Healing Anal Fissures: How Rectal Dilators Can Help

Struggling with pain and discomfort down there? You might be dealing with an anal fissure. These tiny but painful cracks can make everyday activities—especially going to the bathroom—feel unbearable. The good news? There are ways to promote healing and relieve the tension.

In this video, we’ll break down how rectal dilators can help ease muscle tightness, improve blood flow, and support recovery. Plus, you’ll get simple, practical tips to use them safely and effectively.

Thanks to Dr. Susie Gronski (@dr.susieg) for the detailed overview! Watch now to learn how to take control of your healing process.

Rectal Dilators

Many find success using rectal dilators for constipation, fissures, fecal incontinence, complications from Crohn’s Disease/IBD, and painful anal intercourse. Those with anal stenosis or scar tissue following cancer treatment (chemotherapy, radiation, surgery) for anal, colon, ovarian, uterine, cervical, vulvar, and sometimes breast cancer also find treatment with a rectal dilator useful.