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Mechanotransduction

The process by which cells convert mechanical forces into biochemical signals

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Jan 13, 2026

What are the biological mechanisms by which sustained mechanical traction induces tissue remodeling in penile tissue?

Penile traction induces tissue remodeling through mechanotransduction: sustained longitudinal strain is sensed by cells in the tunica albuginea and corpora cavernosa, triggering biochemical cascades t...

Jan 10, 2026

How do penile extenders compare with pumps for long-term length gains in peer‑reviewed studies?

Peer‑reviewed studies show penile traction devices (extenders) can produce small but measurable long‑term flaccid and stretched length gains—typically under 2 cm with greater gains tied to longer dail...