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Vaginismus is a condition where the muscles inside the vagina tighten, close up, or spasm. This tightening is associated with painful vaginal sex or painful vaginal penetration of any kind, such as pain with inserting a tampon or undergoing a gynecologic examination.

Pelvic Floor Exercises to Help with Vaginismus

By |2025-02-01T16:08:04-08:00March 19, 2024|Pelvic Floor, Dilator, Painful Sex, Vaginismus|

Key Takeaways Pelvic floor exercises offer an effective treatment for vaginismus, which causes discomfort and pain during vaginal penetration. These exercises target the muscles supporting organs like the bladder, bowel, and uterus, and help enhance blood flow to the vaginal region. Regular practice, encompassing contractions, quick sprints, and relaxation, can help individuals regain control over these muscles, reducing involuntary contractions that cause discomfort. Consistency in these exercises and seeking professional guidance can be instrumental in managing vaginismus symptoms. We know ...

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Trans Women: Special Considerations for the Milli Vaginal Dilator

By |2025-02-01T16:21:16-08:00November 20, 2023|Dilator, Painful Sex, Vaginismus|

Vaginal Dilators as a Medical Device The Milli vaginal dilator is an FDA-cleared medical device intended for controlled dilation of the vagina. When cleared, a medical device is granted an indication for use. This is the Milli vaginal dilator’s labeled indication for use: For an examination (by your doctor) In preparation for a surgical procedure (that requires vaginal penetration) To help relieve the symptoms of vaginismus (a condition that involves tightening of the vaginal muscles) and related painful sex. The ...

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Does Vaginismus Last Forever?

By |2025-02-01T16:32:55-08:00August 22, 2023|Painful Sex, Pelvic Floor, Vaginismus|

Key Takeaways Painful sex is a common issue, with vaginismus being a condition characterized by involuntary muscle tightening of the vagina which leads to discomfort and pain during penetration. The pain associated with vaginismus can vary in intensity and may be described as burning, sharp, or mild discomfort. Physical causes of pain during sex include infections, tears, dryness, pelvic conditions, and surgeries, while non-physical causes can include anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. Treatment for vaginismus involves a combination of approaches, ...

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My Female Partner is Worried About Painful Sex: What do I do?!

By |2025-02-01T16:41:49-08:00May 28, 2023|Painful Sex, Dilator, Vaginismus|

It is more common than you might think for women to experience painful sex. Approximately 75 percent of women experience pain during or after sex at some point in their lives1. Because of the stigma around this issue, your partner might be hesitant to approach you about this. Painful sex may be related to a condition called vaginismus, which is the involuntary tightening of vaginal muscles. While the tightening of the muscles itself might not be painful, pain can occur ...

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Vaginal Dilators: What’s the Scoop?

By |2025-02-01T16:44:26-08:00May 15, 2023|Dilator, Menopause, Painful Sex, Pelvic Floor, Vaginismus|

Help relieve the symptoms of vaginismus: pain with sex, insertion of tampons, pelvic exams, or any other kind of wanted penetration. Pain with sex or any vaginal penetration can be difficult, but there are options. Vaginal dilators can be a great option when it comes to your journey to wellness.  Practices in relaxation and expansion of the vaginal and pelvic muscles may help ease the symptoms. The vaginal dilator is meant to help with this process, as it is designed to ...

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