What is Cock Ring and Why Use It?

Cock ring, penis rings, and constriction devices. Three words which amount the same object. The term penis rings is a polite term, whereas constriction device is a term used more so in medical and research literature. Cock rings can be used for pleasure, decorative or rehabilitative purposes. This article focuses on the various uses of cock rings and explains some of the basics as an introduction. To understand the purposes and some of the enjoyment of cock rings we first look at the basic function of erections.

Erections – How Do Men Get Hard?

Erections begin in the brain through mental and or physical stimulation. This stimulation leads the brain to release chemicals which send messages to the penile blood vessels to relax allowing the two arteries to fill the corpus cavernosa. This builds a high pressure in the penis trapping the blood in the two corpus cavernosa resulting in an expansion of the penis and an erection. After the orgasm-ejaculation process, the brain sends messages to release chemicals which allow the blood to flow from the penis. This process can happen at any time, not just after orgasm-ejaculation. So cock rings, or penis rings, are used to assist in trapping blood in the penis and aiding erections.

Variations of the Cock Ring

There are two main types of penis rings. The penis shaft rings and genital rings. Each type of penis ring is slightly different. I discuss uses of penis rings further in the article.

1. Penis Shaft Penis Rings

Shaft rings are designed to be worn around the base of the penile shaft. A shaft ring is the basis for the term constriction device. Shaft rings, like all cock rings, help trap blood in the penis, enhancing and maintaining erections. Playful2Night’s cock rings have a selection of sizes. The medium and small diameter cock rings are suitable for as shaft rings.

2. Genital Package Cock Rings

Many cock rings are designed to go around the whole genital package. This style of cock ring can be metal, leather or silicone. The cock ring is sized based on the circumference of the distance around the penis and testicles. Penis rings which are used on the whole genital package can assist with erections. Other benefits are outlined further in the article. Examples of this style of cock ring can be seen at Playful2Night.

Uses and Benefits of Cock Rings

There are many benefits reported by users of penis rings. These include positioning of the testicles forward which produce a bigger looking package, as well increasing stimulation during sex for both partners. Others report, it’s about style or looks. It gives a sexy look. Others have suggested wearing a cock ring allows the flaccid penis to look bigger. Men have also found cock rings can assist in delaying orgasm-ejaculation as well as intensifying the orgasm. There is little research-based evidence available on the benefits of using cock rings.

1. Erectile Dysfunction

Penis rings can assist with erection maintenance. The cock ring, more so a shaft ring than a genital package ring, assists in trapping blood in the penis. Penis rings have been found to produce harder and more consistent erections. When working with men erection issues I advice using cock rings as an adjunct to psychosexual therapy.

2. Premature Ejaculation and Control

Some anecdotal evidence suggests penis rings can slow the ejaculatory process. In my practice, some men have reported a small success and others the penis rings did not aid at all. As part of therapy for rapid ejaculation, men use a series of exercises to increase sensation-tolerance in sex play.

3. Delayed Ejaculation & Re-Sensating the body

Using vibrations can assist to re-sensitise the penis and change sensation used to achieve orgasm for men with delayed ejaculation. A vibrating cock ring can be used in masturbation and in partner sex. I do want to stress that this is only part of therapy and will not fix the problem.