How to Straighten a Curved Penis
with a Traction Device
Now largely associated with penis enlargement, traction devices can actually be used successfully to treat Peyronie's disease. Don't let the PE factor put you off. The devices are used within the health sector to stop shrinkage of the penis after surgery as well as to correct penile curvature. In Europe they are classed as medical devices.
Clinical studies have shown that most men will derive at least some benefit from using a traction device to help straighten their penis. Even men with well established Peyronie's can see improvement in their condition. A recent trial showed an improvement range from between 10 to 45 degrees. You may not gain a completely straight penis but most men will accept some curvature as long as they can retain or regain their sex life.
Traction devices work by gently forcing the Peyronie plaques to expand instead of retract. The greater the elongation of the scar tissue the greater the reduction in the curvature as the plaque will become more pliable as it begins to break down. At the same time the tissues of the penis shaft will also expand leading to some enlargement. This is of particular benefit to those Peyronie sufferers who have developed shortening of the penis due to their condition.
Using a Traction Device
Traction devices are suitable for both stable and unstable Peyronie's disease. If however your condition is still unstable and you also have pain you should wait until either the condition has stabilised or the pain has gone before using the device.
The spring-loaded cradle like contraption is worn during the day. The optimum amount of time is 6 to 8 hours a day, but you may have to gradually work up to this. Two hours a day is thought to be the least amount of time you should wear it. The device is small and reasonably discrete but you should avoid close fitting pants or trousers. As for urinating while wearing the traction device, some men can and some men have to remove it.
It would be great if the device could be worn at night but unfortunately it can't due to nocturnal tumescence (night erections). Erections and traction devices are a painful mix!
You should start to see signs of improvement after a month but it'll take 4 to 6 months to determine how effective it's been.
There are cheap traction devices out there. These are best avoided as they are meant purely for penis enlargement and are not built with comfort in mind and are also of a flimsier construction. To treat Peyronie's disease you need to use the device on a preferably daily basis which you won't do if the device is uncomfortable to wear.
Who Should Use Them
If you're in the early stages of Peyronie's with mild curvature there is little need for a traction device. If the condition continues to develop you may want to consider using one to prevent the Peyronie's getting worse rather than wait to see if it will reverse on its own.
If your Peyronie's is established using a traction device is a proven way to help many men. It is safe to use and if it fails to correct the condition adequately and you need to opt for surgery the device can still be used to ensure that the penis remains straight after the operation.