Vibrating Cock Rings
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Cock rings are simple yet effective products that can enhance sexual pleasure for both partners. Also known as love rings, constriction rings and penis rings, these sensual accessories are a great piece of kit for sex toy beginners and connoisseurs alike.
How do vibrating cock rings work?
Cock rings sit at the base of the penis, although some cock rings such as the Rocks Off Zen also have a ring that fits over the testicles too. This restricts the blood flow to the penis, which results in a larger, harder erection and can help to prolong ejaculation.
Vibrating cock rings have a motor, typically found on the top of the ring, that sends scintillating sensations through out the entirety of the toy to stimulate the penis in enticing new ways. The motor is usually designed in a way that can stimulate the clitoris during penetrative intercourse, and as 70% of vulva owners need clitoral stimulation to achieve an orgasm, this can help to enhance sexual sensations while leaving your hands free to explore each other’s bodies in different ways.
If they are designed well, the vibrating cock ring can always be worn upside down, so that the motor is underneath the penis rather than on top. This allows for clitoral stimulation to be achieved in different sexual positions, or will offer stimulation to the perineum and anus. The Atom Plus is designed to be worn around the penis and testicles offering dual stimulation as it has two motors and is great for sexual pleasure and can help those with erectile issues too.
Not strictly a cock ring, the Doppio 2 is similar in design and can be worn around the penis to offer sexual stimulation to both partners, in addition to nipple, clitoral, perineal and vaginal stimulation. It also comes with a remote so you can let your partner take charge, if you’re brave enough.
How long can I wear a vibrating cock ring for?
It’s safe to use a cock ring for anything up to half an hour; wearing a cock ring for more than thirty minutes is extremely dangerous, as it can damage the capillaries and cause bruising.
What’s more, it’s important to ensure that the cock ring isn’t overly tight; while cock rings do enhance the size of the penis, the cock ring should be removed if there is excessive swelling or you experience pain, discomfort or cold sensations.
This may all sound a little overwhelming and scary, but fear not! Many cock rings are designed intelligently and are made with very stretchy silicone to accommodate for larger penis sizes. The Mio from Je Joue is great for larger gentleman, or can be worn over the penis and scrotum simultaneously to enhance pleasure sensations. The Mio also has fabulously fluttering, rumbling vibrations for both you and your partner to enjoy.
If during penetrative sex the vibrations become too intense for your female partner, remove or turn off the motor. After all, sex is meant to be fun and feel good for both partners!
Are there any medical issues that prevent me from using a cock ring?
If you suffer from a blood clotting disorder, have nerve damage or are on any medications that cause blood thinning, we recommend avoiding using a cock ring, vibrating or non-vibrating. Similarly, do not use a cock ring if you have peripheral vascular disease (PAD), a condition that causes a buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries. PAD is also known as peripheral vascular disease (PVD).
Cock rings, however, are a good toy to use if you are suffering from symptoms of erectile dysfunction (ED). Many people use a penis pump to achieve an erection first, and then wear the cock ring to help maintain their erection. Seeing your penis becoming erect can be a beneficial to overcoming symptoms of ED, as it can help to shed some of the stress that ED can cause.
Common features of vibrating cock rings
Vibrating cock rings with in-built motors, such as the Mio are usually rechargeable products. Some vibrating cock rings, such as the Screaming O Combo, are designed with a mini sleeve where a vibrating bullet is inserted instead.
Rechargeable cock rings usually come with a mains charger or a USB charging cable so you can charge the product in a laptop or USB port on your computer. You can also plug the cable into a mains charger for electronic devices such as your mobile phone.
Most vibrating cock rings are controlled with + and – buttons, with a separate control that cycles you through the various intensities and pulse patterns. Vibrating cock rings that are powered by a bullet have one button that cycles you through the different settings.
The vibrating cock rings mentioned in this article are all 100% waterproof, but make sure you double check on the instructions and specifications.