No longer bruising. The red spot disappeared. I think I was using the pump incorrectly at the beginning and I'm getting used to it now. I was ready to give it up until I read some of the posts on FT and it helped me immensely. I can now get an erection in less time. Thanks.

Once or twice a day until I achieve erection. Takes a couple of minutes. I use the constriction ring also. I'm experimenting with the correct size. I started with the second largest and now I'm using the second smallest. I leave it on for a couple of minutes.

I'm new to pumping and constriction rings. I noticed a red spot near the base of my penis. Is that expected?

Just joined FT. Really great site that I found by accident. Have had ED since my diabetes type ii diagnosis. Got a VTD Pump last month and just started to use it correctly after watching Pugh's video. There's no pressure release valve on my manual pump. How do I take off the cylinder without releasi...