Peyronies. I recall seeing a segment of the Doctors tv show in which one of the docs made such a claim. Accordingly, if an extender can be used to reverse a Peyronies curve, I see no reason why it would not work on a “natural” curve.

[tp1391]

That was my initial logic when I first started looking into this - why wouldn't traction also benefit congenital curvature?

However, it seems that from a medical perspective, traction is not often seen as a viable solution for congenital curves:

https://www.mypeyronies.com/peyronie...curvature.html

This counters information found on the Restorex website regarding congenital curvature:

"Many physicians believe a traction therapy device like RestoreX can treat congenital deformities. PathRight Medical, however, cannot recommend the use of RestoreX since no clinical study has been performed for use in this group of patients. We recommend contacting your physician to discuss the benefits of traction therapy for this indication."

Hard to know what to believe, but I'm skeptical of the claim from the company trying to sell an OTC product.

[not2big]

The medical profession also discredits length gains by means of PE exercises yet many members here can prove otherwise.

[Pegasus]

So no one has tried to produce proof in the manner mainstream medical requires ;which by the way is expensive.

A lot of penis stuff is like that.

[Jon329]

I have a traction device for this reason and I have to say don’t play with the springs. I don’t know why but I stretched one and didn’t realize what I had done one side had more tension then other and in turn increased my curve luckily I’ve replaced and upgraded my extender.


hopefully I should see a change in the curve in 3-6 months. I believe I will because even with all the errors I made I still gained 1 inch I wish I didn’t mess with the spring the gains could of been better otherwise.

I definitely recommend spending the money for a evenly loaded springs on either side. I found the quick extender pro to be very comfortable and I did get results. Definitely visit ultimate borrito he has great gains and informative experience with extenders.

[Big Al]

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