Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Did you know a pessary can give your pelvic organs extra support from the inside? Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald shares how it works and why it can make such a difference.
A pessary is a silicone device that helps your pelvic organs stay in place.
Your doctor inserts a pessary into your vagina. This is usually a painless process. Like a tampon or menstrual cup, you should not feel the pessary once it’s correctly in place.
If you develop pelvic organ prolapse, a pessary can help you regain a healthy pelvic structure while you are using the pessary. It’s best if you suffer from pelvic organ prolapse that is bothersome.
A pessary can be an alternative to surgery if you have prolapse — a bonus if you can’t have surgery due to other health issues or you would prefer to avoid surgery.
Did you know a pessary can give your pelvic organs extra support from the inside? Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald shares how it works and why it can make such a difference.
A pessary is a silicone device that helps your pelvic organs stay in place.
Your doctor inserts a pessary into your vagina. This is usually a painless process. Like a tampon or menstrual cup, you should not feel the pessary once it’s correctly in place.
If you develop pelvic organ prolapse, a pessary can help you regain a healthy pelvic structure while you are using the pessary. It’s best if you suffer from pelvic organ prolapse that is bothersome.
A pessary can be an alternative to surgery if you have prolapse — a bonus if you can’t have surgery due to other health issues or you would prefer to avoid surgery.
