SEX HORRORS SOLVED!

Stop physical intimacy from turning into the stuff of nightmares with our expert advice

- ROSE GOODMAN.

Whether you’re the ‘swinging from the chandeliers’ type or enjoy a more sensual session, it’s not just thrills we experience between the sheets. In fact, 62%* of Brits have sustained sex-related injuries, with feeling sore down below and sprained muscles being among the most common complaints when getting frisky. But, fear not! Our expert tips will fix your bedroom frights.

TEARS

Minor vaginal cuts and tears are common during sex and it’s usually a sign that tissues have become more delicate, says Dr Susanna Unsworth, women’s health and menopause specialist**. ‘This may be due to dryness or may be related to an underlying skin disorder, such as eczema.’ The friction that occurs during intercourse can then cause small tears.