Pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, ageing, certain medical conditions and even trauma from surgery can result in a woman’s vagina losing its youthfulness and elasticity. The resulting dryness and loss of muscle tone can lead to unsatisfying or painful sex, as well as difficulty with bladder control. Although the Femiwave handpiece is not inserted fully intravaginally, it does treat the vaginal introitus (entrance) which is where the most critical tissue is that is responsible for muscle tone and sensation, as well as urinary continence.