Vibrators

The History of Vibrators

The electrically-powered vibrator was invented in the 1880s by doctors, who had been ostensibly treating women for "hysteria" and "female hysteria" for centuries by performing what we would now recognize as masturbating those women to orgasm. At the time, however, not only did doctors regard the "vulvular stimulation" required as having nothing to do with sex, they reportedly found it time-consuming and hard work. The vibrator got the job done more quickly and without such efforts, and as such was extremely popular with doctors. Home versions began to appear soon after and became equally popular, with adverts in places like Needlecraft, Woman's Home Companion, Modern Priscilla and the Sears, Roebuck catalog. These disappeared in the 1920s, apparently because their appearance in pornography made it no longer tenable for polite society to avoid the sexual connotations of the devices.

In their more common guise as "body massagers", millions of vibrators have been sold to both men and women. Some of the purchasers never use their purchases for anything other than relief from muscular tension or aches and pains. However, many people who purchase vibrators marketed as "body massagers" -- and, presumably, most people who purchase vibrators marketed as adult toys -- use them to attain sexual release, primarily in masturbation, a form of autoeroticism. Vibrators are also used by couples as an enhancement to the pleasure of one or both partners, and are often recommended by sex therapists to women who have difficulty reaching orgasm by other means.

The vibrator is probably one of the most popular of all sex toys. There are so many variations and models that most women / couples can find a vibrator to suit their needs.

Types of Erotic Vibrators

An enormous range of vibrators exist, falling into several broad categories:

Clitoral - Primary function is to stimulate the clitoris.

Dildo-shaped - Approximately penis shaped, can be made of plastic, silicone or latex.

Finger Vibrators - Small vibrators that are usually worn on the fingers.

Waterproof Vibrators- A seal or ring prevents water from damaging the battery compartment. Can be used underwater. When shopping, check the features to see if a vibrator is waterproof. Note: Splashproof can be splashed but not submerged.

Rabbit Vibrators - Two pronged for stimulation of both the vagina and the clitoris.

G-spot Vibrators - Similar to the traditional vibrator but with a curve for g-spot stimulation and often a soft jelly like coating.

Bullet or Egg - Bullet or egg shaped vibrator which can be used for stimulation of the clitoris or insertion into the vagina or anus

Pocket rocket - Shaped like a cylinder, one of its ends has some vibrating bulges. It is meant to stimulate the clitoris or nipples, not for vaginal insertion.

Multi-Speed or Multi-Vibration - A vibrator that offers various levels of vibration speed or various rhythms of vibration, or both.

App Control or Bluetooth Remote - Control your vibrator via an app or using bluetooth.

Thrusting - An up and down stroking motion along the shaft that simulates penetration.

Rotates - A spinning motion in the tip or shaft.

Couples Cock Rings - A vibrating cock ring meant to be worn at the base of the penis to stimulate both him and her.