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Kegel Exercise Using Kegel Balls

Posted on Monday, October 16th, 2017

Particularly recommended for the postpartum uterine involution as a treatment to alleviate and prevent incontinence and strengthen the pelvic floor and helping to have more satisfying sex.

The pelvic floor can weaken during pregnancy, child birth and post partum.    During pregnancy it is caused by the weight of the uterus. During birth it is caused by the baby stretching the vaginal walls as it passes through the vaginal canal and further aggravated if an episiotomy is carried out.    During the post partum period if the weakening muscles are not exercised or carried out too vigorously the weakening of the pelvic floor muscles may be accentuated.

The menopause may bring hormonal changes causing the pelvic floor to become less flexible with weaken tissues. There are many other causes for weakening pelvic floor muscles for example high impact sport, genetic inheritance, obesity, chronic constipation and chronic coughing and stress.

The use of Kegel Balls adds to self administered exercises helping to strengthen the pelvic and vaginal muscles adding a further dimension to ones independence and self esteem.

Kegel Balls is available from our website under www.esshop.co.uk   click on sexual health then women’s gynae health. Alternately, call our sales office on 01483 456007 

 

PELVIX CONES STRENGTHENS YOUR PELVIC FLOOR

Posted on Tuesday, September 26th, 2017

Including organs such as the Vagina, Urethra and Rectum.

PELVIX offers  a natural therapy based on a 5 step program of exercises of the Pelvic floor muscles by gradually increasing weights regime.

Made in medical grade silicone when introduced into the vagina,  Pelvix naturally causes spontaneous reaction of the perineum and creates a natural stimulus that causes a reflex action in the Pelvis to counteract gravity.   Thereby strengthening muscle tone.

When do you need PELVIX ?

The pelvic floor muscles can deteriorate due to the following events.

PREGNANCY,  BIRTH and POST- PARTUM

These are the main risk factors that predispose a women to suffer from pelvic floor dysfunction.

THE MENOPAUSE

With hormonal changes brought about by the menopause the pelvic floor can become weakened and less flexible

HIGH IMPACT SPORTS

Sports such as aerobics and jogging can increase intra-abdominal pressure and cause loss of muscle tone in the pelvic floor even in younger women.

SYMPTONS OF PELVIC FLOOR DISORDER.

Urinary Incontinence.   Involuntary loss of urine through loss of sphincter control.

 

PELVIC FLOOR REHABILITION

Treatment with Pelvix Cones involves exercises aimed at improving muscle strength and elasticity, increasing urethral closure and preventing urine loss.   It increases muscle tone in the pelvis muscles provided you stay strictly to the routine guidelines.   Noticeable improvements can be achieved.

Indications.   Pelvic floor weakness, stress urinary incontinence, loss of sensitivity in sexual relations, prevention of the effects of pelvic floor weakness.  

PELVIX is available from our website under www.esshop.co.uk and click on sexual health then women’s gynae health.

Alternatively, call our SALES OFFICE on 01483 456007 

 

 

 

Progressive Rehabilitation for Vaginal Atrophy

Posted on Monday, September 11th, 2017

A regime to recover and train tissue elasticity of the Vaginal canal and consequently lose fear of penetration.

Vaginal constriction causes discomfort, burning, pain and even complete inability to have intercourse.  Vaginismus is a common cause of on going sexual pain .  It can effect women at all stages of life; even women who have had sex comfortable for years.  This disorder is often accompanied by the reduction of oestrogen levels.

INTIMRELAX is a daily exercise program aiming to fully recover the cavity and vaginal elasticity, alleviate coital pain and consequently lose fear of penetration.   INTIMRELAX consists of a set of 3 ergonomically shaped vaginal dilators of differing sizes in order to gradually solve this disorder which has adverse effects on sexuality and psychological health in general.

ONE SESSION A DAY when starting with the smallest dilator can be comfortably be inserted without discomfort as part of the exercise before continuing with the next size.

INTIMRELAX  VAGINAL DILATOR SET is available from our website under www.esshop.co.uk and click on sexual health then women’s gynae health.  Alternatively, call our SALES OFFICE on 01483 456007.

menstrual cup

Posted on Monday, September 4th, 2017

The Eve menstrual cup is a container in the form of a bell shape that is introduced into the vagina during the menstruation to deposit the menstrual flow.  In comparison to tampons, which are also used internally, the menstrual cup doesn’t absorb the flow; this remains inside the cup until it is removed from the vagina.

The Eve Cup, unlike tampons and sanitary pads, is not porous, absorbent or fibrous, so it does not dry or scratch the vaginal walls.   It does not disrupt the natural capacity of self cleaning, it is not uncomfortable when removing and it does not leave fibre remains.

The Eve Cup can be used at any time in the month, so that the user can practice insertion and extraction when she is not menstruating to get used to it.    The Eve menstrual cup can be brought forward one or two days due to the smooth suction effect it produces.   Some women have reported shorter menstruations caused by this same effect.

The Eve Cup requires to be changed (or emptied) with less frequency than tampons or sanitary towels.   Its capacity, depending upon which size is used 25 or 15ml forms almost a third of the blood volume that a woman loses in each menstrual period as an average, so it can remain for up to 12 hours without being emptied.

It does not have any thread that is visible or felt, it doesn’t smell and can be used anywhere in any situation even on the beach or in the swimming pool.

The initial investment in the purchase of an Eve Menstrual Cup recovered after 5 or 6 months of expenses in tampons or sanitary pads.    This way, it also protects the environment in comparison to other methods that are disposable.

The Eve Cup is available for purchase from our website at www.esshop.co.uk and click on Sexual Health.  Alternatively, call our Sales Office on 01483 456007.

Products for Women’s Gynaecological Health

Posted on Monday, July 17th, 2017

Four new female products have been added to our range of products under Women’s Gynae. Health

I.    EVE menstrual cup.    Hygienic collection device for the menstrual period

2.   PELVIX exercise Cones for the pelvic floor muscles

3.   INTIMRELAX consisting 3 vaginal dilators to assist relaxation

4.   KEGEL BALLS   to strengthen the Pelvic  floor muscles 

 

 EVE CUP is a comfortable user friendly menstrual cup designed to be inserted into the vagina to collect the menstrual flow for up to 12 hours before cleaning and re-inserting again if necessary.  Available in 2 sizes.

 

PELVIX offers a natural therapy based on a series of 5 differing weighted cones that are placed into the vagina in order to encourage muscle tone and strengthening to facilitate better sphincter control of the bladder, vagina and anus.

 

INTIMRELAX is indicated for treating atrophic vaginitis or vaginal narrowing which can effect the young or elderly women even after years of sexual pain free intercourse.  Involuntary vaginal muscle contraction can be dilated gently with a set of Intimrelax dilators.

 

KEGEL BALLS are particular recommended for post partum uterine involution as a treatment to alleviate and prevent urinary incontinence and strengthen the pelvic floor muscles thus helping urinary continence and satisfying sex as an outcome.

 

The above products can be found on our website at www.eurosurgical.co.uk and purchased from our shop at our website  www.esshop.co.uk   Click on sexual health and then Women’s Gynae Health.                                                     Alternatively call our office on 01483 456007

 

 

ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION (ED)

Posted on Monday, June 12th, 2017

Sexual Health plays an important role in medicine and healthcare and the current trend is away from surgical intervention to erectile drugs and devices where both avenues are open for choice whether NHS or Private treatment.

Eurosurgical has been a leader in the field of Vacuum Therapy since 1988 and whilst drugs have their effectiveness over a limited period, vacuum therapy enhances the result of penile tumescence over a period of time.

Our PosTvac range of Vacuum Devices gives freedom from planned medication or surgical implants and is “available on demand” if needs be via the simplicity of our system.

Simple to assemble the PosTvac Vacuum device for Erectile Dysfunction aids men with all category  of ED from failing to get a firm erection due to life’s pressures or from chronic health problems such as Diabetes or post surgical rehabilitation following Prostate surgery.

Take a look at our animated video to see how simple the PosTvac is a choice to be seriously considered at www.eurosurgical.co.uk or www.esshop.co.uk and click on Sexual Health.  Alternatively, call our office on 01483 456007

 

 

RecoBra now available on esshop

Posted on Monday, June 5th, 2017

RecoBra®  is a unique post-surgical bra designed for all breast cancer, cosmetic and cardio-thoracic patients. A seamless design that incorporates Maedical™ anti-microbial technology in the fabric of the garment design, that helps maintain the bra’s freshness and cleanliness even after surgery.   RecoBra-(7) 

After extensive testing and with the help of patients and surgeons in London, the RecoBra designer and inventor, Nicole de Havilland, a breast care and lymphodema specialist has created the first bra for women who have undergone all types of surgery to the breast.  With a double panels front closure and adjustable shoulder straps, the unique modern design stretchy fabric with incorporated “zones of compression” that hold the implants and support the back and thoracic, make the RecoBra stand out from all other designs.  

“I love the bra, so soft and comfortable, yet fully supportive, I felt my wounds and breast were safe, thank you so much”  VJO breast patient London.

Much more supportive and comfortable than previous than the previous bra I was given” MMB patient Stevenage.

Make you own mind up and visit the RecoBra

Maintaining A Firm Sexual Erection

Posted on Monday, March 20th, 2017

Maintaining a firm sexual erection can pose a problem at any age but more increasing for the over 40’s  There can be many medical reasons when gradual diminution of a good firm erection cannot be maintained long enough for sexual intercourse.

Men know the feeling, the more you try the less likelihood of success.  A little extra support could make all the difference.

Our Stay Erect B100 system could be the answer to your situation.   No medication or complicated remedies (although the B1oo kit will enhance the erection process where patients are finding their sexual medication is failing to give the continued desired results)

The kit comes complete with loading cone and silicone rings for applying to the base of the penis to maintain a firm penis throughout sexual intercourse.

Stay Erect will also aid those suffering from premature ejaculation problems.

Full information on all our sexual health products can be found on our main website www.eurosurgical.co.uk.  To purchase go to our internet shop at www.esshop.co.uk click on Medical- Sexual Health-Erectile Dysfunction.

Or call our sales office on 01483 456007 

Pectus deformities and treatment, not available on the NHS

Posted on Tuesday, February 28th, 2017

Pectus or chest wall deformity refers to a relatively common condition where the chest appears irregularly shaped.  There are two main types of deformity: Pectus Excavatum (Sunken chest) and Pectus Carinatum (Pigeon chest) but there are many more complex types or ‘mixed’ pectus deformities as well as other chest wall problems both congenital (born with) and acquired (caused by for example trauma or previous chest surgery).   Pectus deformities are common with pectus excavatum affecting roughly 1 out of 400 children and pectus carinatum occurring in approximately 1 out of 1500 children. In both types, boys are affected more commonly than girls. 

Unfortunately in todays cash strapped NHS, the correction and treatment for pectus deformities, are limited to those with impaired lung functions only.  There are treatments available and certainly for young patients, Pectus Carinatum can be treated with a “brace” to reposition the chest defect with a non-surgical treatment.  More information on pectus defects and treatments are available from www.pectusclinic.com

For patients with Pectus Carinatum , the use of the compression wraps, either the #510-3 or for younger patients, the facial garment #210 are ideal for maintaining the shape of the lower ribs and preventing displacement of them whilst wearing of the brace. 

#640 Adjustable compression vest

For Pectus Excavatum, after corrective surgery, the #640  Adjustable Compression vest with hook and eye front closure is ideal.  This can be followed up by wearing of the second stage garment, #1240 Compression vest which maintains compression from the mid-line out, which is designed to help reduce seroma, a common occurrence with this type of surgery.    

THE USE OF VACUUM ERECTION DEVICES IN ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION FOLLOWING RADICAL PROSTATECOMY, TURP OR PENILE RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

Posted on Monday, January 16th, 2017

The risk of post operative erectile dysfunction following Prostatectomy is reported between 14-89% and now with the earlier detection rate of prostate cancer in younger men there is a greater emphasis on appropriate management where erectile dysfunction can be a complication of surgery (Hoyland et al 2013)

Vacuum Erection devices (VED) are an attractive option following prostate or penile corrective surgery by increasing blood flow and oxygenation to the penis and tissues to facilitate the natural return of postoperative erections. Medical reports indicate that it is an option with few contraindications requiring no testing or training prior to use and very effective with up to 92% satisfaction rate (Lehrfeld et al 2009)  Post surgical use of the Vacuum Erection device is usually started 1 month after surgery and used on a daily basis for 10 minutes per day without constriction bands or rings to help create blood flow into the penis, creating lengthening and girth.

Eurosurgical’s PosTvac vacuum erection pump system is an ideal device for postsurgical training and subsequent full use as an Erectile Vacuum pump where erectile dysfunction is a continued issue.   PosTvac can be used without pharmaceutical support  such as Viagra or Cialis or can be used as an adjunct to therapeutic drugs where penile rigidity and girth can be improved significantly.

PosTvac is available from our web site at our online shop at www.esshop.co.uk  Click on Medical-Sexual Health-Erectile Dysfunction.   Or call our Sales Office on 01483 456007  

KEEP CONFIDENT AT ALL TIMES WITH CIRCLAMP

Posted on Monday, December 19th, 2016

It can often be an embarrassment from an all too frequent problem with leakage of urine at parties, functions or when wearing light clothing during summer months.   Dribble incontinence or leakage of urine is a very common problem resulting from various maladies which are not all medically related.

Our male penile clamp “Circlamp” is placed at the base of the penis, has a comfortable, snug and discrete way of holding back unwanted “leakage” of urine preventing those embarrassing moments.    It is designed to allow it to be opened to relieve bladder pressure in the normal standing position in a public toilet without others around being made aware.  

To order or for further information go to www.esshop.co.uk click on medical/sexual health or call our sales office on 01483 45600

 

Christmas – a difficult time for posture and poise

Posted on Tuesday, December 13th, 2016

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Its that time of the year where parties, entertainment, going out and fitting into your once-a-year Dinner Jacket all coincide with eating and drinking too much!  So ladies and Gentlemen, how do you fit into those dresses and jackets and look amazing. 

The excellent range of Design Veronique slimming garments, are not only comfortable to wear.  They look great, are available in both black and white (to match most underwear) and are easy to size.  More importantly, they are designed to compress in the right areas.  The male vest (see picture) style #1240 has most of the compression featured over the upper chest, removing both the male breast and upper stomach bulge, whilst maintaining the compression on the lower tummy area.  The female girdle style #75 (see picture) compresses in the middle of the pubis mound, rising up to the lower abdominal area – prefect for support but also for bringing the side handle fat more central, showing lovely straight lines on that dress. 

Paying the right amount for the perfect undergarment which will make you feel comfortable and not restrict your movements, let alone allowing you to use the toilet is a small blessing at this time of the year. 

Renew Sexual Interest using PosTvac Penile Vacuum Pump

Posted on Wednesday, November 9th, 2016

 

Renew interest in sexual drive without necessarily resorting to medical advice or pharmacological support.

Today, pressure and concern come from many quarters through modern day living and combined with business, work and social aspects force us to exclude some basic natural instincts and sensations that may reduce some aspects of the quality of life.

The difficulty for men under stain described above is often manifested by the inability of achieving a firm penile erection and maintaining it sufficiently long enough for satisfactory intercourse.

There is a simple and effective option for the male suffering from the pressures of modern day demands that can be effective and not require medical support.

With the Penile Erection Vacuum Pump “PosTvac” offers an awakening response that is instantaneous with or without the use of the supplied Support Rings.   Watch our animated video on our website. www.eurosurgical.co.ukuk/sexualhealth or purchase product online at www.esshop.co.uk

We Are Here To Help!

Posted on Tuesday, October 4th, 2016

We are making some changes to the esshop website to help make your on-line shopping experience with us, even better.  Over the next few weeks we will introduce PayPal, to help you make payments easier.  We will also introduce LiveChat, so that we can help you immediate answers to your on-line questions.  Our excellent customer service team, Mandy, Rebecca and Sam (pictured here) have all been with Eurosurgical for many years and have masses of experience in dealing with all the products that we supply.  Having advice at your finger tips on all manor of questions, such as sizing issues, which is the most suitable post-operative support garment for your particular case, what colours are available and in stock, can be answered in minutes, allowing you to get on with your day and not to worry about your appending surgery (too much). 

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Operating Support Garment – why do I need them?

Posted on Monday, August 8th, 2016

What is the point of a “post-surgical support” garment?  Do I really need one?  A surgical procedure usually involves an incision through the skin, fat and sometimes the under lying muscle layers.  This will lead to bruising, pain, discomfort, swelling, possible seroma formation and a disruption to your ability to move around freely and without discomfort for at least a few days to a week after the operation.  Your breathing might be more shallow, with minimal deep breaths, particularly if you have had abdominal surgery and this can also led to delayed healing and guarding of the area effected.  The few days after an operation and before the wound is fully healed are a critical time for you and your body.  This is the ideal time to make sure you have everything in place and ready to help you to recover, quickly and without complications, so prepare ahead of time.  

A post-surgical compression garment will help you recover, as long as it is appropriate for your operation and it is the right size.  After your operation, the area affected will swell with fluid and bruising – this is normal, so Design Veronique take this into account with their sizing and with the first-stage garments.  DO NOT measure yourself pre-operatively and think that after the surgery, “I will be smaller or larger”.  Use your pre-operative measurements as a guide to selection of the right size garment.  To help you wear these garments, the first-stage garments come with zips or hook and eye closure that are designed to be easy to wear and “do up”.  After the initial post-operative swelling has reduced, you might want to consider changing to a “second stage” recovery garment.  These are made with compression  in the right places and without zippers and elaborate closure, as by this time, you can pull on your garments in the manor you usually dress. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please ask your doctor or nursing staff, or contact our sales advisors – we are here to help.

PosTvac Support Ring for Penile Vacuum Pump

Posted on Tuesday, July 12th, 2016

Vacuum devices for Erectile dysfunction such as the PosTvac therapy pump rely on a good supportive Constrictive Ring that enables a created erection be maintained by stemming the peripheral venous blood flow for as long as required for sexual intercourse.    Caution Do not wear longer than 30 minutes.

Eurosurgical offer an excellent quality manufactured silicone erectile Support ring with all PosTvac products.

MACH 1 Support Ring.   Manufactured in Silicone has a thicker but soft for comfort, firm constriction and comfortable for the wearer.       Available in 4 sizes.

Ex ULTIMATE 11  Support Ring.    Produced in Silicone has a slimmer but strong supportive construction creating a firm but comfortable constriction.    Available in 5 sizes.

Visit our online web shop at www.esshop.co.uk click on Medical and follow links to Support Rings.