Pelvic pain is a symptom voiced by numerous patients and may be related to many other disorders, including vaginismus, endometriosis, pelvic floor tension myalgia, among others. The pelvic wand is one of the most effective devices that have been invented in targeting and relieving trigger points within the pelvic floor muscles. In this article, we go in detail into the application of a pelvic wand, more specially the intimate rose pelvic wand, which is very helpful for relief from pelvic pain and stimulates its long-term healing.
Understanding Pelvic Wands
Pelvic wands are specially designed tools for self-massage of pelvic floor muscles. These are deep, intra-pelvic muscles that develop painful trigger points out of stress, tension, injury, or medical conditions.
The Intimate Rose Pelvic Wand is one such popular choice that is the foremost in design and accesses both superficial and deep muscles of the obturator internus and puborectalis muscles. It is covered in silky smooth, medical-grade silicone, which makes it comfortable to use by both men and women.
Types of Pelvic Wands
Intimate Rose offers a number of pelvic wands with specialized features:
- Standard Pelvic Wand: This is designed for precision to reach those hard-to-reach pelvic muscles with great precision and control.
- Vibrating Pelvic Wand: This comes fitted with 10 different vibration settings, hence stimulating the circulation of blood and muscle relaxation. It gives value addition to pain relief and the healing process.
- Temperature Therapy Pelvic Wand: Can be both heated and cooled for extra relief using temperature therapy.
Why Use a Pelvic Wand?
Health professionals, especially pelvic floor physical therapists, recommend pelvic wands for improving chronic pelvic pain. The use of a pelvic wand can self-treat painful trigger points in the pelvic floor muscles, which may be poorly accessed by other means. Regular use has the potential to:
- Reduce pain from tight pelvic muscles
- Improve muscle relaxation and circulation
- Address conditions such as vaginismus, painful sex (dyspareunia), pelvic floor tension myalgia
The Vibrating Pelvic Wand is specifically helpful due to its vibrating function, which helps loosen up muscles further and can actually expedite the healing process further.
How to Use a Pelvic Wand for Pain Relief
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to use a pelvic wand, ensuring the most effective pain relief:
- Step 1: Preparation
Wash the wand well with warm water and soap before use. Find a quiet, comfortable place to lie down where you can relax in your home. This may be your bed, your couch, or even your floor. Ensure that you are private and have enough time to devote to the procedure.
Most pelvic wands are designed with two ends for shallow and deeper muscles. The curved end, with the pointed tip, allows reaching most easily those trigger points closer to the entrance of the vagina or rectum, while the longer, rounded end is best for deeper, tender points in the pelvic floor.
It is very important to apply a liberal amount of water-based lubricant to the treatment end of the wand. This will assure ease and comfort during insertion, as well as protect the integrity of the medical-grade silicone. Apply additional lubricant to the opening of the vagina or rectum, as well.
The most common position for pelvic wand use is lying on your back with your knees bent and your feet planted on the ground. Others find lying on their side with a pillow between the knees gives them added comfort. Whichever position makes you most comfortable, pursue that now.
The pelvic floor muscles are sensitive to tension, and deep breathing can help release tension. Begin with some deep, slow breaths. Take a deep breath in, allowing your belly to rise before slowly exhaling. Keep taking these breaths as the pelvic wand is used to further encourage the pelvic floor to relax.
Gently approach the wand to the vaginal or rectal entrance. Insert it on the release of a breath as your body lets go of tension while exhaling. Slowly sweep the wand inside until you come upon an area of tenderness or a trigger point. These are spots that may feel uncomfortable or painful but are crucial for relief of tension.
As you find a trigger point, you can press in slowly and gently. You could think of the pressure as being like the pressure used to test if a tomato is ripe—hard enough to test it, but not so hard you bruise or "squish" it. Keep pressure on the trigger point and slowly rock your flexed knee from side to side until the ache disappears.
Remain here for one to two minutes, allowing the muscle to completely let go. Continue deep breathing to further relax your body. You can repeat this once to twice a day depending on your level of discomfort.
Vibration and Temperature Therapy
In addition to the techniques that have been discussed, vibration and temperature therapy may provide additional relief for some individuals who experience chronic pelvic pain.
Vibrating Pelvic Wand
The Vibrating Pelvic Wand has 10 soothing vibration settings that help promote circulation and relax the pelvic floor muscles even more. Vibration, in general, stimulates blood flow, allowing healing and pain relief more quickly than manual pressure can stimulate.
Temperature Therapy Pelvic Wand
This can be heated or cooled before use for those seeking added benefits from temperature therapy. This can help promote blood flow and relax tense muscles, while cold therapy is typically good for reducing inflammation or easing acute pain.
To use temperature therapy, simply heat the wand under warm tap water or cool it in the freezer. Be sure not to overheat or boil the wand, as this can damage the medical-grade silicone.
Safety and Considerations
While pelvic wands can help greatly, there are ways in which to use them safely. Always consult a healthcare professional or pelvic floor therapist before beginning any new treatment. Additionally, consider these safety tips:
- Always use water-based lubricants.
- Never use excessive force or pressure on the wand.
- Wash your wand thoroughly before and after every use of it.
- Stop if the pain gets worse.
This Intimate Rose Pelvic Wand is intended for the management of pelvic pain and to relax pelvic floor muscles. Whether in the form of vaginismus, dyspareunia, or pelvic floor tension myalgia, all manner of chronic conditions-the wand may relieve one's discomfort and help stimulate a healing response.
Are you ready to begin exploring relief from pelvic pain? Take a look at Remington Medical's full line of pelvic wands and find the right match for your needs.