How to use your Amielle Care vaginal dilators
Before You Begin –
Prior to first-time use, wash dilators and handle in warm, soapy
water, rinse thoroughly and allow to dry.
Privacy –
Use the dilators in a private, comfortable setting where you will
be undisturbed.
Positioning –
The recommended position to use the dilators is to lie flat on
your back with your knees bent and legs slightly apart. Alternatively, you may stand
with one leg raised on a chair.
Progression –
Start with the smallest dilator and, once you can comfortably insert it,
progress to the next size up. You may find when you first use the dilators that you can
only tolerate the tip of the dilator. With persistent use you will be able to gradually
progress to full insertion, then larger sizes. When transitioning sizes, move from the
smaller dilator to the next size in the same session, as vaginal muscles will already be
relaxed and the transition will be easier. The time it takes to progress from size to size
varies by individual.
Duration & Frequency –
Duration and frequency of dilation may range from three
minutes twice a week up to ten minutes and twice daily*. Please consult with your
Healthcare Professional.
Cleaning Instructions –
Amielle Care vaginal dilators and handle, should be washed
after each use. Wash in warm, soapy water, rinse thoroughly and allow to dry before
storing in carrying bag. Ensure all traces of soap are removed to avoid irritation.
Remember to wash the dilator handle if it has been used.
* International Guidelines on Vaginal Dilation after Pelvic Radiotherapy, June 2012.
As a result of your recent treatment, your vagina may have become narrowed and shortened due
to the formation of scar tissue.
Amielle Care vaginal dilators have been designed to greatly reduce your risk of scarring and assist
you in keeping your vagina supple. This will help reduce any long term discomfort from follow
up examinations, further treatments and sexual intercourse.
This guide was written in conjunction with The UK National Forum of Gynaecological
Oncology Nurses.
Please read these instructions fully before using Amielle Care vaginal dilators for the first time.
Warranty Information
The warranty offered by Owen Mumford Limited (
“we”
) in relation to this product is
set out at
owenmumford.com
. PLEASE READ THIS WARRANTY IN FULL. Your rights
under the laws of your country are not affected.
