Vaginal Pain

Women, and even some men, believe that the vagina can close shut. Truth is the muscles at the vaginal opening are not strong enough to completely reject vaginal access.  The muscles may clench tight enough to prevent consensual penetration but won’t prevent a forceful one. Women with vaginismus – an anxiety-based condition whereby vaginal penetration […]

Understanding Partial Success with Vaginismus Dilator Use Typical inquiries we receive about this very common situation of being able to use vaginismus dilators but unable to transition to penetrative sex: “I have done pelvic floor therapy in the past but I got stuck at the second to largest dilator and can’t seem to make further

Why Women with Vaginismus Use Clitoral Vibrators for Vaginismus There is a fallacy that refuses to die: ‘real’ sex is defined by having vaginal penetration, as in sexual intercourse.  What is ‘real’ sex? What is ‘sex?’  And what is the value of a sexual menu (watch this video!) if nothing counts except penis-in-vagina? And, when

Women with vaginismus may experience significant pelvic pain and discomfort during sexual activity. The causes of vaginismus can be both physical and psychological. As we delve deeper into the topic, we will explore the various causes, symptoms, and potential treatments, including pelvic floor physical therapy, to help women overcome vaginismus and engage in sexual intercourse

What is Vaginismus and Can Vaginismus Be Cured? Vaginismus, medically classified as a genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder, is a condition when the muscles of the vaginal opening involuntarily contract thus making vaginal penetrations – finger, menstrual insertables (tampons), pelvic exam, vaginal ultrasound, sexual intercourse – painful or impossible. Watch our video for a more in-depth explanation, What