How to use condoms, 9 correct methods

During sexual intercourse, people usually choose to use condoms to prevent pregnancy. This is the simplest and most effective way. However, do you know the correct way to use condoms? It is precisely because of the lack of knowledge of the correct way to use condoms that unexpected pregnancies occur.

1. 9 ways to use condoms correctly:

1. Before each sexual intercourse, a new rubber condom must be used;

2. It must be put on before sexual intercourse begins;

3. Carefully tear open the individually sealed packaging bag, and avoid using sharp tools such as scissors;

4. Pinch the front end of the condom with your fingers, squeeze out the air, and then put it on the erect penis;

5. Reserve space at the front of the condom;

6. Make sure the condom covers the entire penis;

7. If necessary, water-based lubricants should be used, as oil-based lubricants may cause condoms to break;

8. After ejaculation, while the penis is still erect, hold the edge of the condom tightly and pull out the penis;

9. Never keep condoms in your wallet or near heat sources for a long time. (Photo source: CFP)

2. Most people use it incorrectly

The Kinsey Center for Sexology reported a recent survey by American scientists, the results of which showed that the vast majority of respondents did not fully understand the correct way to use condoms.

Scientists surveyed 158 male college students at Indiana University. Participants had to meet the following criteria: unmarried and had used condoms at least once in the three months before the survey.

After summarizing and analyzing the questionnaires, the researchers found that even among college students with a strong awareness of protection, there are still serious problems with condom use. 74% of the respondents did not check whether the condom was damaged before use; 61% of the respondents did not check the expiration date. In addition, there are still many technical problems: 43% of the respondents put on condoms after starting sexual life; 15% took off the condoms before the end of sex; 40% of the respondents did not leave a certain gap at the top of the condom; and 30% of the respondents put on the condom upside down.

Statistics show that 29% of respondents reported condom breakage, while 13% reported condom falling off during sexual intercourse. The scientists who led the study pointed out that these accidents were mainly caused by improper use by the respondents. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has strict regulations on the product quality of condoms. Before a product can be put on the market, it must undergo multiple testing processes such as water leak tests, air burst tests, and pinhole tests. In addition, the product's tensile strength and elongation must be tested. Those that fail the tests are not allowed to be put on the market.