Vaginal Penetration Anxiety, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, and Why Dilators Alone Don’t Solve the Problem

Vaginal penetration anxiety and pelvic floor dysfunction are not just physical conditions—they are brain–body responses to threat. While vaginal dilators can help open the vaginal opening, they don’t teach the nervous system to associate penetration with arousal, safety, or desire. This article explains why integration—not exposure alone—is essential for healing.