The Jelq

The jelqing technique is a set of exercises that involve stretching the penis to increase its size. Some say that jelqing can also improve erectile function.

How it works

    Tissue stretching

    Repetitive stretching of the penis may cause tissue expansion and cellular growth.

    Improved blood flow

    Stretching the penis may increase blood circulation, which can improve oxygenation and nutrient delivery.

    Cellular adaptation

    Regular jelqing may lead to tissue remodeling and cellular adaptation, which could gradually increase the size of the penis.

How to do it

    Some recommend doing jelqing exercises for 5 to 20 minutes a day.

You should stop jelqing if you experience pain, discomfort, itchiness, bruising, discoloration, red spots, numbness, tingling, or vein rupture.

Results

    Some people report seeing results after 1 to 2 months, with increases of up to 0.5 cm.

    Others say that prolonged use may lead to increases of up to 2 or 3 cm.

Because jelqing isn’t a proven way to lengthen the penis, there aren’t any science-based methods of doing it. The techniques that do exist mainly come from websites and internet forums and are unproven.

Jelqing techniques

In the jelqing technique that’s often promoted online, you:

    Start with your penis almost (but not fully) erect.

    Apply a lubricant like unscented lotion or Vaseline to your penis.

    Wrap your index finger and thumb in a circle around the base of your penis until the two fingers touch. Tighten the circle just enough to put pressure on your penis.

    Then repeatedly slide your fingers from the base up to the head, pulling with pressure to stretch your penis.

    Jelq for 5 to 20 minutes at a time each day.

Stop jelqing right away if you feel any pain or your penis gets erect.