Limited alcohol consumption (max. 12 g alcohol per day).
Aim for normal weight! Determination of BMI (body mass index, body mass index) or body composition by means of electrical impedance analysis.
BMI ≥ 25 → participation in a medically supervised weight loss program.
Falling below the BMI lower limit (from the age of 45: 22; from the age of 55: 23; from the age of 65: 24) → Participation in a medically supervised program for the underweight.
Use of a vaginal trainer. These are rods that come in different sizes. These are to be inserted into the vagina, so as to train to gain control over the vaginal muscles.
Psychotherapy
Sex therapy should be performed to find out the exact cause. Basically, it can be said that sex therapy can reduce the high pressure to perform that often exists in these relationships and can lead to the reduction of shame and anxiety. The goal is systematic desensitization and cognitive restructuring. Furthermore, professional sex therapy for vaginismus can help a woman gain a better sense of her body. Thus, the woman can better understand her body and control it. In addition, with the help of couples therapy, communication in the partnership can be improved.
