Penis enlargement is a general term for any method aimed at increasing the length, girth (thickness), or both, of the penis. It covers natural, lifestyle-based methods and manual exercises through to mechanical devices and, in a small number of cases, surgery - not one single procedure.
What is penis enlargement? It is any method used to increase the length or girth of the penis. We do it the naturopathic way, with herbal remedies made at our clinic.
Most men who look into enlargement are really asking about one of two things:
Understanding which one actually matters to you helps narrow down which approaches are worth considering - see our full Types of Penis Enlargement comparison.
This is one of the most misunderstood parts of the category, and one that misleading marketing regularly exploits. Some methods - particularly certain surgical techniques that release the suspensory ligament connecting the penis to the pubic bone - primarily change how the penis hangs when flaccid. They can make the penis appear longer at rest without meaningfully changing erect length.
If erect length or girth is your actual goal, it's worth asking any method you're considering directly whether the claimed change applies to the flaccid state, the erect state, or both.
We do penis enlargement the naturopathic way. After a private consultation, our naturopath prepares herbal remedies at our clinic for you, supported by circulation, nutrition and lifestyle guidance.
This page is for general education and does not replace individualized medical advice.
Is penis enlargement the same as male enhancement?
"Male enhancement" is often a broader marketing term covering enlargement, erectile support, and libido together. Here, "penis enlargement" specifically means length or girth change.
Does penis enlargement require surgery?
No. Most men explore non-surgical approaches first. See our surgery overview for that separate category.
Can enlargement methods affect both length and girth at once?
Some can, to varying degrees - covered method-by-method on the Types of Penis Enlargement page.
When men ask "what is penis enlargement?", they usually mean one of three goals. Knowing which one matters most to you helps us plan the right programme.
Some men want a longer penis, either when soft, when erect, or both. Length is measured from the base, pressed gently against the pubic bone, to the tip.
Others are more interested in thickness. Girth is measured around the middle of the erect shaft, and many partners notice girth more than length.
For many men, penis enlargement is really about feeling good: firmer erections, more stamina and less worry. Because blood flow plays a big part in how full the penis looks, supporting circulation is a key part of our approach.
We do penis enlargement the naturopathic way, so treatment is natural and non-surgical. Here is what it involves:
There is no surgery, no needles and no recovery time, so you can carry on with your normal life throughout.
No. Most men who ask about penis enlargement are within the normal range. See average penis size for the research.
Most programmes run for 3 to 6 months. Natural treatment works gradually and results vary from man to man.
Yes. Your consultation and everything you share are kept private.
Start with a consultation at our Sandton clinic. We are open 24/7. Book online or call +27 64 608 1568. You can also compare all the types of penis enlargement first.
Herbal remedies made at our clinic, a programme built for you, and no surgery or needles.