Ease constipation by pressing fingers to the vagina
Vaginal splinting is a common way to ease constipation.
By pressing your fingers against the vaginal wall, you could ease stool out of the rectum.
It also discusses when you might need to talk to your healthcare provider about problems passing stool.
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What Is Vaginal Splinting?
Vaginal splinting is a form ofdigital evacuation(“digital” referring to fingers).
There are other ways to overcome constipation manually.
Is Vaginal Splinting Effective?
Vaginal splinting can be effective at aiding the evacuation of stool from the rectum.
They include:
Medical treatments for prolonged constipation can also include prescription medication andbiofeedback therapy.
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