The Everyday Sex Styles Most Likely to Leave You Bruised—From Positions to Toys

Fussing between the sheets is all fun and games, until someone gets hurt.

Sexual injuries are more common than you might think – almost four in ten have suffered one, according to research carried out by I love dear.

From bruises to urinary tract infections to back injuries, there are a number of different disasters in the bedroom, the sex toy retailer has found — even broken bones.

It is men who are most likely to say they have suffered a sexual injury – 39% of men compared to 36% of women.

So how can we ensure that sex doesn’t get worse?

Hope Flynn, head of content at Luud Health and founder of Feedmefemalereveals the everyday sex positions that can turn your hot sex session into a trip to first aid.

Doggy style

Doggy style is the sex position most likely to cause injury, with 54% of Brits admitting to being injured in this position.

Hope says: “Any position that involves arching or straightening the back is more likely to increase or cause back pain.

“If you already suffer from pain in this area, avoid.”

She recommends avoiding doggy style if you have lower back pain and instead opting for missionary with raised hips.

“Try a variation of the doggy style position, which involves lying on your stomach rather than on your knees,” says Hope.

“Lie down on the bed, supporting yourself with your hands under your chin.

“Putting a pillow under your hips can relieve pressure on your lower back. You can keep your legs closed, squeezing them once the position is established.

“Have your partner lie on top, entering from behind; This reduces friction and tension and provides shallower penetration, as deep penetration can also cause pain for some.”

Hope recommends using a high-quality lubricant for comfort in this position.

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Standing sex

Rubbing against a wall may seem like part of the spontaneous fun.

But Hope says, “Men are more likely to injure their backs during standing sex.”

Not only is the male likely to support more weight, but with height differences, they may also come in at an awkward angle.

Hope says: “Consider positions like spooning, which can offer more support as both partners are in a comfortable, relaxed position.”

Missionary

Did you think this classic position was a safe haven? Think again.

“Serious injuries during missionary work are generally rare, but injuries can include muscle strains in the back, legs and arms and also joint discomfort from remaining in the position for a long time,” says Hope.

One survey found that out of 1,600 Europeans and Americans, 19.2% of men who were injured during sex said it happened in the missionary position.

Hope said: “Again, the trusty pillow can provide support. Place a pillow or rolled towel under your back to maintain a natural arch if lying down hurts.

Reverse cowgirl

Hope says reverse cowgirl is the most threatening position for the penis.

Reverse cowgirl caused more than one in five painful penis experiences and a quarter of broken or fractured penises, according to one study. to study by Superdrug.

Making sure you are fully aroused before penetration with any sex toy is essential for comfort

Have hopeHead of Content at Luud Health and Founder of Feedmefemale

Fractures can also occur if a man is pulling too hard during penetration, as doing it too hard could mean he misses the spot.

“It’s important for both partners to be aware of certain positions that can cause the penis to bend when erect and also to be careful during vigorous sexual activity,” says Hope.

“Sex is all about communication, so if something feels uncomfortable, you should tell your partner.”

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Sex toys

If you’re new to the world of sex toys, there are a few things you should be aware of.

To avoid the risk of STIs, UTIs, bacterial vaginosis, and other infections caused by sex toys, Hope says it’s important to clean them after each use.

She says: “This is to ensure there is no build-up of bacteria that could cause irritation and increase the risk of infection.

“Just like penetrative sex, using a vibrator can hurt after repeated use and cause small tears.”

One in ten women has had vaginal tears due to sexual activity.

“Just make sure you take breaks if it starts to hurt, and maybe don’t use it for a while or think about getting a smaller one,” says Hope.

Not sure about the size?

“Start with something unintimidating, like a small candy, get to know your capabilities, and slowly increase the size of your toy over time,” says Hope.

“Making sure you are fully aroused before penetration with any sex toy is essential for comfort – and always use lubricant to help ease penetration if you are feeling dry or the toy is a little large.”

Finger fun

While penetrative sex can cause injuries, foreplay can also cause some problems as bacteria from our fingers can spread.

During sex and foreplay, bacteria that live in the genital region can enter the urethra – which has a small opening close to the vagina.

This bacteria can travel to the bladder and cause an infection, such as a UTI.

Hope also says that everyone should pee after sex, especially women.

She said: “Women’s urethras are shorter than men’s, so bacteria can easily enter and cause a urinary tract infection (UTI). When you pee after sex, it helps flush out bacteria and helps prevent urinary tract infections.

Symptoms of a UTI may include pain or a burning sensation when peeing, blood in the pee, needing to pee more than usual, and cloudy-looking pee.

“Many infections have noticeable symptoms, and the most common symptoms are burning, itching, or discharge from the genital area,” says Hope.

Signs of infection in the genitals include:

• Bumps, sores, or warts on or near the penis, vagina, mouth, or anus
• Swelling or severe itching near the penis or vagina
• Vaginal discharge that is foul-smelling, causes irritation, or is a different color or quantity than normal
• Vaginal bleeding that is not your period
• Painful sex
• Painful urination or frequent urination

“However, some infections have no symptoms, which is why it’s so important that you proactively test for STIs,” says Hope.

“I suggest testing every six months and paying attention to the testing windows. Please make sure you use condoms as protected sex is the best way to limit your chances of infection.”