A new adjustable dilator to help manage pelvic pain in women
Official title: Innovative Vaginal Girth Adjustable Dilator with Precise Dilation Monitoring, designed to Significantly Improve Patient Pain Management in Pelvic Floor Disorder Treatment
Funded at Lumina Medical LLC · NIH-11067421 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new adjustable vaginal dilator designed to help women with chronic pelvic pain feel more comfortable during treatment, making it easier for them to manage their condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lumina Medical LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Culver City, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2025 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $384,923 |
| NIH project number | 1R43HD117450-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11067421 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women experiencing chronic pelvic pain related to conditions like vaginal atrophy, dyspareunia, or pelvic radiation therapy.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not experience pelvic floor disorders or chronic pelvic pain may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an innovative vaginal dilator that can be adjusted for girth and monitored for precise dilation. It aims to improve pain management for women suffering from chronic pelvic pain due to various conditions such as vaginal atrophy and pelvic radiation therapy. The approach involves creating a device that allows for gradual dilation, which can enhance patient comfort and adherence to treatment. By addressing the common issue of pain associated with traditional dilators, this research seeks to provide a more effective alternative for managing pelvic floor disorders.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve pain management and quality of life for women with pelvic floor disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using adjustable devices for pain management, indicating potential success for this innovative approach.
Where this research is happening
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Lumina Medical LLC
Culver City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jayol, Benjamin — Lumina Medical LLC
- Study coordinator: Jayol, Benjamin
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.