Patient Voices
Stories from patients, in their own words.
After Prostate Cancer: Grief, Love, and an Unexpected Second Chance
Larry, 70
“In 2013, a routine PSA test quietly divided my life into two chapters: before and after. My numbers were higher than normal. Not alarming enough for immediate surgery, but high enough to begin what doctors call active surveillance. For the next few years, I lived between appointments — blood tests, biopsies, waiting rooms. Waiting became part of the rhythm of life. Eventually, the decision was clear: my prostate needed to be removed. At the time, the emotional weight of that decision didn’t land the way it might for other men. I was caring for my disabled wife. Intimacy had long since been replaced by caregiving. My role was husband, nurse, advocate. Sexual function felt like a distant concern. Survival and stability were what mattered.”
Still Standing, Still Loving
Don, 83
“Your products have been life-changing for me. I am a Vietnam combat veteran, who suffered prolonged exposure to Agent Orange, and unfortunately thereby contracted prostate cancer. My VA urologist prescribed your Osborn Manual Aid product, a product I used with great satisfaction for years, and replaced and resupplied as needed”
“I am older now, but staying fit and vigorous, with enduring love for my wife. Your products have also continued to “soldier on,” continuing to generate intimacy and romance for my wife and me. I will next be ordering a new top-of the line PTV Automatic 3000 kit. We look forward to years of continued intimacy, with gratitude to Timm for its wonderful products and supplies!”
From Embarrassment to Freedom
Nic, 53
“After years of struggling with ED and the resulting toll it took on my relationship, I finally spoke to my urologist, who referred me to Timm Medical. I ended up purchasing the Osbon Esteem Automatic, and it was immediately a game changer. This device helped restore the intimacy we both longed for, allowing us to finally move past the obstacles holding us back. We use it together, and we are both filled with gratitude that it exists.”
“Since then, we’ve experimented with different rings from Timm Medical and are equally pleased. At first, I was embarrassed by my condition and hesitant to discuss it. I feared that using a device would be disruptive, but now it gives us the freedom to both plan intimacy and be spontaneous with great results.
I take it with me when I travel, and our vacations have been much more fun because of it! For anyone reading this who is embarrassed by their condition (don’t be) or thinks these devices aren’t for them, I strongly encourage you to reconsider. I never realized how much emotional weight I was carrying until that stress was finally lifted.”
Not the End of the World
Ed, 74
“I have been using it as part of the prescribed penis rehabilitation protocol for nearly a year. We also use it with compression rings for intimacy. My wife, fortunately, is patient and loving, and has a bit of a sense of humor about it. With use of a constriction ring, I feel like “the old me.” I am very grateful for this device!”
Sixty Years of Love, and Still Going
Ernest, 81
“I am 81 years old and diabetic, have been having trouble with ED since 2001. For six years I tried the pills with minimal results. In 2007 a urologist introduced me to the Timm Esteem system with rings and a mechanical handpump.”
“My wife, the love of my life for sixty years, soon learned ways to help me with preparation and, as part of our forepay, she helps me prepare to use the pump. At a time when many couples have given up on an active sex life, we are enjoying the best sex we have had in decades. At our age orgasms are hard to get for me but because of the rings I can maintain an erection and contact for as long as twenty minutes while we continue playing together. A hint for the men; if you can maintain contact while playing with her you can elevate her enjoyment immensely.”
Done With Pills. Finally Predictable.
Kaveh, 74
“I’m 74 years old and manage high blood pressure and cholesterol successfully. For years I used Viagra (100 mg). It worked, but it took nearly two hours to be effective, and over time the results became weaker. I found myself increasing the dose to 130 mg and became concerned about the cardiovascular risks.”
“That’s when I looked for a non-drug alternative and chose the Timm Medical vacuum device after careful research and a recommendation from a friend.
I’ve now used it weekly for over a year.
The results are consistent and reliable. I get a full erection in about three minutes. It lasts comfortably for up to 20 minutes (within the recommended limit). No waiting. No systemic side effects. No guessing whether it will work.
Most importantly, the predictability restored my confidence and brought back a satisfying sex life for both my partner and me.
For men managing health conditions who are concerned about escalating ED medications, this technology is a practical and effective solution.”
All Is Not Lost
Tom, 63
“I’ve been using the Osbon Esteem automatic with the Osbon EZ Ring or the tension rings. I have diabetes and take many meds but this device has changed my life! I can’t get an erection at all without this device, but now I can get a firm erection that can satisfy my desires (and hers).”
“The EZ Ring is simple to use and works great. They do stretch out over time and need to be replaced, but I watch for sales and buy four at a time to save money. The tension rings work great also and don’t seem to stretch out over time. The difference is that the tension rings require they be slid off the end of the device when you are fully erect whereas the EZ Ring fits over the end of the device and you just vacuum your buddy right into the cylinder and the EZ ring sits at the base of the shaft. Don’t be afraid to try a vacuum therapy device because you will be amazed at how great of an erection you can get! All is not lost…”
