How to Use a Cock Ring

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What is a cock ring, exactly, and how does it work? Libida.com answers your questions about this unusual but powerful sex toy.

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  • Beginner's Tips
  • Putting on a Cock Ring
  • Advanced Tips
  • Use with a Partner

How To Use a Cock Ring

How to Use a Cock Ring

Where to Start

We recommend beginners start with an Adjustable Cock Ring. That way you can choose how you'd like to wear it, and get the perfect fit easily.

The Fit of a Cock Ring:

Most cock rings go over both the penis and scrotum (there are a few models designed to go over the penis, or scrotum only).
For the best fit for your cock ring you can measure around the base of the penis (including the scrotum) when the penis is flaccid (not erect). The correct fit means the cock ring will not fall off when soft. 
 

How to Put a Cock Ring On:

You may feel like you have just uncovered the first Rubik’s cube for the penis. Over, under, in between…the best way to approach this is to make it a game.  Most cock rings go at the base of the penis, behind the scrotum. Some men like it only around the penis, some like it around both the penis and scrotum. Other cock rings strap in between each testicles. Experimentation is the key. Put your balls through the ring first, one at a time. Then put the flaccid (or semi-erect) penis through and adjust the ring so it fits comfortably at the base. If you are using an adjustable cock ring, gradually adjust to a snug (but not tight) tension as the penis gets erect.

 

Cock Ring Tips:

1. Trim hair around the penis and balls to avoid stray hairs getting snagged in the ring. It’s easier to slip the ring over the penis (and balls) before there is a full erection.
2. If you are having difficulty ejaculating with a cock ring on, use an quick-release design and remove when you feel yourself close to orgasm.
3. If you can't get a cock ring off, the biggest thing to remember is don't panic!.
Lubricant will help to get out of a sticky situation. If this doesn’t work apply ice. This should help to bring down an erection. If you are still struggling, cut the ring off with blunt (safety) scissors and as a last resort, get to the emergency room.

For the Advanced Cock Ring User

When you are used to the sensation you can graduate to a less flexible material. Experiment with different types of pressure with cock rings that have a wider strap to stretch the scrotum, and straps that separate each individual testicle. Or try a vibrating cock ring like the Wireless Ring of Passion to add something extra.

Cock Rings -- with a Partner

Both he and she can benefit from vibrating cock rings. He gets a ring that wrap around the penis to restrict blood flow out of the penis keeping it hard and sensitive, and she gets a vibrator that sits on top of the ring, inside a pouch, to vibrate against the clitoris during intercourse.

Length of time to use a cock ring:

30 min is the recommend time to you use a cock ring. With adequate experience they can be worn for longer periods -- even hours.

The rule is: wear it for as long as it feels comfortable. If it is too tight or left on to long you will experience tenderness, bruising or loss of sensation. Warning: If you experience any of these symptoms, remove the ring immediately and see a physician. Do not use at all if you have diabetes or circulation/vascular diseases. And remember cock rings are not a solution to serious erection problems.