I don't wear mine that long. And I did not know this.
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Do you wear Butt Plugs for longer than 1 hour? If so, do you know about the health concerns?
05/07/2012
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Let's look at the upper arm. There are two major sets of muscles there, the biceps and the triceps. To move the arm you relax one and contract the other, although both can be relaxed if the arm does not need to have a position maintained. Think about how long it really takes to "weaken" those muscles.
Originally posted by
PassionateLover2
In my opinion, you don't strengthen the anal sphincter muscles, you only weaken them. For anal play to work, you relax the muscles to incert the toy, therby weaking them. So as you continue the practice with larger and larger anal toys, be
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In my opinion, you don't strengthen the anal sphincter muscles, you only weaken them. For anal play to work, you relax the muscles to incert the toy, therby weaking them. So as you continue the practice with larger and larger anal toys, be prepared to loose anal sphincter muscle tone!
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Another, possibly more valid example: woodwind/brass players use muscles in the mouth to form their embouchure. If they don't play for weeks/months then it will get weaker and they'll have to work a bit harder to re-form the muscles, but it can be done fairly rapidly (supposedly), and the weaker muscles don't inhibit ordinary activities.
Could long periods of relaxing the anal sphincter weaken it? Yes. An hour every week or so, and even then you're probably clenching a bit to keep the plug in? I'd like to see the studies on that.
With really large toys inserted anally there might be the possiblity of putting pressure on a nerve or throttling a blood vessel, which I would think are more likely than a relaxed anus that will never regain muscle tone.
05/07/2012
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Hehe, you bring up a very valid point
Originally posted by
ScottA
Let's look at the upper arm. There are two major sets of muscles there, the biceps and the triceps. To move the arm you relax one and contract the other, although both can be relaxed if the arm does not need to have a position maintained. Think
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Let's look at the upper arm. There are two major sets of muscles there, the biceps and the triceps. To move the arm you relax one and contract the other, although both can be relaxed if the arm does not need to have a position maintained. Think about how long it really takes to "weaken" those muscles.
Another, possibly more valid example: woodwind/brass players use muscles in the mouth to form their embouchure. If they don't play for weeks/months then it will get weaker and they'll have to work a bit harder to re-form the muscles, but it can be done fairly rapidly (supposedly), and the weaker muscles don't inhibit ordinary activities.
Could long periods of relaxing the anal sphincter weaken it? Yes. An hour every week or so, and even then you're probably clenching a bit to keep the plug in? I'd like to see the studies on that.
With really large toys inserted anally there might be the possiblity of putting pressure on a nerve or throttling a blood vessel, which I would think are more likely than a relaxed anus that will never regain muscle tone. less
Another, possibly more valid example: woodwind/brass players use muscles in the mouth to form their embouchure. If they don't play for weeks/months then it will get weaker and they'll have to work a bit harder to re-form the muscles, but it can be done fairly rapidly (supposedly), and the weaker muscles don't inhibit ordinary activities.
Could long periods of relaxing the anal sphincter weaken it? Yes. An hour every week or so, and even then you're probably clenching a bit to keep the plug in? I'd like to see the studies on that.
With really large toys inserted anally there might be the possiblity of putting pressure on a nerve or throttling a blood vessel, which I would think are more likely than a relaxed anus that will never regain muscle tone. less
05/07/2012
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I was trying to figure out a better way to explain this, glad you popped in ScottA.
Originally posted by
ScottA
Let's look at the upper arm. There are two major sets of muscles there, the biceps and the triceps. To move the arm you relax one and contract the other, although both can be relaxed if the arm does not need to have a position maintained. Think
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Let's look at the upper arm. There are two major sets of muscles there, the biceps and the triceps. To move the arm you relax one and contract the other, although both can be relaxed if the arm does not need to have a position maintained. Think about how long it really takes to "weaken" those muscles.
Another, possibly more valid example: woodwind/brass players use muscles in the mouth to form their embouchure. If they don't play for weeks/months then it will get weaker and they'll have to work a bit harder to re-form the muscles, but it can be done fairly rapidly (supposedly), and the weaker muscles don't inhibit ordinary activities.
Could long periods of relaxing the anal sphincter weaken it? Yes. An hour every week or so, and even then you're probably clenching a bit to keep the plug in? I'd like to see the studies on that.
With really large toys inserted anally there might be the possiblity of putting pressure on a nerve or throttling a blood vessel, which I would think are more likely than a relaxed anus that will never regain muscle tone. less
Another, possibly more valid example: woodwind/brass players use muscles in the mouth to form their embouchure. If they don't play for weeks/months then it will get weaker and they'll have to work a bit harder to re-form the muscles, but it can be done fairly rapidly (supposedly), and the weaker muscles don't inhibit ordinary activities.
Could long periods of relaxing the anal sphincter weaken it? Yes. An hour every week or so, and even then you're probably clenching a bit to keep the plug in? I'd like to see the studies on that.
With really large toys inserted anally there might be the possiblity of putting pressure on a nerve or throttling a blood vessel, which I would think are more likely than a relaxed anus that will never regain muscle tone. less
05/07/2012
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Thank you for this quote. After reading this thread, I also tried to find studies. I couldn't find any studies that proved it one way or another, but it seems to me that the theories lean towards "long term use" (which is not clearly defined) as being potentially harmful, so I think that's a good reason to avoid it, for me. And by long term, I PERSONALLY mean hours using it, every day. I really don't think an hour or two every so often is going to cause an issue.
Originally posted by
ToyTimeTim
Don't get me wrong, I agree that this is a valid discussion. I have done some searching and found the claims to be true. But according to what I have found there is no concrete evidence, just theories. I found this link
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Behar says, ... more
Don't get me wrong, I agree that this is a valid discussion. I have done some searching and found the claims to be true. But according to what I have found there is no concrete evidence, just theories. I found this link
Behar says, "Unfortunately, I do not have the answer to this question. There are no good research studies that evaluate the short- or long-term effects of using butt plugs.Therefore, I am compelled to extrapolate what we do know, and deduce what we would expect to be true.
"The usual physiologic condition of the internal and external [anal] sphincter [muscles] is to remain tightly closed, except for momentary defecation, anal stimulation during sex or medical examinations, when a cascade of nerve stimulation allows momentary relaxation.
"So what if a person uses a butt plug? Momentary and short-term use probably is not much different than bowel movements, anal sex, or medical procedures. Long-term use, however, probably is.
"Imagine how your body habituates to the sensation of a mosquito walking on your arm. Initially, the tickle sensation is quite annoying.This probably is also related to your realizing that there is a bloodsucking insect on your body! In other words, there may be a cognitive component that overcomes the reflex scratch or swatting that comes almost automatically. After considerable time, this bug-crawling sensation loses the severity of its annoyance and is easier to tolerate. It may not even be noticed! You are habituating to the bug’s walking on your skin.Imagine also what happens to anyone who does not operate a set of muscles regularly, say, from an injury to an arm or leg. After the acute injury heals, the previously injured muscle will be very weak, and may require some time to get back to normal function.
"Let’s now return to long-term use of the butt plug.The anus is left in a constantly open position, instead of being tightly closed. Does this contribute to a habituation of the nerve-muscle reflex associated with voluntary sphincter control?Will this contribute to irreversible damage or bowel incontinence?Possibly, but we don’t know. But if we know anything about how the body responds to chronic stimulation, then I think I would read between the lines. Anything for short periods of time will probably be fine. But long-term use is probably not a great idea, and may contribute to chronic and irreversible changes in how the nerves and muscles ‘down there’ work effectively." less
Behar says, "Unfortunately, I do not have the answer to this question. There are no good research studies that evaluate the short- or long-term effects of using butt plugs.Therefore, I am compelled to extrapolate what we do know, and deduce what we would expect to be true.
"The usual physiologic condition of the internal and external [anal] sphincter [muscles] is to remain tightly closed, except for momentary defecation, anal stimulation during sex or medical examinations, when a cascade of nerve stimulation allows momentary relaxation.
"So what if a person uses a butt plug? Momentary and short-term use probably is not much different than bowel movements, anal sex, or medical procedures. Long-term use, however, probably is.
"Imagine how your body habituates to the sensation of a mosquito walking on your arm. Initially, the tickle sensation is quite annoying.This probably is also related to your realizing that there is a bloodsucking insect on your body! In other words, there may be a cognitive component that overcomes the reflex scratch or swatting that comes almost automatically. After considerable time, this bug-crawling sensation loses the severity of its annoyance and is easier to tolerate. It may not even be noticed! You are habituating to the bug’s walking on your skin.Imagine also what happens to anyone who does not operate a set of muscles regularly, say, from an injury to an arm or leg. After the acute injury heals, the previously injured muscle will be very weak, and may require some time to get back to normal function.
"Let’s now return to long-term use of the butt plug.The anus is left in a constantly open position, instead of being tightly closed. Does this contribute to a habituation of the nerve-muscle reflex associated with voluntary sphincter control?Will this contribute to irreversible damage or bowel incontinence?Possibly, but we don’t know. But if we know anything about how the body responds to chronic stimulation, then I think I would read between the lines. Anything for short periods of time will probably be fine. But long-term use is probably not a great idea, and may contribute to chronic and irreversible changes in how the nerves and muscles ‘down there’ work effectively." less
05/07/2012
i am so thrilled to see everyone chiming in. I personally have no idea what they mean by long term use or where, except for what the proctoligist said.
yep, i have been up for hours trying to search the medical journals. Everything seems to be valid theroy. Based souly on there knowledge of the body, not any type of studies. Most likely because no one is lining up to test the theroy. idk, just an assumption.
I only where one during intercouse. and that is only sometimes.
But I have heard of those who will wear one all day without taking a break, for days in a row. This to me is extream, and most likly the type of use that i think will cause harm. I'm no doc though. so i really don't know.
I presume that is why all the information i'm finding says it is possible to cause damage. They can't say for sure without a valid study.
hey that gives me an idea. maybe search England's medical journals. In England they have those clubs, sex like clubs, maybe they have done a study. Sexuality seems to be more acepted there.. IDK for sure. But we will try to see.
yep, i have been up for hours trying to search the medical journals. Everything seems to be valid theroy. Based souly on there knowledge of the body, not any type of studies. Most likely because no one is lining up to test the theroy. idk, just an assumption.
I only where one during intercouse. and that is only sometimes.
But I have heard of those who will wear one all day without taking a break, for days in a row. This to me is extream, and most likly the type of use that i think will cause harm. I'm no doc though. so i really don't know.
I presume that is why all the information i'm finding says it is possible to cause damage. They can't say for sure without a valid study.
hey that gives me an idea. maybe search England's medical journals. In England they have those clubs, sex like clubs, maybe they have done a study. Sexuality seems to be more acepted there.. IDK for sure. But we will try to see.
05/07/2012
I am so glad you posted this poll, Lori! This is the first time I've seen anything posted on this forum that addresses this issue. I've been considering butt plugs for a while now, but have held off because I have had a couple of doubts about it. One of my concerns was exactly this, that I might stretch my anus out. The other is that I have a hemorrhoid and I don't want to make it any worse. I'm learning so much from this thread. This is one of the reasons that I love EF so much! Keep up the good work! By the way, I love reading your reviews so much that I have an alert set for them. I'm going to set an alert for this thread also. Please send me a PM if you find out anything about butt plugs and hemorrhoids while doing your research.
05/07/2012
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November, and anyone else with a anus, you should buy this book; Anal Pleasure and Health It is a must have for everyone, even if anal play is not your thing. There is tons of information about anus, rectum, intestine and colon health. There is a section just on hemorrhoids and treatments for them. Some can be done at home first before having to see a DR. (you probably should anyways). Jack (the author) includes story's from his "Anal Awareness Workshops" and intensive doctoral research, this is over 30 years of research. There are lots of first hand accounts from participants of the workshops as well. This book truly needs to be in every persons house.
Originally posted by
November
I am so glad you posted this poll, Lori! This is the first time I've seen anything posted on this forum that addresses this issue. I've been considering butt plugs for a while now, but have held off because I have had a couple of doubts
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I am so glad you posted this poll, Lori! This is the first time I've seen anything posted on this forum that addresses this issue. I've been considering butt plugs for a while now, but have held off because I have had a couple of doubts about it. One of my concerns was exactly this, that I might stretch my anus out. The other is that I have a hemorrhoid and I don't want to make it any worse. I'm learning so much from this thread. This is one of the reasons that I love EF so much! Keep up the good work! By the way, I love reading your reviews so much that I have an alert set for them. I'm going to set an alert for this thread also. Please send me a PM if you find out anything about butt plugs and hemorrhoids while doing your research.
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05/07/2012
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Thank you, ToyTime Tim. This book sounds very informative. I've added this onto my wish list and I'll probably buy it when I get my next paycheck!
Originally posted by
ToyTimeTim
November, and anyone else with a anus, you should buy this book; Anal Pleasure and Health It is a must have for everyone, even if anal play is not your thing. There is tons of information about anus, rectum, intestine and colon health. There is a
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more
November, and anyone else with a anus, you should buy this book; Anal Pleasure and Health It is a must have for everyone, even if anal play is not your thing. There is tons of information about anus, rectum, intestine and colon health. There is a section just on hemorrhoids and treatments for them. Some can be done at home first before having to see a DR. (you probably should anyways). Jack (the author) includes story's from his "Anal Awareness Workshops" and intensive doctoral research, this is over 30 years of research. There are lots of first hand accounts from participants of the workshops as well. This book truly needs to be in every persons house.
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05/07/2012
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I can see how that might happen, but then again for couples active in practicing anal sex, I've only heard about tearing being a source of weakening muscles in the long run. I would think that we'd see a lot more loose bottoms if consistent gentle anal play caused problems, but then again when you leave a plug in there for a long time I guess you can become less aware of what it's doing to you when you're sitting, sleeping, ect...
Originally posted by
Loriandhubby
If anyone can find me a link that gives information on how anal sex strengthens the anal muscles, I would love to read it. I have searched and searched with no luck. The only thing I’m finding is how kegel exercises help strengthen a weakened anal
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If anyone can find me a link that gives information on how anal sex strengthens the anal muscles, I would love to read it. I have searched and searched with no luck. The only thing I’m finding is how kegel exercises help strengthen a weakened anal sphincter.
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05/07/2012
My guess is that for this to happen "long-term use" would have to be 22+ hours a day for weeks - that's the kind of timeline that astronauts need to loose muscle tone. Even then I'd say it would likely be temporary - the post that Tim had was discussing what the muscle is "accustomed" to, and muscles are pretty good about getting accustomed to something else when needed.
Two hours a day is less than 10% of the time, and my guess is that is more than most people will wear a plug. While it is inserted many people are still contracting their anus around it, so the anus is unlikely to loose significant muscle tone. I'd say the big take-away here is to do it in moderation, and not as a 24/7 activity.
Two hours a day is less than 10% of the time, and my guess is that is more than most people will wear a plug. While it is inserted many people are still contracting their anus around it, so the anus is unlikely to loose significant muscle tone. I'd say the big take-away here is to do it in moderation, and not as a 24/7 activity.
05/08/2012
This would only be a problem if
a) the material wasn't good (silicone/metal/glass/ wood are great, jelly/certain plastics/rubber is NOT) and released chemicals directly into the body
and/or
b) the base of the toy is wide and keeps the sphincter open for long periods of time, then you don't do sphincter and/or kegel exercises to compensate.
As long as the base isn't very wide and you work out your muscles, there shouldn't be a problem!
a) the material wasn't good (silicone/metal/glass/ wood are great, jelly/certain plastics/rubber is NOT) and released chemicals directly into the body
and/or
b) the base of the toy is wide and keeps the sphincter open for long periods of time, then you don't do sphincter and/or kegel exercises to compensate.
As long as the base isn't very wide and you work out your muscles, there shouldn't be a problem!
05/09/2012
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02/12/2019
BP addictive
Yes I do wear my all the time. And I couldn't be any happier
03/08/2019
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I had no idea there were health concerns for wearing anal plus for extended use, but thankfully I only use them for a short period and not very large ones at that.
Originally posted by
Loriandhubby
I am working on a review of a Butt Plug. Like I do for so many of my reviews, I have researched extensively on the subject of Anal Play and also talked to my doctor about health concerns.
In my research I have found that Butt Plugs are ... more
In my research I have found that Butt Plugs are ... more
I am working on a review of a Butt Plug. Like I do for so many of my reviews, I have researched extensively on the subject of Anal Play and also talked to my doctor about health concerns.
In my research I have found that Butt Plugs are harmful to wear for extended periods of time since there is the possibility of weakening the sphincter muscle.
So that leads me to thinking... How many people know about this health concern and how many choose to participate in the practice of wearing them for hours. less
In my research I have found that Butt Plugs are harmful to wear for extended periods of time since there is the possibility of weakening the sphincter muscle.
So that leads me to thinking... How many people know about this health concern and how many choose to participate in the practice of wearing them for hours. less
08/10/2020
Shark09
I usually wear mine for about 2 hours. I am well aware of any health concerns regarding this topic. This is why I don't wear mine any longer than 2 hours.
11/06/2020
Draco-Draca1
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Yes, the hush Bluetooth Wi-Fi butt plug that is for distance play. I have kept it in all day, there are no health concerns. I've even looked into other plugs that were made from metal and everything else as long as you clean the toys after they have been, you know, and after all day long and everything else there are no concerns at all you need to make sure you're very hygienic though as well other than that play on I've worn the lush the longest time in one period was probably 16 hours comfortably I've worn a jammed butt plug metal one 14 hours comfortably
Originally posted by
Loriandhubby
I am working on a review of a Butt Plug. Like I do for so many of my reviews, I have researched extensively on the subject of Anal Play and also talked to my doctor about health concerns.
In my research I have found that Butt Plugs are ... more
In my research I have found that Butt Plugs are ... more
I am working on a review of a Butt Plug. Like I do for so many of my reviews, I have researched extensively on the subject of Anal Play and also talked to my doctor about health concerns.
In my research I have found that Butt Plugs are harmful to wear for extended periods of time since there is the possibility of weakening the sphincter muscle.
So that leads me to thinking... How many people know about this health concern and how many choose to participate in the practice of wearing them for hours. less
In my research I have found that Butt Plugs are harmful to wear for extended periods of time since there is the possibility of weakening the sphincter muscle.
So that leads me to thinking... How many people know about this health concern and how many choose to participate in the practice of wearing them for hours. less
05/15/2022
assman1953
My two cents on this subject:
I have been into analpay for abt 35 years. For the last 15 years (since getting divorced) I would play abt 6 times per month and I would leave a dildo in a minimum of 2 to 3 hours abt 90% of the time. 5% of the time would be for less than 1 hour and the remaining 5% would be for more than 3 hours, with the maximum being 8 to 12 hours about 10 times (would have done it more often but it only ocurred to me to leave them in longer a few years ago and the opportunity to do so is kinda rare].
All that analplay has, admittedly. resulted in a small degree of reduced external sphincter tone which, surprisingly, was noted by the Dr. who performed my last colonoscopy, but the slightly reduced tone has not really been a problem at all. I regularly do kegel exercises and have never been unable to hold a bm til I got to a bathroom, so I don't currently need and don't think I'll ever need to wear a diaper.
Whenever I have been in a hetero relationship, I engage in less analplay and that may have also helped keep the reduction in tone to a minimum.
Whatever the reasons, neither the risk nor reality of a weakened sphincter has kept nor will keep me from playing for longer than an hour as often as the urge strikes and the opportunity to do so presents itself!
So like the song goes, "Play on!"
I have been into analpay for abt 35 years. For the last 15 years (since getting divorced) I would play abt 6 times per month and I would leave a dildo in a minimum of 2 to 3 hours abt 90% of the time. 5% of the time would be for less than 1 hour and the remaining 5% would be for more than 3 hours, with the maximum being 8 to 12 hours about 10 times (would have done it more often but it only ocurred to me to leave them in longer a few years ago and the opportunity to do so is kinda rare].
All that analplay has, admittedly. resulted in a small degree of reduced external sphincter tone which, surprisingly, was noted by the Dr. who performed my last colonoscopy, but the slightly reduced tone has not really been a problem at all. I regularly do kegel exercises and have never been unable to hold a bm til I got to a bathroom, so I don't currently need and don't think I'll ever need to wear a diaper.
Whenever I have been in a hetero relationship, I engage in less analplay and that may have also helped keep the reduction in tone to a minimum.
Whatever the reasons, neither the risk nor reality of a weakened sphincter has kept nor will keep me from playing for longer than an hour as often as the urge strikes and the opportunity to do so presents itself!
So like the song goes, "Play on!"
06/09/2022
assman1953
I should add that my internal sphincter is still as strong as it ever was. I can still easily tighten and loosen it at will to grip any size toy I play with, from the smallest plug to a large dildo, like EF's Girthy Giant!
So that's another reason, why extended analplay is not really a problem for me!
So that's another reason, why extended analplay is not really a problem for me!
06/09/2022
Seeds of Love
I find wearing an anal plug to be quite relaxing - a way to de-stress - and will have a plug in for several hours at a time. This isn't a daily regime, but 3-5 times a month on average. I will also occasionally wear a plug while having sex or masturbating, especially if my wife asks me to put one in. ?? I have had no health related concerns from this activity and don't anticipate any issues.
08/26/2022
I hadn't heard of weakening the sphincter; I only knew that larger butt plugs come with the danger of rectal prolapse. Since I don't commonly wear them it's not something I'll worry about, even if they are in for longer than an hour, but I would keep this in mind if I ever have a partner who is into long-term wear. I wonder if there are sphincter exercises to help with this, if you are really committed to keeping your butt plug in? I'd be curious to know as well whether the size of the plug matters.
09/01/2022
Never tried one
09/04/2022
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