Part of the brain responsible for potency

Erection and nervous system

An erection is inseparable from the functioning of the nervous system. In order to increase blood circulation in the genitals, an impulse of the nerves extending from the lower part of the spinal cord will be required. Nerves give a signal with the help of a special chemical substance that they secrete as a transmitter. As a result, the muscles holding back the blood vessels relax and the blood flow in the genitals is freed. The spiral blood vessels of the penis begin to pass enough blood for an erection.

All this can be described step by step:

Stage 1. Filling the vessels. Stage 2. Straightening, stretching the vessels. Stage 3. Stretching of the erection tissues, their swelling. Stage 4. The membranes press on the tissues filled with blood. Stage 6. In accordance with the hydraulic mechanism of erection, the penis increases in size and becomes elastic.

The nervous system, which controls the activity of all systems of the human body, is also responsible for the occurrence of an erection. The corresponding nerve centers are located in the brain and lower region of the spinal cord. Nature has provided partial protection in the form of the spine and skull, but sometimes the bones are not able to properly protect a person from serious injuries. Strong physical influences can lead to impotence and even paralysis. To prevent this from happening, you should always remember to observe safety precautions.

An erection can be attributed to one of the following types:

• visual (an extensive group of stimuli, entirely dependent on individual preferences);
• auditory (rapid breathing, exciting voice, whisper, laughter, music);
• irritants of touch or, more simply, all kinds of touches (massage, stroking, touching a naked body, hairline);
• gustatory (taste of genital secretions, saliva);
• smell irritants (smell of skin, hair, perfume);
• a game of imagination (exciting memories, erotic fantasies and dreams).

These six pathogens are all equally important. The absence of any of them can lead to a lack of erection (another possible option is that arousal occurs, but only for a short time).

3. Reflex. It occurs as a result of touching the genital area. The nerve endings of the penis, rectum, bladder transmit impulses to the spinal cord. This reaction is carried out automatically and is of great importance, especially in old age, when the need for physical stimulation increases. The same can be said about certain diseases that impede arousal. The weakening of the positions of mental erection over the years is a completely natural process, however, some men are prone to prejudices regarding physical stimulation, considering it to be something unworthy, a disgrace to a man.

Spinal impotence: causes, symptoms and treatments

If in men over 50 years of age, problems in bed are most often of an endocrine nature, then at a younger age, Spinal impotence can be the cause of disorders, and everyone should know about the symptoms and methods of treatment.

Lack of erection or its pronounced weakness, low libido and rapid ejaculation - for the most part disturbing and extremely unpleasant symptoms for any man. However, not every member of the stronger sex who has such problems seeks medical help.

And all because it is considered shameful in society, and it is simply easier to take one pill for potency, despite its short-term effect. To some extent, this can be called a way out, but it's still better to see a doctor.

What is spinal impotence and what are its causes?

Spinal impotence is understood as a predominantly primary lesion of nerve regulatory points (functional or organic nature) responsible for erectile function and localized in the spinal cord.

In the early stages, the centers of erection and ejaculation may experience pathological excitability, which is soon replaced by functional exhaustion.

Depending on the degree of damage, the following types of spinocortical impotence are distinguished:

• With simultaneous excitability of both centers (ejaculation and erection).
• With the prevalence of excitability of the ejaculatory center, while the erection center is in a state of oppression.
• With areflexia of the ejaculatory center and simultaneous hyperexcitability of the erection center.
• With simultaneous hypoexcitability of both centers.

Actual causes of spinal impotence:

• Injury to the lumbar spine or spinal cord with involvement of the centers described above.
• The damage to the areas of the brain that send nerve signals to control points.
• Long-term sexual intercourse, as a result of which a pathological dominant and stagnation in the pelvic organs are created.
• Frequent and prolonged masturbation.
• Frequent interruption of sexual intercourse.
• Prolonged increased sexual arousal that does not end in sex.
• Frequent and prolonged erection of the penis, which also does not end with intercourse and ejaculation.

All of the above factors lead to congestion in the pelvic cavity, namely in the prostate gland, the initial part of the urethra and the seed tubercle. Therefore, chronic inflammatory processes in the prostate or other organs of the reproductive system can act as a provoking factor for impotence or aggravate the course of spinal erectile dysfunction.

Less commonly, the causes of damage to the sexual spinal points are degenerative and organic diseases of the central nervous system: multiple or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, myelitis, syringomyelia, ascending progressive paralysis, tumors of the spinal cord, etc.

Main symptoms and signs

The clinical symptoms of spinal impotence depend on its type and therefore differ somewhat from each other.

With increased excitability of both genital centers, a normal adequate erection is observed, but most often it is caused by factors not related to sexual life, this largely interferes with a man. As for ejaculation, it occurs extremely quickly and often even before sexual contact. Also, among the complaints of patients, there are frequent nocturnal and rare daytime emissions (uncontrolled ejaculation, mainly during sleep).

With hyperexcitability of the ejaculatory and reverse state of the erection center, premature ejaculation is noted against the background of weakened erectile function. Even with poor erection, nocturnal emissions occur.

If both regulatory centers are depleted, spinal impotence is characterized by the following symptoms: a sluggish erection, in which sexual intercourse is still possible, long intervals between the onset of excitement, moderate morning erection (all this is typical for a mild stage). In a more severe course, the erect state of the penis is achieved with difficulty, sometimes with the help of mechanical stimulation. Moreover, sexual acts are impossible or succeed in unnatural conditions. Often, the potency disappears into the vagina, which is why intercourse is interrupted. Orgasm comes late and is weakly expressed. In some cases, erection and ejaculation are not observed at all.

An isolated lesion of the ejaculatory center has such signs of spinal impotence as an adequate libido and a normal persistent erection against the background of a complete absence of ejaculation (given that there are no anatomical obstacles). No matter how long the sexual intercourse lasts, sperm is not released, the man does not reach orgasm. Such aspermatism contributes to the loss of interest in sexual life and is one of the causes of male infertility.

Treatment of spinal erectile dysfunction in men

Rational treatment of spinal impotence should always begin with the correction or elimination of the root cause of the disease and concomitant pathology. For example, in case of a spinal injury during the rehabilitation period, it is allowed to use special corsets or belts that fix the intervertebral discs, preventing their displacement. It also helps to avoid swelling of the spinal roots.

Physiotherapy procedures and exercise therapy prescribed by the appropriate specialist have an excellent effect on recovery. However, with a severe injury or an inoperable tumor, it is not possible to cure spinal impotence.

When diagnosing the same multiple sclerosis, lifelong therapy with systemic glucocorticoids is prescribed, which, unfortunately, inhibit the immune function of the body.

The main goal of the treatment is to strengthen the spinal points, which is possible by injecting immunomodulators. The most popular and effective drug is Alfarekin, which is a water-soluble powder for injection. The course of treatment is 10 days of intramuscular injection.

It is also possible and necessary to treat spinal impotence in men with the help of water-soluble vitamins from group B. They, in turn, improve nerve conduction and restore myelin fibers. Two routes of administration are possible: intramuscularly and orally, of which preference should be given to the first for better efficiency.

In some cases, low doses of tranquilizers are used. The drug should be selected exclusively by the attending physician, taking into account the severity of symptoms and the individual characteristics of the patient. Do not forget about a diet with a high content of trace elements (calcium, magnesium, etc.), which strengthen the bone and muscle frame, as well as secondary (partially) restore erectile function.

Restoration of erection after spinal injuries

Back injuries in men often lead to loss of erection. This is not surprising, because the spine is a conductor of nerve impulses from the brain to other organs and systems of the body. Nerve centers in the sacral spinal cord are responsible for sexual reflexes: the mechanisms of arousal, erection, orgasm and ejaculation. Depending on the location of the injury and its strength, the erection after a spinal injury remains at the same level, becomes weaker or disappears altogether.

It happens that a man retains the ability to one type of erection out of the existing two - reflex or psychogenic. Reflex appears from touching and stimulation of the genital organs and erogenous zones, psychogenic - from erotic fantasies or visual images.

The nerve centers of the spinal cord are responsible for both types of erection: the reflex is controlled by the area in the spinal segment S2-S4, the psychogenic one is controlled by the area T10-L2. In the case when these areas are not affected, the ability to have sexual intercourse is preserved, provided that the injury is located below them. If the damage is higher, the man is likely to have problems with sex, because the passage of the excitation signal from the brain through the injured area is difficult.

Figure for clarity:

An erection with an injured spine may occur, but be insufficient for normal sexual intercourse. A condition where the penis loses its rigidity during intercourse or does not become hard enough is called erectile dysfunction. Then, for a full-fledged sex, a man needs special pathogens.

Methods for restoring erection after spinal injury:

• medicines - Viagra and its analogues,
• vacuum pumps with erection ring,
• injections into the cavernous bodies of the penis, causing blood flow,
• administration of suppositories with a similar effect,
• vibration stimulation.

Viagra and its generics help with spinal injury only at the level of T6 - L5. Vacuum pumps with a clamping ring allow you to achieve an erection, but if you have problems with ejaculation, the pump will not help. You need special tools to help ejaculate. Especially for men with back injuries and other severe pathologies, erection and ejaculation vibration stimulators, such as Viberect or Viberect X3, have been developed.

The Viberect device is indicated after moderate and severe back injuries to create an erection and activate sexual reflexes. Andrologists have found out: the receptors of the head of the penis are very sensitive to high-frequency vibration. There is a powerful signal of sexual arousal and is transmitted through the chain to the spinal cord and brain. As a result, a powerful reflex erection appears even with serious back injuries.

If a man loses the ability not only to have an erection, but also to ejaculate, and he needs to get sperm for analysis or artificial insemination, a type of vibration stimulator is used - Viberect X3.

Manufacturers claim: Viberect is recommended not only for men suffering from partial or complete impotence, but also for physically healthy men to enhance erections. For example, when there is psychogenic erectile dysfunction or fatigue, interest in sex has disappeared.

I specifically purchased the device to test it. I don’t have any particular problems with potency, but I decided to see if he would create an erection after a long day of work in a state of fatigue, as well as with several sexual intercourses in a row.

Placing my penis between the vibrator pads, I turned it on at minimum speed. After 2 minutes, I felt a rather strong sexual arousal, the member came into an excited state. My summary: if you want to have a sex marathon or arrange a night of love when the forces are spent on labor exploits, Viberect is perfect as an activator.