Frequently Asked Questions
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How it Works
Yes. Vacuum Erection Devices are 90% effective in creating an erection.
The timm medical Vacuum Therapy Systems are external medical devices used for the purpose of providing arterial (oxygen-rich) blood to the penis for penile rehabilitation following a prostatectomy or to create an erection for intercourse. To maintain the erection for intercourse, a man will need to use a tension ring, included in all timm medical vacuum therapy systems.
Most Osbon ErecAid & PosTVac systems come with a warranty and/or return policy.
No, Medicare stopped covering Vacuum Therapy Systems in 2015.
Please call 1.800.438.8592 to speak a support representative.
Health Related
Yes. There are several medical studies that prove that a vacuum therapy system may work very well when other treatments have failed.
A natural side effect of using a VED frequently over a period of time, a man may experience an increase in girth and often a restoration of natural length during the course of therapy.
Yes to both. You will be able to climax and if you are able to ejaculate this will most likely occur after you remove the tension ring.
If you unable to obtain or maintain an erection suitable for intercourse, you may have some level of Erectile Dysfunction (ED).
We recommend using the device daily for 10-15 minutes. The objective is to create an erection, hold the erection for a few seconds, release the pressure and repeat the process. Please refer to your physician on how long they recommend you use the device.
It has recently been recognized that non-use penile atrophy can lead to shrinkage of the penile tissues and reduction in penile circulation. Daily use of a vacuum therapy system may duplicate the benefits of nocturnal erections, reverse penile shrinkage, recondition the penile vascular system and promote the return of healthy erectile function.
Yes, combined PDE-5 & VED therapy is recommend as a first line therapy as post-surgical therapy.
Ask your doctor about using Vacuum Therapy if you are taking anti-coagulants or blood-thinning medications. If you have a penile implant; or if you have Peyronies disease, leukemia or other blood disorders where bleeding or clotting may be a problem.
Medical Concerns
Age alone does not cause ED. Normal erectile function can be affected by problems with any of the following systems: blood flow, nerve supply, hormones. Organic causes are usually the result of an underlying medical condition affecting the blood vessels or nerves supplying the penis. Numerous medications can also cause changes to erectile function.
There are many physical causes of ED. Based on a publication from Dr. Stephen W. Leslie, MD, his findings in Impotence break down the top causes of ED in our country:
- Vascular Disease 40%
- Arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries)
- High blood pressure (arterial blockages)
- Venous Leakage (excessive drainage of blood from the penis)
- Diabetes Mellitus 30%
- Impotence following radical surgery 13%
- Spinal cord injury and other traumas 08%
- Other Endocrine (Pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal gland) problems. 06%
- Multiple sclerosis .03%
Common Problems
Likely Cause: This is a normal response to the reduced blood flow caused by the tension ring(s).
Remedy: Wrap your penis in a warm washcloth for several minutes.
Likely Cause: Pumping too fast; over pumping.
Remedy: Pump slower, longer pause in between pumps.
Consult your doctor if this problem continues past the first few practice sessions.
Likely Cause: Long periods without sex; infection or swelling of the prostate gland.
Remedy: Continue to use System.
Problem usually stops as you continue to use the system; if pain or discomfort continues, see your doctor.
Likely Cause: The tension ring is too small.
Remedy: Use a larger tension ring. Please refer to your system User Guide Tension Ring sizing section or call Customer Care 1.800.438.8592 for assistance.
Likely Cause: Pumping too fast.
Remedy: Pump Slower, longer pause in between pumps.
Likely Cause: Lubricant on scrotum; improper pumping technique; inexperience with system.
Remedy: Remove lubricant from scrotum; refer to your system User Guide Tension Ring sizing section or call Customer Care 1.800.438.8592 for assistance; continue with practice sessions; try changing the position of the cylinder, by angling it downward while pumping. Issue may disappear as you become more acclimated with the system. If not, there are accessories available to avoid scrotal tissue pull. The Scrotal Shield and the EZ Tension Rings as viable options.
Likely Cause: Rings not providing enough tension.
Remedy: Due to date or ring purchase, the tension may have lost its elasticity and need to be replaced. If the ring is not old, then you need to consider a smaller tension ring. Please refer to your system User Guide Tension Ring sizing section or call Customer Care 1.800.438.8592 for assistance.
Likely Cause: Vacuum lost because of air leak; poor seal; not enough lubricant; tension ring is too large.
Remedy: Be certain the vacuum seal is sufficient and seal isn’t impacted during the ring transfer process; may need to trim pubic hair; increase the amount of lubricant; decrease size of tension ring. Please refer to your system User Guide Tension Ring sizing section or call Customer Care 1.800.438.8592 for assistance.
Technical Questions
No, there should be no pain with use of the system. Men report feeling an internal sensation during use.
- Apply a small amount of lubricant in front of the ring and on the penis.
- Place first two fingers on the inside of the loops and pull slightly outward, away from the penis. Hold for at least 10 seconds or until the penis loses some firmness.
- Slowly pull the ring forward and off the penis.
- Removal of rings should be one at a time and lying on ones back makes ring removal easier.
It is recommended to replace every 3-6 months depending on how often you use them.
Timm Medical is committed to service excellence. We offer:
- Live phone or ZOOM product support counseling
- Step by step user guide & patient tools included with each system
- Patients can call 1.800.438.8592 for support and assistance
Yes, Timm Medical Personal Lubricant is safe for both men and woman.
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