LAURA BERMAN PLASTIC VIBRATING DILATORS features:
- 4 sizes of plastic dilators (TPS) with interlocking sleeves for custom girth selection
- a multi-speed vibrating handle and shaft (uses 2 x AA batteries, not included)
- size 1 comes integrated into the handle, the next 3 sizes slot over each other and lock into place onto the handle
- each dilator has a rounded end, gently tapering out to maximum width by approximately 1cm up shaft
- a soft knobbly outer sleeve (TPR) fits over the size 3 dilator to give increased sensation and texture
DILATORS ARE GENERALLY USED:
- After clinical treatments known to cause adhesions (soft tissue fusion) within the vagina such as after any surgical procedures, a vaginal or abdominal hysterectomy, radiotherapy or after childbirth.
- To reduce spasms/clamping of pelvic floor muscles and to retrain vaginal muscles to relax (e.g. in cases of vaginismus; painful intercourse; or following childbirth).
- To help stretch scarring caused from stitches after birth or with vulval skin conditions such as lichen sclerosis.
- To assist in overcoming psychological trauma associated with sexual intercourse.
- By women who have pain with sex, caused by other reasons.
A typical dilator program involves inserting a dilator that is comfortable yet applies some vaginal pressure/stretch. Dilators can be used daily (for approx. 10 mins) while doing relaxation techniques. After this a self-stretching program and scar tissue massage can be performed. The goal is to insert the largest size dilator that you need to accommodate (usually the size of your husbands/partners penis) with no pain, stress response, fear/anxiety or embarrassment. Dilators can be used in the bath and cleaned with warm soapy water.
A personalised program cannot be offered on this website. Please seek the advice of your pelvic floor Physiotherapist if you are seeing one. Or please Contact Us if you have any questions. I am happy to give advice and guide you in your decision.
A high-quality lubricant is recommended to use with the dilators - we recommend any of the lubricants sold in this store.
DIMENSIONS:
Size | Length (cm) | Max. Circumference (cm) | Diameter (at base) |
1 | 9cm | 7.2cm | 2.0cm |
2 | 11cm | 8.7cm | 2.7cm |
3 | 14cm | 10.5cm | 3.2cm |
4 | 15cm | 12cm | 3.7cm |
Size 2 + knobbly outer sleeve | 11.5cm | 12cm | 3.3cm |
Handle | 10.5cm |
About the Designer:
Laura Berman, LCSW, PhD, is an assistant professor of Psychiatry and Obstetrics/Gynaecology at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University. She has been working as a sex educator and therapist for 20 years and is considered a leader in her field. Her latest book, Real Sex for Real Women is an international Best Seller.
We recommend seeing a doctor before commencing a vaginal dilator program to rule out medical reasons for your symptoms including vaginal infections, diseases, skin conditions or other.
If the use of these products does not relieve your symptoms - please consult your Doctor, Gynaecologist or experienced pelvic health Physiotherapist.
Take a positive step and consider an online zoom consultation with Sharon from Restore Physiotherapy, for more information for contact details below. She has flexible times and days to suit you.
DISCLAIMER:
Restore Physiotherapy is not responsible for the misuse of this product. Our statements are suggestions only. Please use caution when using. We recommend consulting a Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist for assessment and help with proper use. Sold as an adult novelty toy only.