You’ll likely have a lot of questions and concerns when you enter the world of chastity cages and chastity play, not the least of which is whether chastity can shrink your penis. Given how small cock cages can get – some as small as one inch – it’s not difficult to imagine how extended wear could cause your penis to shrink. The reality is that chastity shrink is mostly a myth, though it’s true that staying flaccid for too long could cause minimal shrinkage – and a chastity cage can make you do that. Keep reading to learn more.
Can chastity shrink your penis? Anecdotal VS scientific evidence
Search online, and it’s easy to find a slew of articles claiming that chastity cages cause penises to shrink. In fact, some chastity couples work their way through cock cages in ever-decreasing increments in a deliberate effort to cause shrinkage over time.
Most of these stories are anecdotal and don’t align with prevailing scientific evidence. Penises are resilient. They shrink and grow with ease – hot, cold, relaxed, or horny, the average penis fluctuates in size multiple times a day. In fact, an article posted on Men’s Health states that a man’s penis can shrink up to 50% when cold outside. By nature, a penis is meant to fluctuate in size when flaccid, then proceed to become the hard, pulsating member of society we all know and love.
The belief that a chastity cage can lead to chastity shrink is largely a myth that has long been a stigma in the community – though it’s true that penises can shrink. An article on Healthline explains how a man’s penis can get smaller naturally with age. Restricted blood vessels and scar tissue from minor injuries contribute to this.
However, little evidence supports the notion that a chastity device has a direct effect on the size of your erect penis so long as you remove it regularly to achieve an erection. An article in Male Chastity Journal explains that the chastity cage itself has nothing to do with the shrink in your penis. That said, if your penis is flaccid for an extended period of time for any reason, there is the possibility for it to shrink, but that’s with or without a chastity cage.
Still, it does lend some credence to the idea that a chastity cage could cause shrinkage, but that’s if you never let the little (or big?) guy out to play. It’s important to remove the chastity device to achieve regular erections, even if your keyholder doesn’t allow you to orgasm, as part of your long-term chastity play. Supervised showers present excellent opportunities for maintaining penis size through controlled erections.
Should you be avoid long-term chastity? Is it safe to wear a permanent chastity cage?
Chastity cages are used for short and long-term wear, and wearing one should not cause any chastity shrink by itself, but there are a few things to keep in mind. If your penis is flaccid for too long, tendons and muscles could get weaker and constrict, causing the size of your member to decrease. It’s a good idea to remove the cage every couple of days to achieve an erection.
As mentioned, supervised cleaning presents an excellent opportunity for this because you can help avoid potential shrinkage, maintain penis health through cleaning and achieving an erection, and add to your play with additional frustration as your keyholder denies you an orgasm and locks you back up after your shower.
Make a plan with your keyholder before you don the cage to make sure you’re on the same page and can have fun without jeopardizing your penis size or health.
Other potential problems with long-term chastity
If you’re considering long-term or even permanent chastity, there are a number of factors that can cause issues in the long run but are easily avoidable when chastity cages are used properly.
It all comes down to safe practices. When you wear a chastity cage, the area should be kept clean on a consistent basis. If not cleaned properly, this can lead to infections and sores. It is very important that cleaning is done on a regular basis, with terms always discussed with your keyholder.
It’s important to avoid wearing a chastity cage that’s too small, too, since it’s possible that a poorly-fitted chastity cage can lead to nerve damage, causing erectile dysfunction (ED) and other erectile issues. Make sure you get the proper fit before you commit to long-term chastity. If something does not feel right, is too uncomfortable, or pinching occurs, the fit is incorrect, and you should discontinue use.
Wearing a cock cage for too long can also cause sores and chaffing, especially if it’s the wrong size; and if you have a Prince Albert or frenum piercing, you need to be careful to avoid pulling and cuts – especially if your cock cage relies on your piercing for security. Note that spiked cock cages are not recommended for long-term use because they can damage your penis.
Although shrinkage is not usually a concern with typical cock cage wear, it’s still important to regularly “exercise” your penis. This, of course, does not mean you get to cum. Teasing and denial can add a lot of excitement to the chastity lifestyle while also ensuring the tendons and muscles in the area stay strong and are functioning properly. These are conversations that should be discussed with your keyholder prior to use.
