Index/Topics/Penile Plethysmography

Penile Plethysmography

A method used to measure arousal or ejaculatory reflexes.

Fact-Checks

7 results
Jan 14, 2026
Most Viewed

What masturbation-based penile rehabilitation protocols are recommended after prostate surgery?

Masturbation is discussed in the urology literature as a low-cost, low-risk way to stimulate penile blood flow and may be used alongside standard penile rehabilitation after prostate surgery, but form...

Jan 25, 2026
Most Viewed

What are evidence‑based communication exercises therapists use to close the orgasm gap?

Therapists use a suite of communication-focused, behavioral, and psychoeducational exercises—, /orgasm consistency training, structured partner communication, and —to raise awareness of sensations, re...

Feb 2, 2026

What studies have measured the maximum number of orgasms reported in a single session and how were they conducted?

A handful of empirical and survey-based studies have tried to quantify how many orgasms people can report in a single sexual session, but the reported “” vary wildly—from a few discrete climaxes in la...

Feb 2, 2026

How do researchers define and measure vaginal orgasm versus clitoral orgasm in surveys?

Researchers studying “vaginal” versus “clitoral” orgasms most often rely on using explicit definitions and validated psychometric tools—asking women to classify the route of stimulation (clitoral, vag...

Jan 18, 2026

What laboratory methods are used to measure female orgasm latency?

Laboratory measurement of female orgasm latency uses a mix of stopwatch-timed behavioral methods, physiological sensors (vaginal blood flow/photoplethysmography), self-report scales and questionnaires...

Jan 13, 2026

What physiological markers (EEG, EMG, cardiovascular) indicate orgasm timing in women?

Objective physiological markers that cluster around female orgasm include rhythmic increases in pelvic and anal EMG activity, correlated cardiovascular changes (especially systolic blood pressure and ...

Jan 8, 2026

What experimental methods have been used to manipulate penile dimensions during intercourse and what did they find?

Experimental attempts to change penile dimensions during intercourse have ranged from simple external rings that reduce functional penetration depth to mechanical lengthening/support devices and inani...