SEXUAL HEALTH IN MEN · PEYRONIE
Do penile extenders or vacuum pumps really help in the treatment of Peyronie's disease?
By Dr. Alexandre Miranda, MD, PhD
Urologist with expertise in Andrology · CRM-RJ 52.72103-4 · RQE 13152
Doctor from UERJ, with research on Peyronie's disease.
Questions and answers · Content by Dr. Alexandre Miranda
- Penile Extender (Traction Therapy)
The penile extender has the strongest scientific evidence for the treatment of curvature. Studies show that when used correctly:
- About 77% of the patients show some degree of improvement in the curvature.
- Approximately one-third (1/3) can achieve more expressive results.
However, it is important to manage expectations: about 24% of the patients show no improvement, even with proper use.
- Vacuum Pump
Vacuum pumps have much weaker evidence for curvature correction. Most studies show only a slight or insignificant improvement, and there is no solid evidence that their use alone reduces deformity.
ConclusionExtenders (traction therapy) can be useful in selected cases. The vacuum pump has a very limited role for this purpose and should not be used as a treatment for curvature alone.
Read also the Complete guide on Peyronie's disease.
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Dr. Alexandre Miranda · CRM-RJ 52.72103-4 · RQE 13152
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