When a man is looking for new ways to pleasure himself, he may choose to try certain things that do not exactly lead to good penis care. Two of the most common masturbation techniques a man may experiment with include the “death grip” and dry rubbing, neither of which bodes well for the good health of a man’s penis skin. But there is no doubt that in the heat of the moment, each of these techniques can be quite enjoyable. So what is the problem with trying them from time to time?
Why dry rubbing is a problem
Dry rubbing is exactly what it sounds like: rubbing the penis without any lubricant. Although many men produce natural lubrication during masturbation, many men will wipe it off to maintain the friction of a dry rubbing technique. Unfortunately, this is one of the worst things a man can do to the skin of his penis!
When a man rubs himself dry, he is irritating the nerve endings of the penis. These highly sensitive nerve endings can respond in a way that seems pleasant at first, but that pleasure can mask the damage that occurs with each hit. In addition to the pain, redness, and small micro-tears that result from dry rubbing, stroking can cause deeper problems on the inside, such as minor trauma to the penile tissue or even the blood vessels that supply the penis.
The result of such small trauma to the penile tissue can be a build-up of scar tissue, eventually leading to something known as Peyronie’s disease – an abnormal curvature of the penis that can interfere with sexual activity. Another problem could be erectile dysfunction as a result of minor damage to blood vessels, over and over again, over a long period of time.
But the most common problem with dry rubbing is damage to nerve endings. As the skin of the penis is roughly manipulated, a kind of “callus” will naturally form, much like the numbness of a person’s feet or hands. This prevents the delicate skin from further trauma. Callous skin means there will be less penis sensation, which can make every act of sex much less enjoyable. Dry rubbing is not worth losing penis sensitivity!
Why the death grip should be avoided
Another problem is the “death grip”. This occurs when a man grasps the penis so firmly that it causes pain, decreased blood flow, and much more intense friction, which in turn can cause the same problems as dry rubbing. Death grab can occur with or without lubricant; Sometimes the lubricant will give a man a sense of security by holding his penis so tightly, but the lubricant will not actually prevent damage from the intense pressure.
Keep in mind that the death grip can cause even more problems than dry rubbing, especially when it comes to scar tissue buildup. A man can easily create many micro-tears, which can lead to internal damage that a man cannot immediately see, but will eventually feel the consequences. Instead of taking chances, a man should always use a loose grip when masturbating and use lubricant to help keep things smooth and moving as they should be.
After a good masturbation session, a man can pamper the skin of his penis with a healthy dose of penis health crème (Health professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven to be gentle and safe for the skin). Look for a cream that contains L-carnitine, which protects against peripheral nerve damage caused by rough handling, as well as L-arginine for better blood vessel health. The skin of the penis can benefit greatly from the daily use of shea butter and vitamin E, two ingredients that ensure hydration and make a man’s favorite tool feel soft and supple.