Chastity
| Other names | Caging, erotic sexual denial |
|---|---|
| Health risk | Mild |
| Legal risk | Mild |
Chastity is the practice of denying access to genitals or orgasms for the purpose of control or stimulating sexual arousal. It often involves the use of hardware such as chastity cages or belts, but is not required. Chastity play is usually done as a punishment, for humiliation, or as a symbol of ownership subservience to someone else.
Background
Appeal
Many find the physiological aspect of chastity and not being able to tough their genitals highly erotic. There can also be a large element of control if a key-holder has control of your chastity. While it may be a hot idea for a key-holder to take all your keys, you will need to unlock for cleaning and in the event of chafing; see risks for more around access to keys.
Methods
Male chastity cages
Male chastity cages, also referred to as ball-trap cages, are typically utilized on a penis, and involves a circular component that wraps around the testicles (ring) and connects to a tube (cage) that contains the head of the penis and shaft. There are some devices that involve the use of a PA (Prince Albert) piercing that restrict the head and part of the shaft of the penis. For some people, these type of devices can cause significant pain from pressure on the testicles, even for short term wear. If you feel strong pain and discomfort, you should remove the device.
Sizing is very important when selecting a chastity cage for reasons of both safety and comfort. The base ring should be tight enough to prevent the cage from sliding off, but should not be so tight that it cuts off circulation. The general guidance is that, when flaccid, it should be possible to insert two fingers between the base ring and the penis and testicles. Ideally with the cage (or tube), you will want to have the space filled as completely as possible by the penis when flaccid; this will help reduce pressure on the testicles when you become erect.
As an additional way to reduce pressure on the testicles, there are products sold as "chastity cage fall prevention" or similar that attach to the ring, usually using snaps, and wrap around the waist; this will prevent the cage from pulling away from your body. While this does not provide as much support as a full chastity belt, it is a much cheaper option. Tight-fitting underwear can also help.
Chastity belts
Chastity belts put support around the waist, and some have a ring around the penis and testicles, depending on the design. They are typically much more expensive than ball trap cages, but can help some with longer term wear due to putting less pressure on the testicles. It can be difficult to drive and exercise in chastity belts. Chastity belts can also provide an option for those without a penis and testicles for being locked; BehindBarz, for example, produce belts for females and and customise options. For people transitioning. they can also provide options and adjust belts during your transition.
Chastity shorts
Leather or rubber locking shorts are another way of achieving shorter term chastity, typically without the issues of ball-trap cages and belts. They would typically be used for shorter period due to issues with going to the toilet in them (urinating may be fine in rubber for instance but not appropriate if it leaks into your day to day clothes in public), but can be a way to be locked overnight for example with less of the issues of cages and belts.
Risks
Skin irritation
Chafing is a common problem when using ball-trap style devices. Erections will cause the cage to pull outwards, causing the ring to rub against the skin behind the scrotum. Other parts of the penis such as the head may also be at risk depending on the fit of the cage.
Access to keys
While the fantasy of being permanently locked is hot for many, you should have a spare key that you can gain access to in event of needing to unlock due to chafing, for cleaning or medical emergency. This can be achieved by timer locking boxes, or electronic Bluetooth boxes that you key-holder can control access to via an app. You should consider alternatives in case of being unable to contact your key-holder and electronic devices failing; tamper-evident containers or bags can work well for this while still showing evidence that the spare key was used.
Issues with urination
Depending on the design and sizing of the chastity device, you may find urination to be somewhat difficult. With ball-trap style devices, the device can slide around and the urethral opening can become misaligned with the cage, which can result in urine getting everywhere.
Disputed prostate cancer risk (long-term)
There is some debate as to the long term effects of chastity, and some suggest that regular ejaculation from the penis may have an impact on reducing prostate cancer. [1] There is not currently a clear medical position on this. You may want to consider milking or ruined orgasms as a way of achieving this that fits for the way you want to do chastity, particularly if your family has a history of prostate cancer.
Risk mitigation
Chamois cream used by cyclists can help reduce and prevent chafing, it is a thick heavy cream and you should ensure that you clean yourself and the device regularly for good hygiene.
You should clean yourself and your cage or belt regularly to keep it in good condition and avoid risk of infections.
As discussed above, if you have a history of prostate cancer or are concerned about the long-term effects of chastity, you can consider milking, cumming while caged or ruined orgasms as part of your chastity play.
Known incidents
Medical case reports
RACKWiki incident reports
External links
References
- ↑ Rider, Jennifer R.; Wilson, Kathryn M.; Sinnott, Jennifer A.; Kelly, Rachel S.; Mucci, Lorelei A.; Giovannucci, Edward L. (2016-03-28). "Ejaculation Frequency and Risk of Prostate Cancer: Updated Results with an Additional Decade of Follow-up". European Urology. 70 (6): 974–982. doi:10.1016/j.eururo.2016.03.027. ISSN 1873-7560. PMC 5040619. PMID 27033442.