A smartphone app designed to address premature ejaculation could help men last longer in bed, according to new research presented by the European Association of Urology (EAU). In a press release from the organization, researchers reported that a digital health tool called Melonga significantly improved ejaculation control and sexual confidence in a clinical study.
The findings come from the CLIMACS study, which tested the app as a self-guided therapy for men experiencing premature ejaculation, which is one of the most common male sexual health concerns. Premature ejaculation affects roughly 30% of men, yet many avoid seeking medical help due to embarrassment 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 arousal levels and control stimulation.
Additionally, some exercises include the well-known “start-stop” technique, which teaches users to pause 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 trial involved 80 men without other underlying health conditions who participated in a 12-week program. Participants were asked to track the time from penetration to ejaculation using a stopwatch while completing questionnaires about their sexual experiences and well-being. After three months, men using the app saw their average time increase from 61 seconds to about 125 seconds, effectively doubling their duration. By comparison, the control group showed almost no improvement.
Researchers also reported improvements in confidence, relationship satisfaction, and overall sexual well-being among app users. Notably, 22% of participants said they no longer experienced premature ejaculation after completing the program. These findings definitely suggest smartphone-based therapy could become a discreet and effective way to address sensitive health issues, though larger studies are still needed to confirm the results.
