Sit, relax and treat. Clinically trusted. Hot or cold therapy. Soft, body-friendly silicone — gentle where it matters most.
The Kegel8 Anal Dilators are not just another dilator set — they are a genuinely innovative therapeutic tool. Crafted from platinum-cured medical-grade silicone, these dilators are soft and malleable by design — yielding gently to the body rather than resisting it. During your therapy session, you can sit comfortably in a chair, relax on the sofa and watch TV, or simply go about your normal home routine — rather than being confined to lying on a bed. And with compatibility for both heat and cold therapy, they are the most versatile and most comfortable anal dilator available in the UK today.
Whether you are recovering from surgery, managing a chronic condition, or seeking relief from haemorrhoids, piles, or anal fissures, the Kegel8 Anal Dilators offer a discreet, clinically supported approach to anal health — from the comfort of your own home.
Hot & Cold Therapy — A Game Changer for Haemorrhoid and Pile Relief
Unlike hard, rigid plastic dilators, the Kegel8 soft silicone design moves with your body rather than against it — and is fully compatible with both heat and cold therapy, unlocking two powerful therapeutic benefits in a single, gentle product.
Cold Therapy — Immediate Relief for Haemorrhoids and Piles
Applying a chilled dilator delivers targeted cold therapy directly to inflamed tissue, helping to:
- Rapidly reduce swelling and inflammation from haemorrhoids and piles
- Numb localised pain for fast, soothing relief
- Constrict blood vessels to reduce bleeding associated with haemorrhoids
- Calm post-operative discomfort following haemorrhoidectomy
Clinical evidence: A randomised controlled trial found that anal dilatation significantly reduced post-operative pain following haemorrhoidectomy. Read the study →
NICE also recognises the value of anal dilators after anal stretch for haemorrhoids. View NICE guidelines →
Heat Therapy — Relax Muscles and Support Healing
Warming the dilator before use encourages:
- Muscle relaxation in the anal sphincter — reducing spasm and tightness
- Increased blood flow to support tissue repair and healing
- Greater comfort during insertion, especially for those with anal stenosis or fissures
- Relief from the chronic muscle tension associated with pelvic floor dysfunction
Sit Comfortably During Therapy — No Need to Lie Down
This is where the Kegel8 Anal Dilators truly stand apart. Because the silicone is so soft and body-friendly, you can sit comfortably with a dilator in place during your therapy session — rather than having to lie still on a bed. That means you can settle into a chair, relax on the sofa and watch TV, or simply unwind at home while the therapy works.
- No need to lie down — sit in a chair or on the sofa during your therapy session
- Relax and watch TV — soft silicone sits comfortably without pressure or friction
- More relaxed sessions mean more effective therapy — tension works against treatment
- Graduated sizing means you can find the right size for your current stage of therapy
Hard plastic dilators demand that you lie still and endure — they are rigid and unyielding, and sitting on one would be deeply uncomfortable. Kegel8's soft silicone is fundamentally different: it flexes and gives with the body, making it possible to sit naturally and relax during your session rather than tensing against a hard surface. For anyone already in pain, that difference is everything.
Who Can Benefit?
Haemorrhoids and Piles
Haemorrhoids affect millions of people in the UK and are one of the most common reasons people seek anal health solutions. The Kegel8 Anal Dilators provide:
- Cold therapy to reduce swelling, inflammation and bleeding
- Gentle dilation to ease passage and reduce straining
- Post-haemorrhoidectomy support — reducing pain and preventing scar tissue tightening
Anal Fissures
Chronic anal fissures cause intense pain and can be slow to heal. The Kegel8 dilators help by:
- Gently stretching the anal sphincter to reduce spasm — the primary driver of fissure pain
- Improving blood flow to the fissure site, accelerating healing
- Preventing recurrence through progressive, regular dilation
Supporting research: The Long-term Effect of Standardized Anal Dilatation for Chronic Anal Fissure on Anal Continence →
Anal Stenosis (Anal Stricture)
Narrowing of the anal canal — caused by surgery, radiation, trauma or chronic inflammation — responds well to progressive dilation therapy. Kegel8 dilators:
- Gently stretch and restore flexibility to the anal canal
- Ease painful bowel movements caused by stricture
- Are trusted by pelvic health professionals as a non-surgical first-line approach
Further reading: Comparison of anal dilatation versus no dilatation in reducing pain after haemorrhoidectomy →
Anal Fistula Recovery
Following anal fistula surgery, regular dilation helps prevent scar tissue from tightening and supports long-term comfort. The soft, pliable silicone is far gentler on inflamed and healing tissue than hard plastic alternatives — reducing irritation on contact, easing insertion, and making the whole experience significantly less daunting for those in post-operative discomfort.
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
For conditions such as spastic pelvic floor syndrome or hypertonic pelvic floor, anal dilators help retrain and relax overactive muscles — often in combination with physiotherapy.
Chronic Constipation
Muscle tightness can be a contributing factor to chronic constipation. Gentle progressive dilation helps alleviate tension in the anal canal, improving comfort and function.
Dyspareunia (Painful Intercourse)
Progressive dilation builds comfort and confidence, helping to reduce pain associated with penetration.
Side Effects of Cancer Treatment
Radiation therapy and chemotherapy can cause significant changes to anal tissue. Dilation helps maintain flexibility and comfort during and after treatment.
Product Features
- Soft, malleable platinum-cured silicone — gentle and yielding on sensitive, inflamed or post-operative tissue; body-safe, non-toxic, phthalate-free and latex-free
- Compatible with hot and cold therapy — uniquely versatile
- Sit comfortably during therapy — soft enough to use in a chair or on the sofa; no need to lie down
- Available as a complete 5-piece graduated set or as individual sizes
- Clear inch-based progression markings — track your progress with confidence
- Easy to clean — warm water and soap; sterilisable
- Recommended by pelvic floor physiotherapists and healthcare professionals
- Designed by Kegel8 — the UK's leading pelvic health brand with over 20 years' expertise
VAT Relief — You May Be Entitled to Buy This Product VAT-Free
Important: VAT Exemption Available
If you are a UK resident purchasing this product for your own personal use to manage a qualifying chronic condition or disability, you may be entitled to purchase this product free of VAT under HMRC Group 12 (Drugs, Medicines, and Aids for the Handicapped).
You qualify for VAT relief if you have a long-term illness or disability, including neurological conditions, chronic pain, arthritis, mobility impairments, diabetes, or incontinence.
How to claim: Select 'Buy VAT Free' at checkout and state the reason for your claim in the box provided. You self-certify that you meet the qualifying criteria — no medical proof is required. It is a criminal offence to make a false declaration.
For full details of VAT relief eligibility, visit HMRC VAT Notice 701/7 →
Why Choose Kegel8?
Kegel8 has been the UK's most trusted pelvic health brand for over 20 years. Our products are developed in close consultation with pelvic floor physiotherapists, colorectal surgeons and continence nurses — so you can be confident that every product we make is grounded in clinical evidence and real-world patient need.
The Kegel8 Anal Dilators are not a compromise. They are the product that hard plastic dilators should always have been — soft and gentle where the body needs it most, thermally versatile, and designed around the needs of real people managing real, often painful conditions. When tissue is inflamed, healing or in spasm, the last thing it needs is something hard and unyielding. Kegel8 silicone gives instead of resists — and that is a fundamental difference.
Clinical References
- NICE — Value of an anal dilator after anal stretch for haemorrhoids
- The Long-term Effect of Standardized Anal Dilatation for Chronic Anal Fissure on Anal Continence
- Comparison of anal dilatation versus no dilatation with a standardized dilator in reducing pain after haemorrhoidectomy: a randomised control trial
- Preoperative anal dilatation significantly reduced post-operative pain
