Foreskin stretching

摘要

A device (10) for stretching the foreskin of a subject is disclosed. The device has a body (10) having a passage (14) that extends through the body (10) to a distal end (18). The distal end (18) is adapted to receive a balloon (B). Fluid may be introduced through the passage (14) to cause the balloon (B) to expand. A flow regulating member (20) is positioned across the passage (14) to selectively close the passage (14) to fluid flow.

主权项

1. A method for stretching a foreskin of a subject, the method comprising the steps of:
providing a device configured to stretch a foreskin of a subject, the device comprising a body including a passage, a balloon, and a fluid flow regulator; locating the balloon between the foreskin and glans, and then manipulating the balloon to be partly or wholly under the foreskin by contacting the balloon with a manipulation device; actuating the fluid flow regulator to open the passage to fluid flow; introducing a fluid through the passage and into the balloon to cause the balloon to expand so as to apply a gentle and even pressure against the foreskin to stretch the foreskin; whilst maintaining the balloon in an expanded state, actuating the fluid flow regulator to close the passage to fluid flow.