Could Jelqing be the key to a penis enlargement?
In the realm of men's health and enhancement, one topic that continues to spark debate is penis enlargement. One method that has gained popularity over the years is jelqing, a manual exercise that involves massaging or stroking the penis. However, scientific evidence does not support the effectiveness of jelqing for penis enlargement, and medical experts generally consider it ineffective and potentially harmful.
The name "jelqing" is derived from the Persian word jalq, which means masturbation. The method is said to create tiny tissue tears that supposedly heal and grow new tissue, akin to muscle growth in skeletal muscles. However, the penis consists mostly of smooth muscle and spongy tissue—not skeletal muscle—so it does not respond to training or microtears the way skeletal muscle does.
Medical reviews conclude that penis size changes during arousal occur due to blood flow and smooth muscle relaxation, not from muscle growth or tissue tearing that jelqing aims to induce. There is a lack of high-quality scientific studies supporting jelqing; most available evidence is anecdotal or from user testimonials online, with no controlled clinical trials demonstrating real size increases.
Despite the lack of scientific backing, jelqing remains popular on various internet platforms and social media, with communities centered around the practice sharing techniques and anecdotal results. These groups tend to be niche but vocal, contributing to the persistence of jelqing in online men's health and enhancement discussions. However, they are generally not backed by scientific bodies or medical professionals.
One individual who has ventured into the world of jelqing is Caleb Anthony, a 25-year-old dispensary worker in California. Caleb, who has been insecure about his penis size since adolescence due to factors such as his weight, height, and skin color, began researching penis enlargement methods online. He found Hink, a penis-enlargement content creator on YouTube, through online recommendations and began asking questions on Hink's livestreams.
Caleb started following Hink's Enlargement Course, which is available on the website Peak Male Physique for $100. The course includes stretching exercises and the use of a penis pump, which Caleb incorporates into his daily routine. In the 10 months since, Caleb claims to have grown his penis from six to seven inches in length.
Caleb keeps a monthly log of his progress in his Notes app and feels like he is part of a community through Hink's livestream chats and Discord. He feels his overall confidence has increased due to following Hink's Enlargement Course.
However, it is important to note that the scientific consensus does not support Caleb's claim of growth. Jelqing carries risks such as tissue damage, scarring, pain, bruising, and erectile dysfunction, especially when done improperly or excessively. Other non-surgical methods (pills, lotions) lack effectiveness, while traction devices may help only minorly and with consistent long-term use but do not increase girth or length significantly. Surgical options like implants and augmentation procedures are currently the only medically recognized ways to permanently increase size or girth.
In the end, the question of whether size matters is a complex one, with different answers for different individuals. While methods like jelqing may provide temporary boosts in confidence for some, it is crucial to prioritise health and safety when considering any form of penis enlargement.
References:
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[3] Healthline. (2020). Jelqing: What Is It and Does It Work? https://www.healthline.com/health/mens-health/jelqing
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