195: Pump It Up: VaxAid, Hydro Pumps & Erection Rehab with Tim from VaxAid

In this episode of The Penis Project Podcast, Melissa welcomes Tim, the brand manager of VaxAid, to introduce a revolutionary vacuum erection device now launching in Australia. If you've heard Melissa talk about Bathmate, you’ll want to hear about its medical-grade cousin—VaxAid—which combines water-based technology with medically approved features, making it one of the safest and most effective penis pumps on the market. It is also the only pump that can be used in water and air. 

Tim and Melissa dive into everything you need to know: how it works, why hydro pumps are different to air pumps, the benefits of VaxAid's unique erection ring system, and what makes it TGA, FDA, and ISO certified. They also explore how this device fits into broader penile rehabilitation strategies post-cancer treatment, after surgery, or for general sexual health optimisation. 

Key Takeaways: 

• What is VaxAid, and how is it different from traditional air pumps or the original Bathmate? 

• Why hydraulic pressure is safer and more effective than air-based systems 

• The importance of nocturnal erections and penile exercise in preventing long-term ED 

• How VaxAid’s comfort ring system supports blood flow while allowing for sexual intercourse 

• Insights into post-prostatectomy rehabilitation and vacuum therapy best practices 

• What makes VaxAid TGA-registered, FDA-compliant, and ISO GMP-certified 

• How VaxAid is supporting global clinical trials in collaboration with FirmTech 

• Tips for pump maintenance, correct sizing, and why quality matters in men’s health devices 

Featured Product: VaxAid Hydro Pump 

• TGA-Registered in Australia 

• FDA-Registered (U.S.) 

•  ISO-Certified Good Manufacturing Practice 

•  Clinically approved erection rings (sizes in 4mm increments) 

•  Designed for both rehabilitation and sexual activity 

•  Works in water (bath/shower) or air (bedroom use) 

• Available in multiple sizes for optimal fit and pressure control 

Top Tips when using: 

• Keep pubic hair trimmed for optimal seal 

• Clean valve parts regularly to prevent water buildup 

• Use the handball pump for more comfortable use, especially post-surgery 

• Choose the right size—think Goldilocks: not too big, not too small, just right! 

 

Expert Insight from Melissa Hadley Barrett: 

• Using a penile pump daily can improve blood flow and preserve erectile function 

• Men often lose nocturnal erections during cancer recovery—this pump helps restore them 

• Cheaper pumps can cause damage due to inconsistent pressure—medical-grade pumps prevent that 

Listener Offer: 

Get 10% off your VaxAid with the code RHC20 – available for Australian and international orders 

 

Resources & Links: 

• Book a telehealth consult with our sexual health nurse practitioners at Restorative Health Clinic 

• For more information check out our websites www.rshealth.com.au , www.makehardeasy.com.au  

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