6. COMMON QUESTIONS
Is it Stable?
Is it Easy to Transfer?
I’m Concerned about
Pressure Sores
Will I get Abrasions?
I’m a Quadriplegic – will I
be able to use it?
Spinal Cord Injury
7. Cerebral Palsy
Intimate Rider may be able to help you if you are
concerned with mobility and positioning
What works for one person with CP may not work for
another
9. Stroke / CVA
Sex is usually good for physical and mental well-being of
Stroke survivors and their partners
Sex can improve their quality of life and strengthen
bonds of closeness
13. User reviews
Super easy to use and comfortable. EVERYONE who's in a
wheelchair needs one of these. It makes a huge different in a
guys confidence when he has the right "tools" for the job.
Wow, what a difference this has made for us in such a short time. I got it
about a month ago and it's really helped us out. I'm a pretty modest guy,
so I won't get into the details, but it really help me feel
like a man.
I'm really happy I found this. It takes a bit of practice to get on properly, but it's not too
difficult.
It's very smooth and easy to use.
Editor's Notes
The Intimate Rider is a small swing chair especially designed to offer a natural gliding motion that will improve sexual mobility. No motors or springs, just the movement of your upper torso is enough momentum needed to enhance sexual performance.
The Intimate Rider's sturdy steel frame sits firmly on the floor. Low centre of gravity makes sexual positioning and transferring easy. Precise joint bearings allow the seat to swing naturally. Simply sit in the seat and start with a gentle back and forth motion.
Let the Intimate Rider do the swaying
Any couple will enjoy the easy movements of the Intimate Rider. Couples that live with the effects of physical limitations will benefit the most from the Intimate Rider.
Is it stable?It is very stable once you are in the unit, it was designed to be very difficult to tip over. You must be careful during the transfer because it is a short seat.
Is it easy to transfer onto the Intimate Rider?If you can transfer in and out of a car or on and off a standard height toilet seat you should be able to transfer on and off the Intimate Rider. It helps to position the unit close to the bed or something you can use for support if you need to. The seat is short so you will want to take it slow. We have many quadriplegics who can transfer by themselves who use it with ease and have discovered a life of great sex after spinal cord injury.
I am concerned about pressure sores. What would you suggest?Everything in moderation. We would not advise spending hours on the Intimate Rider. You should not use the Intimate Rider if you have a pressure sore as this may irritate it more. If your bottom is healthy and you are using a Rider Cushion you should have no problem. We advise using it for only a few minutes the first few times and then inspect to see if you are experiencing any redness or discomfort and discontinue use is there is a problem. Sex after spinal cord injury should not be painful!
Will I get abrasions if I use this?With normal use you should not get abrasions because your bottom should not be sliding because your back is supported. It is the bearings and the gliding action doing the work during sex after spinal cord injury. You would have to be extremely aggressive to experience any abrasions.
I am a quadriplegic. Will I be able to use it?It depends on your level of injury and your ability to transfer. Some arm movement is necessary to stabilize your self and to get into motion for sex after spinal cord injury.
Intimate Rider™ may be able to help you if you are concerned with mobility and positioning. When using Intimate Rider™ with the Rider Mate™ you are not positioned on top of each other. The ability to have these different positions allows your legs and arms the freedom of movement without being restricted. Generally speaking cerebral palsy itself does not affect a person’s sexual desire or functioning level. It can however limit a person’s ability to use particular sexual positions, depending on the severity. This means you need to be more creative in how you satisfy you and your partner.
What works for one person with CP may not work for another with CP. Communication about your limitations and openness by your and your partner to creatively experiment are invaluable to a healthy sexual relationship.
If you have undergone amputation there may be several emotions you go through such as anxiety, sadness and depression. Amputation can affect every aspect of your life and it takes time to adjust to the changes that will take place. Your body image may suffer after amputation so you may not feel at sexual as you once had. Sexuality always begins with you. Here are some things you can do:
· Focus only on the sensations of pleasure that you feel at the moment. Do not keep thinking about how you want to perform.
· Alternate between focusing on your partner’s pleasure and your own sensations.
· Intimate Rider™ can help you with balance issues you may be having during sex. It will provide you with an easy, smooth motion that you may not have had. So be open and experiment with different positioning that will work for both of you.
Make sure and talk with your partner about how your changed body looks, feels and works.
Finding ways to discover sexual success and dealing with change is a part of the recovery process after a stroke. A positive approach can enhance recovery and strengthen self-esteem.
Many couples are worried that resuming sex after a stroke will increase the risk of another stroke. The reoccurrence of another stroke because of sexual activity is unlikely and in fact, sex is usually good for physical and mental well-being of stroke survivors and their partners. The Intimate Rider and Rider Mate can improve the quality of your love life and strengthen bonds of closeness for your and your partner.
Survivors and their partners begin to have sexual feelings during the recovery process and now they may need to consider sexual re-adjustment. Here are ways the Intimate Rider and Rider Mate can assist in finding new ways of sex after stroke enjoyment:
· Experiment new ways of touching to amend for loss of sensation. The support of the Intimate Rider frees one’s hands so they can gently caress their partner during sex after stroke.
· Different degrees of hemiplegia require adjustments in positioning. The Intimate Rider and Rider Mate add support so that new positions are comfortable and easy to obtain.
· Find relief from muscle spasms, stiffness, lack of balance and fatigue. The Intimate Rider and Rider Mate will help alleviate these issues by providing a method of support for your body where balance, strength or coordination may be poor.
A stroke is not the end of a couple’s sex life. It can continue and can be an important source of pleasure, relaxation and intimacy. Sex after stroke is a wonderful way to express feelings of love and tenderness:
· Make sexual activity easy and comfortable.
· Communicate with your partner. You may need to develop non-verbal signals to overcome language issues.
· Keep an open mind and rediscover what works best for you and your partner.
It is important to discuss your feelings with your partner and be sure to talk to your doctor about any questions or concerns.
So you've experienced the Intimate Rider first hand and thought, 'It doesn't get any better than this'. Well it does! Introducing the Rider Mate, made exclusively for your partner to use with the Intimate Rider. The two are made for each other. Using the Rider Mate along with the Intimate Rider will give you many more options when it comes to enhancing your intimate experiences.
Folds easily for compact storage, fits easily for storage under the bed or in the closet.
Non-skid leg tips provide stability when using the Rider Mate on any surface.
Machine washable fabric, specially selected to caress the shape of your body for extra comfort.
The Liberator wedge system is specially designed for the Intimate Rider. The combination of the Liberator wedge system and the Intimate Rider will provide many opportunities to arrive at new positions and improve sexual performance. Simply adjust the cushions for an array of new positions and angles. Women with a physical challenge can also use one of the wedges of the Liberator wedge system for better positioning and support in their beds too.
The adventure begins where the Intimate Rider and Liberator meet. So many new angles and positions that it is hard to decide where to start. This buffet of sexual excitement and sensations will have you craving for more. The pulsating motion of the Intimate Rider combined with the soft and sensual feel of the Rider Mate Deluxe create an adventure to remember.
This Liberator seat cushion was especially designed for your bottom on the Intimate Rider. The Liberator Seat cushion will cradle your body for optimum comfort and support.
The Intimate Rider is light and compact enough so that you an take it with you where ever you go. Talk about a great travel companion. The Travel Bags will let you take the Rider Mate and Intimate Rider with you where ever you go.
Super easy to use and comfortable. EVERYONE who's in a wheelchair needs one of these. It makes a huge different in a guys confidence when he has the right "tools" for the job.
Wow, what a difference this has made for us in such a short time. I got it about a month ago and it's really helped us out. I'm a pretty modest guy, so I won't get into the details, but it really help me feel like a man.
I'm really happy I found this. It takes a bit of practice to get on properly, but it's not too difficult. It's very smooth and easy to use.