You want each dilator in a set to be just a smidge larger than the one before it, so that you don’t injure yourself when you graduate to the next size (more on how to use them below). Anal Dilator Developed By a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Many find success using rectal dilators for constipation, fissures, fecal incontinence, complications from Crohn’s Disease/IBD, and painful anal intercourse. Stated that I was Courageous enough to explore my body with VuVa Dilators and good results that made me feel normal, and pain free. Many people have to train the anal sphincter muscles at the entrance of the anal canal to relax enough to accept a toy or body part.

The dilators are made of high-quality, delicate and smooth medical silicone, which makes the application of the dilator comfortable. Francisco Vilardell (2006), Digestive Endoscopy in the Second Millennium: From the Lichtleiter to Echoendoscopy, Thieme, pp. This combination of smooth silicone and gentle progression in size allow for gentle stretching and training of the pelvic floor muscles, anus, and rectum to allow for better rectal capacity. Glass is completely body-safe and compatible with all types of lube, ensuring you can use whatever is most comfortable for you. As well as for use rectally, the dilator set can be used vaginally to help women with Vaginismus and vaginal tightness; and to aid the recovery of those who have had surgery or radiotherapy for relief of internal discomfort and to help keep the vaginal muscles supple and free from scarring.These kits assist in progressive anal dilation, aiding in relaxation and preparation for various activities, offering a controlled approach for those exploring anal play or therapy. People of all genders can benefit from treatment with rectal dilators for medical diagnosis of constipation, fissure, muscle spasms around the anus, and more. We don’t recommend leaving in an anal dilator (or butt plug for that matter) for any extended period of time. Glass is also compatible with all lubes, including silicone-based lube (which can’t be used with silicone dilators or toys).

To experience the true benefits of rectal dilator therapy, it is vital to commit to regular practice until relief is ongoing and you’ve reached your goal. If your doctor has recommended dilation, stick to the prescribed schedule and talk to them about any concerns. If dilation is the only goal, there’s no reason to keep it inside once you’ve managed to get it in all the way.

Each sealed dilator contains a thermal jelly which, when heated or cooled, maintains the dilator’s temperature during use.

You can enjoy the feeling of fullness or kick it up a notch with some simultaneous stimulation by way of clit action, a hand job, oral, or some erogenous play. Once you’ve found the most comfortable position, gently rub 1-2 tablespoons of water-based lubricant around the anus and another 1-2 tablespoons on the tip of the rectal dilator that your physiotherapist has recommended as your starting size. Useful for anal stenosis, narrowing of the anal passage, making bowel movements difficult and fissures more likely.Do not use a petroleum-based lubricant because it will increase your risk of infection and be more difficult to wash off. We do not delete reviews unless a review is based on false facts or it is an unobjective vituperative criticism, attack on human dignity or criminal offence such as insult. As you gradually increase the size, when you feel comfortable to, the tension in the rectal muscles is relived which reduces constipation and pain. Pelvic floor issues like chronic prostatitis, endometriosis, and proctalgia fugax (severe, intermittent episodes of rectal cramps that can be triggered by menstruation) can create pain that can be quite debilitating,” says Lavender. In other instances, anal dilators, like vaginal dilators (similar tools inserted into the vagina), are used in conjunction with pelvic floor physical therapy to alleviate pelvic floor dysfunction.