Rena Malik, MD Podcast Are Jelqing exercises SAFE to increase penile length?! A Urologist Explains | Does jelqing work? (YouTube Replay)
Oct 27, 2025
Discover the truth behind jelqing, a popular, yet dubious method for increasing penile size. The host explains how it works and highlights the lack of scientific support for its effectiveness. Risks abound, from numbness to erectile dysfunction, making it more dangerous than beneficial. Clinical cases reveal alarming links between jelqing and permanent penile injuries. Additionally, the podcast addresses other harmful masturbation practices. Tune in to learn if it's worth the hype or more trouble than it's worth!
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What Jelqing Is And The Claimed Mechanism
- Jelqing is milking the semi-erect penis with an OK grip from base to tip to stretch tissue.
- The claimed mechanism is microtears and scarring or increased blood flow to increase size, but evidence is lacking.
Avoid Jelqing Due To Risk Of Permanent Damage
- Avoid jelqing because it can cause permanent penile damage like numbness and vascular injury.
- Such injuries may lead to erectile dysfunction, bruising, skin irritation, and pain.
37 Men Presented With Jelqing-Related ED
- One study reported 37 men over 11 years presenting with erectile dysfunction after jelqing.
- Ultrasounds showed veno-occlusive dysfunction impairing normal penile vascular function.