A smartphone app designed to combat premature ejaculation could help men last longer in bed, according to a new study from the European Association of Urology (EAU). In a press release from the organization, researchers reported that a digital health tool called Melonga significantly improved ejaculatory control and sexual confidence in a clinical trial.
The results come from the CLIMACS study, which tested the app as a self-guided therapy for men with premature ejaculation, one of the most common sexual health problems in men. Premature ejaculation affects about 30% of men, yet many avoid seeking medical help out of shame or stigma, researchers say. The app is designed as a discreet, at-home option that teaches behavioral techniques used in clinical therapy.
How does the app actually help men last longer?
The Melonga app focuses on the psychological and behavioral aspects of premature ejaculation rather than medication. It guides users through educational content, mindfulness exercises, cognitive behavioral techniques, and physical training methods that help men recognize rising levels of arousal and control stimulation.
Additionally, some exercises include the well-known “start-stop” technique, which teaches users to stop stimulation before reaching climax. These techniques were developed by a team of urologists, sexologists and psychologists from several countries, including Germany, Finland, Belgium and the United States. The goal is to help users better manage anxiety, improve arousal awareness, and build confidence during sex.
What did the study actually find?
The CLIMACS study involved 80 men with no other underlying medical conditions who completed a 12-week program. Participants were asked to track the time from penetration to ejaculation using a stopwatch while also completing questionnaires about their sexual experiences and well-being. After three months, men who used the app saw their average time increase from 61 seconds to about 125 seconds, and their duration virtually doubled. In comparison, the control group showed almost no improvement.
Researchers also reported improvements in self-confidence, relationship satisfaction, and overall sexual well-being among app users. Notably, 22% of participants reported that they no longer experienced premature ejaculation after completing the program. These results definitely suggest smartphone-based therapy could are becoming a discreet and effective way to address sensitive health problems, although larger studies are still needed to confirm the results.
