A Comprehensive Guide to Vaginal Pessaries

A Comprehensive Guide to Vaginal Pessaries

Vaginal pessaries are medical devices used for the non-surgical management of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about pessaries — types, sizing, care, and where to buy FDA-cleared pessaries in the USA.

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"No pessary works as good as the real thing. But this SciMed ring pessary is as close as I have come for my uterine prolapse. The last few years I have had at least a dozen pessaries and multiple doctor appointments and fittings of various sizes and shapes — and this has been the best. If you do not want surgery and have had difficulty getting a suitable pessary, try here before giving up."

— MJS, verified buyer · Ring Pessary Without Support

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What Is a Vaginal Pessary?

A vaginal pessary is a removable device inserted into the vagina to provide structural support to pelvic organs that have prolapsed or dropped from their normal position. They are the most commonly recommended non-surgical treatment for pelvic organ prolapse and are prescribed by gynaecologists and pelvic floor specialists worldwide.

Types of Pessaries

There are several types of pessaries available, but the ring pessary is by far the most commonly prescribed. SciMed Store manufactures and supplies two types of ring pessaries from our San Jose, California facility:

Ring Pessary With Support

The ring pessary with support features a membrane across the centre of the ring, providing additional bladder neck support. It is recommended for patients with both pelvic organ prolapse and concurrent stress urinary incontinence. Available in sizes 0 to 8.

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Ring Pessary Without Support

The ring pessary without support is a simple ring device — the most commonly prescribed pessary for mild to moderate pelvic organ prolapse. It is easy for patients to self-manage at home. Available in sizes 0 to 9, offering the widest size range of any US supplier.

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Pessary Sizing Guide

Pessary sizing is determined by a healthcare provider during a pelvic examination. The correct size should remain in place during normal activity without causing discomfort. SciMed offers the widest size range available from any US manufacturer:

  • Size 0 — 44mm (1.75 inches)
  • Size 1 — 51mm (2.00 inches)
  • Size 2 — 57mm (2.25 inches)
  • Size 3 — 64mm (2.50 inches) — popular size
  • Size 4 — 70mm (2.75 inches) — most popular size
  • Size 5 — 76mm (3.00 inches) — popular size
  • Size 6 — 83mm (3.25 inches)
  • Size 7 — 89mm (3.50 inches)
  • Size 8 — 95mm (3.75 inches)
  • Size 9 — 102mm (4.00 inches) — without support only

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What Real Customers Say

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"Must say very prompt. Great product. No complaints. I was able to keep my bladder up, and they followed up with phone calls to make sure that thing was in place."

Anonymous · Mar 2026 · Verified buyer

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"This pessary ring fits perfectly and stays in place without me knowing it's there. Highly recommend."

Anonymous · Mar 2026 · Verified buyer

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"This pessary ring is much softer and bendable than my old one. Much easier to insert!"

Anonymous · Dec 2025 · Verified buyer

How to Care for Your Pessary

Wash with mild soap and warm water before and after each use. To sterilize, boil in clean water for 3 to 5 minutes. Store in a clean, dry container. Do not use alcohol or harsh chemicals.

Where to Buy SciMed Pessaries in the USA

SciMed Store is a California-based in-house manufacturer of FDA-cleared ring pessaries. We manufacture our pessaries in San Jose, California and ship directly to patients and healthcare providers across all 50 US states. No middlemen. No import markups. Same day dispatch on orders placed before 2PM PST.

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