Erotic Electrostimulation

Erotic Electrostimulation Guide

Erotic electrostimulation uses electrical currents to stimulate sexually and is fast becoming a popular way to enjoy sexual pleasure. Learn what it is all about, common myths, consumer alerts and warnings, research and studies regarding health benefits, tips for using estim devices as well as safety concerns, and more.

What Is Erotic Electrostimulation?

Erotic electrostimulation uses a low-voltage electrical current for sexual stimulation and is the next level in sexual stimulation. It is also known as electro sex, estim, electro-stim, electrical stimulation, and EES. Erotic electrostimulation is when electrodes are placed on the desired sexual areas, thus, creating a circuit of electrical impulses which travels along nerve fibers. This provides both pleasure and releases endorphins. Experts agree that using such devices is safe, but only if proper equipment is used and instructions are followed to ensure that the device is appropriately used. Such devices can cause harm if directions are not followed.

While many people think of this as simply using the sensation of electrical shocks to stimulate sexually, it is much different than one may imagine. Electrostimulation has long been used to improve muscle health, pain reduction, cosmetic skin improvements, and nerve regeneration.

How Does Erotic Electrostimulation Work?

The fundamental way to describe using an electrostimulation device is that a power box is typically connected to wires (leads) that connect to electrodes. These electrodes may be pads but may also include dildos, clitoral electrodes, labia, G-spot stimulators, butt plugs, prostate probes, testicle rings, penis rings, CBT boards, urethral probes (sounds), and other penile stimulators.

What Does Erotic Electrostimulation Feel Like?

What the sensations feel like depends on what power level you are using and the types of electrodes you use, but it can feel as gentle as a light tingling sensation to a heavy throbbing with muscle contractions using higher intensities. While nothing can compare to sex with a real lover, the use of erotic electrostimulation has been compared with some of the most sexually stimulating sensations available.

Those who use it on their penis typically describe it as someone stroking their penis both inside and outside simultaneously. When combined with testicle stimulation, it becomes even more intense and pleasurable, from tingling to a deep throbbing stroking.

The same applies when using a vaginal probe or stimulating the clitoris. In addition, because of the muscle contractions that the estim device provides, many find that it acts as a Kegel exerciser and strengthens the pelvic floor muscles to help create a tighter vaginal canal and provide stronger orgasms.

Beyond consumers, professionals who use electrostimulation are doctors, physical therapists, and chiropractors, and acupuncturists. In acupuncture, there is a key sexual stimulation point called spleen 6 (located approximately 3 inches above the inner ankle), which is a good point to stimulate for sexual arousal. Research done on women found that simply stimulating this point by using electrostimulation could bring women to orgasm.

What Are Self-contained Estim Sex Toys?

With the advancement in sex toys, there are now vibrating sex toys with electrostimulation features built into them, thus creating complete erotic electrostimulation sex toys in one product. They are self-contained with no wires and do not require an additional electro-stimulating device.

Homemade Erotic Electrostimulation Devices

We urge those considering making a homemade electrostimulation device to consider the serious risks of using something that has not been independently tested for safety. Areas of concern are that the homemade electrostimulation devices may supply too much power or not provide enough insulation and, in some cases, cause the electrode to become live.

Deaths have been reported from such attempts, and in one situation, a man who decided he was going to make his own device put an electrode of his own making up his urethra (as an electric sound) and ended up burning the inside of his penis so severely it seared the tissue shut causing the need for urgent corrective surgery. This is an example of why we do not recommend homemade devices even if you have found instructions on the internet. Using kits that are tested for safety is something we strongly recommend.

Erotic Electrostimulation Health Benefits

E-stim can be felt within the electrodes and stimulate to experience a hands-free orgasm with little effort. These machines are designed to increase erotic pleasure and can also be used to relax muscles and reduce stress. Furthermore, they may be helpful for medical inhibitors that prevent normal sexual functioning and may be beneficial in infertility, erectile dysfunction (ED), female sexual dysfunction, and even for those who have disabilities that prevent them from having sex, such as paralysis.

It is always best to consult with your physician before using such a device when you have health concerns. It is essential to understand that erotic electrostimulation will not cure any of these or other health conditions; rather, they may be able to address symptoms with improvements to performance. Again, it is best to review these matters first with your physician should you have concerns.

What Is Electroejaculation?

Electroejaculation has been used for many years in humans and addresses some ED issues. Electroejaculation is when an electrostimulation probe is inserted into a male’s rectum to produce ejaculation and is often used in cases of ejaculatory dysfunction for both animals and humans.

Electrostimulation Acupuncture Studies

While there have been very few studies using erotic electrostimulation for sexual health benefits, several acupuncture studies are referred to as electro-acupuncture. This is where an electrical current is used through acupuncture needles and inserted into the skin. Below are a few studies to give you an idea of how well this form of treatment worked in some of the studies:

• In 2011, a study showed that women who had an electro-acupuncture for infertility treatments had a better chance of giving birth. The study was conducted with a total of 309 women who underwent Vitro fertilization (IVF). It was determined that those who had electro-acupuncture when their embryos were implanted were more likely to give birth.
• Electro-acupuncture has also been shown to treat erectile dysfunction when the perineum and penis were needled. A study done by NIH was done regarding using such a treatment for erectile dysfunction, and it was found that there was a marked improvement of 39% of men who tried it. Specifically, it also improved the quality of erections by over 15% of patients, and even more promising was the 31% of men who reported an increase in their sexual activity.

Electro-acupuncture has been used to treat a variety of sexual health issues:

• Infertility
• Menopause: In Women & Men
• Sexual Aversion Disorder
• Premature Ejaculation
• Decreased Sperm Mobility
• Prostate Issues
• Erectile Dysfunction
• Vaginismus
• Female Sexual Arousal Disorder
• Female Sexual Dysfunction
• Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
• STD Outbreaks

Research Through Sex Toy Manufacturers

The development of electrostimulation sex toys by several sex toy manufacturers have included scientific and medical testing. At one of the largest sex toy manufacturers in the world (California Exotics, LLC), two medical professionals created a unique electrostimulation dildo apparatus to strengthen women’s pelvic floor muscles. During the initial testing of this product, something unexpected occurred. A very unassuming woman quietly admitted that she experienced one of the best orgasms of her life.

Before long, numerous women in the study group reported having intense orgasms when using the device. The medical team was amazed at the unexpected feedback. Certainly not considered a negative side effect, they decided to explore the cause of the orgasms. Scientific research indicated that since the pelvic floor muscles are partly responsible for the involuntary contractions that occur during orgasm, electrostimulation dildo may also produce incredible pleasure. This revelation made them look at their invention in a different light.

Other manufacturers have now brought such products to the public, also adding vibration in the form of a G-spot stimulator on the shaft and clitoral stimulators that vibrate. These sex toys now can hit virtually every erotic area of a woman’s genitals simultaneously. The final result is a sex toy that strengthens pelvic floor muscles essential to increasing the intensity of her orgasms.

These electrostimulation sex toys use identical electrical pulses as more expensive medical devices (Utah Medical’s Pelvic Floor Stimulation System) used in physical therapy to rehabilitate women who suffer from weak pelvic floors (urinary incontinence and sexual dysfunction).

Dr. Jessica Browning-Cassaday said of electrostimulation sex toys that “Kegel exercisers help strengthen pelvic floor muscles, which may lead to longer, stronger orgasms. Unfortunately, most women don’t achieve optimal performance when performing Kegel exercises. These products automatically target and tone pelvic muscles with greater precision; it does the work for you. More intense orgasms, plus sexual wellness benefits.”

Best Erotic Electrostimulation Products

The electrostimulation sex toys and devices we carry on our site are only from companies specializing in making them for pleasure and health purposes. We feel strongly that such devices must be safe and of the highest quality for our customers. We recommend that you only buy from companies that sell as an authorized dealer of such devices and understand how these devices work. The last thing you want to do is spend money on something that may not work, or worse, may cause you harm. See our guide on Sex Toy Store Scams & Sex Toy Scams for more information.

Erotic Electrostimulation Myths

• While estim makes having an orgasm easy, it cannot be used to force someone to have one without their consent despite a variety of myths to the contrary.
• Another myth is that x-ray machines at airports will damage estim devices. Typically, this is not true, but it may be more subject to inspection and require an explanation.
• Some people out there that are against electrostimulation and sex toys, in general, are under the illusion that they are addictive, and once you use them, you will not want regular sex again. This is a ridiculous line of thinking as no sex toy in and of itself is addictive or can come close to the sensation of skin-to-skin contact with another person. Read more in our articles Sex Toy Fears.
• Some indicate that erotic electrostimulation causes nerve damage. However, no scientific studies have demonstrated this, and we have found that such articles are typically written by those advocating you purchase natural herbs instead, which of course, they sell. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) did a study in 2009 that indicated that electrostimulation promotes nerve regeneration. However, we encourage you to be an empowered consumer and do further research on the subject if you are concerned.
• We have found in our research that it does not cause nerve damage; instead, it helps nerves heal and work better. We have also found that electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) has been used safely for hundreds of years. Using erotic electrostimulation may promote the well-known effects of voluntary resistance training, which means it increases the strength of your muscles without you having to do any of the work. It has been used on athletes to improve physical performance as well as to help heal muscles. In addition, it has been used for cosmetic reasons to enhance skin appearance for a firmer, more youthful appearance.
• There is a myth that there are no documented health benefits to electrostimulation. Many medical conditions have long been treated using electrostimulation for health conditions that present muscle, joint, or bone problems. Examples of such illnesses are fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, lower back pain, neck pain, tendinitis, and bursitis. In addition, electrostimulation has been used to treat conditions that present pain, such as childbirth and even chronic pain associated with cancer.
• Another myth is that you cannot have any metal piercings. You do not necessarily have to take out metal piercing when using an electrostimulation device. You should take out piercings if it is close to where you will be using an electrode as metal does conduct electrical current, and if the current comes near the piercing, it may jump to it and make it warm up. Also, see our article on Vibrator Myths.

Erotic Electrostimulation Tips

• Using estim on low settings for at least a few minutes before increasing them helps you gently familiarize yourself with the sensations.
• Avoid putting the power settings on too high your first few times so that you can get used to the sensations and see how your body reacts to such stimulation.
• If you are unsure about using an electrostimulation device, you can consult with a physical therapist, acupuncturist, or doctor to help you determine if it is appropriate for you to use one as well as what settings and type to use.
• Dry skin has a relatively high resistance, so that is why lubricating the skin is essential. If you do not have enough conductive gel, the feeling can be sharp and painful.
• When using a probe vaginally, the best way to test it is to turn it on and place it in the crux of your elbow. If you grab it with your hand, it will hurt as the micro-currents of electricity will be stronger as it is bouncing off the tiny bones in your hand. A vagina does not have bones but rather soft tissue so that the feeling will be much different. Vaginal electrostimulation dildos are sex toys that can be used as a Kegel exerciser with long-term pleasure benefits. Once Kegel muscles are toned and tightened, a woman may have stronger and longer orgasms, as reported by many women who have tried them. It is also advised not to get to the highest level until you work up to it. Women will see a lot of benefits from just being on lower levels.
• It is recommended to use the electrostimulation dildos or probes for Kegel exercise for the first 30 days, six days a week, in 5-minute sessions. Again, as a woman is relaxed, by the 6th day, she may want to try level 2 and work her way up as the month progresses.