Can dilators restore vaginal sensation?
Vaginal dilators can help restore comfort and flexibility in the vagina after surgery, trauma, or menopause, but they do not directly restore nerve function.
Detailed Medical Explanation
Dilators are recommended to gently stretch vaginal tissues, improve elasticity, and reduce discomfort, particularly for women recovering from surgery, cancer treatment, or conditions such as vaginismus. While sensation may improve as comfort and blood flow return, nerve regeneration is limited. NHS: Vaginismus.
Clinical Context
Dilators are best used under the guidance of a pelvic health physiotherapist or women’s health specialist for safety and effectiveness.
Evidence-Based Approaches
NHS and NICE recommend dilator therapy after pelvic surgery or trauma to restore function and reduce pain (NICE CKS).