What Does a Cock Ring Do, Actually?

Cock rings are one of those sex toys that have gained an unfair reputation of being scary, intimidating and only something you need if you’re a kinky kind of person.

However, the reality is that they’re one of the most surprisingly diverse sex toys out there, are super easy to use, and can do a lot of good for all kinds of people!

In this guide, we’ll go through:

• What does a cock ring do?
• The benefits of cock rings
• The risks of cock rings
• Do cock rings actually work, and should you get one?

Don’t have time to read it all? Here are the key takeaways:

• Cock rings work by restricting blood flow away from the penis.
• While wearing a cock ring, you can feel harder, look bigger, get more stimulation, and stimulate your partner!
• You need to take some safety precautions, including using the right size ring and taking it off after 30 mins max.
• The benefits of cock rings can vary from person to person, as well as day to day.

What Does a Cock Ring Do?

Cock rings, or penis rings, as they’re sometimes known, are worn around the penis, usually at the base. There are a few other types of rings that go near the tip, around the glans, or others that go around the testicles.

The main way they work is by restricting blood from flowing away from the penis. The ring should be fairly tight to do this, otherwise the blood will just flow right past it.

With more blood trapped inside your erect penis, you might notice that it feels harder and looks slightly bigger and redder.

Cock Ring Benefits

So, why would you want to wear a cock ring and trap more blood in your penis? Well, there are several reasons!

• Harder Erections — With more blood in your erect penis, you’ll likely find that you feel much harder.
• Look Bigger — More blood in your boner can also give you a slight boost in the size department! Don’t expect a miracles, though.
• More Intense Sensations —
• Last Longer — By stopping so much blood from flowing away from the penis, you can maintain your erection for longer.
• Pleasing Your Partner — We’re not saying that you need a cock ring to satisfy your partner, just that a cock ring can help you provide extra stimulation! Vibrating cock rings can stimulate the clitoris or perineum during penetrative sex – a great solution for the many vulva-owners out there who can’t orgasm from penetrative sex alone. There are even some cock rings with a dildo attached for some spectacular double-penetration action!

Who Can Benefit From a Cock Ring?

The benefits of a penis ring can be felt on any penis-owner, regardless of size, girth or other factors.

That being said, penis rings can be a valuable aid if:

• You experience erectile dysfunction. One type of erectile dysfunction, for instance, is called ‘venous leakage’, which is a bit of a scary way to say that the tissues in the penis can fail to properly ‘lock in’ blood. A tight cock ring can help with this by preventing the blood from leaving the penis and maintaining the erection.

• You have performance anxiety. It can be hard to stay erect when you’re stressed or nervous, but using a cock ring can make it easier to stay hard, which can make you feel more at ease and ‘in the moment’, which, in turn, can make your erection even better! It’s a cycle of good things.

Cock Ring Risks

Of course, using a cock ring doesn’t come without some risks and precautions.

If you have a blood or nerve disorder, or take a blood-thinning medication, then it may not mix well with how cock rings work to restrict blood flow. If you’re in doubt, talk with your physician before popping one on.

There are also some important safety tips to keep in mind when using a penis ring:

• Make sure to use the right size ring. You can use our cock ring sizing guide to measure yourself.
• Never wear it for longer than 30 minutes.
• Use lube to prevent any friction between your cock and the ring.
• Clean your cock ring after every use. If it’s a single-use ring, dispose of it properly.

While you’re enjoying your c-ring, you (and your partner) should also keep an eye out for signs that your ring is too tight. These include:

• Abnormal swelling
• Numbness
• Pain
• Irritation
• Changes in color or temperature

If you notice any of these, you should quickly but gently remove your cock ring. It should return to normal afterward, but if it doesn’t (or you’re at all concerned), contact a medical professional.

So, Do Cock Rings Actually Work?

When you read about cock rings, you often see them paired with the phrase ‘results may vary’. There’s considerable debate as to whether cock rings actually do all the magical things they promise.

In reality, whether your cock ring works really depends on your body and the circumstances you’re in.

Some penis-owners respond better to penis rings than others, and you might not experience the same effects one day as another.

However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t give it a go! If you’re disappointed with the results, it might be that you need to experiment with placement, or try a different type of cock ring.

Keep in mind that, even if you don’t feel harder or bigger in your penis ring, it could still help your partner. A vibrating cock ring will still provide that all-important clit stimulation, just like a hands-free vibrator!