The purpose of a dilator is to help assist patients in stretching their own pelvic floor. This self treatment of the pelvic floor in conjunction with ongoing physical therapy can make a huge difference in progress.
Your physical therapist will recommend if you would benefit from a dilator. This will help maintain progress made in your sessions.
Dilators are typically used in sets as your progress through sizes. The goal is to get to a size that is equivalent of your partner without discomfort.
Start by finding 15 minutes of calm, free time in your day. This can be difficult to do understandably, but working with a dilator isn't something you want to rush!
Complete your external stretches, a favorite being happy baby pose! This is a great stretch for the pelvic floor!
Let the dilator rest at that point until it no longer feels as intense of a stretch (about 5-10 minutes) This should not be excruciating, but feel a little discomfort/stretch sensation. You can slightly angle the dilator to get more of the left/right side.
Finally, gently remove the dilator and wash with mild soap and water. Store in a clean plastic bag.
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