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In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler talk about a study on how VR erotica might improve sperm quality for sperm donors. They discuss the results, the potential benefits for fertility, and how VR could be used in new ways to enhance reproductive health.
- 00:30 – Study Overview: Research and Methodology: The study involved 62 sperm donors providing samples using both traditional 2D porn and VR erotica, analyzing over 500 ejaculates to compare sperm quality.
- 01:54 – Results: VR vs. Traditional Porn: The study found that VR erotica improved sperm motility by 50% when the time between ejaculates was less than 14 hours, outperforming traditional porn.
- 03:40 – Expert Insights: Sperm Bank Experiences: Dr. Morgentaler shares his experience managing a sperm bank, explaining how abstinence periods and visual stimuli affect sperm quality and donor performance.
- 05:53 – VR Porn in Fertility Treatments: The doctors discuss how VR could help men struggling with fertility by enhancing sperm quality or reducing psychological barriers during conception.
- 08:41 – Future of VR in Sexual Health: The episode wraps up with a look at the growing role of VR in sexual health, calling for more research into its applications in improving fertility and enhancing sexual well-being.
Resources
Rosenkjær, D., Pacey, A., Montgomerie, R., & Skytte, A. B. (2022). Effects of virtual reality erotica on ejaculate quality of sperm donors: A balanced and randomized controlled cross-over within-subjects trial. Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology, 20(1), Article 149. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12958-022-01021-1
