#Dyspareunia

In recent years, painful sex—a condition medically known as dyspareunia—has emerged from the shadows, with a growing body of global and local research pointing to pelvic floor tightness as a primary culprit. New findings and increasing awareness are offering hope to millions of women worldwide, including many in Thailand, who have long suffered in silence due to stigma or lack of information. Medical experts and therapists now highlight both innovative and traditional ways to find relief, indicating a major shift in sexual health care and conversations around intimacy in modern Thai society.

Pelvic floor tightness is increasingly recognized as a key factor in painful sex, or dyspareunia. New research and rising awareness bring hope to Thai women who have faced stigma or misinformation. Medical professionals and therapists are advocating a blend of modern treatment and traditional approaches to improve sexual health care across Thailand.

The pelvic floor is a complex network of muscles and connective tissue supporting the pelvic organs. When these muscles stay chronically tense, a condition known as a hypertonic pelvic floor can cause urinary and bowel issues and pain during intimacy. For many, this pain erodes sexual well-being and overall quality of life, sometimes with involuntary muscle contractions.