Category Archives: Dilators
Dilators and Airport Security for our Vaginismus Patients
Part of the Botox treatment program for vaginismus is progressive dilation under anesthesia. After treatment, patients are counseled on proper dilation and a dilation schedule to follow post treatment. Dilation is a very important part of the treatment program. Every … Continue reading
Dilator Advancement, Getting Unstuck
Most of the patients that we treat for vaginismus have a very severe form of vaginismus (Lamont grade 3,4; Pacik grade 5 — the most severe form) that have spent years trying different forms of conservative therapy and have failed … Continue reading
Transitioning to Intercourse – Stories from our patients
Transitioning from dilators to intercourse can be monumental for many patients when still in the early stages of overcoming their anxiety to penile penetration, despite heroic progress with dilators. There are difficulties finding the “right position”, finding where the vagina … Continue reading
Olive Oil. Not just for cooking
Lubrication for vaginismus Lubrications are always a big topic for vaginismus patients. Most women use water-soluble lubes, and it is a good idea to check what the different companies have to offer on the Internet. Water-soluble lubes tend to absorb … Continue reading
Having Fun with Dilating Before Intercourse
I have spoken to my patients many times about the importance of dilating with the larger dilators before intercourse. Some of my patients are using vibrators to help them relax while dilating and this has helped them with success transitioning … Continue reading
Dilators: When Holding Steady is Falling Behind
Anxiety provoking aspects of vaginismus The three most anxiety producing aspects of severe vaginismus appear to be the thoughts of intercourse, GYN exams and the use of dilators. I have had patients almost decide not to have the Botox treatment … Continue reading
Transitioning to Intercourse and The Importance of Dilating
Many vaginismus sufferers have had years of failed therapy and relationships that did not work out. For the vaginismus sufferer who discovered her condition on her honeymoon, vaginismus has caused a lot of anguish and heartbreak and the marriage is … Continue reading
Observations – Vaginismus — Botox vs. Dilation Only
Dilation only in the treatment of vaginismus In the treatment of vaginismus using the Pacik Botox Program, I have a number of patients who have opted for the dilation part of the program without the use of Botox. This still … Continue reading
Dilating Gets Easier Every Day
Botox for the Treatment of Vaginismus Botox for vaginismus is a simple, nonsurgical treatment. When Botox is injected directly into the spastic vaginal muscles, the nerve impulses to the areas of spasm are blocked. This reduces muscle activity and thus … Continue reading