3. Show How to Apply Gel Squeeze the sides of the Caya® diaphragm together as shown in the illustration. Show where to apply a water-based contraceptive gel into the two resulting membrane indentations. Approx. 4 ml of gel is sufficient (equivalent to approx. one teaspoon). Extra gel may be applied to the leading edge of the diaphragm to help with […]
2. Hold
2. Hold Hold the Caya® diaphragm between your thumb and index finger on the grip dimples on the side of the diaphragm. The arrow on top of the removal dome must be pointing in the direction of the cervix. Show your patient how to hold the diaphragm correctly. […]
1. Physician
1. Open Open the single-use diaphragm (with the hole) provided in the EduCare box. […]
0. Physican – gynecological examination
Before you Begin Steps, Examine the Patient Palpate the patient’s cervix and retropubic recess. Check for any anatomical changes, e.g., pronounced uterine prolapse, cystocele (see above: absolute contraindications). Give the woman an opportunity to empty her bladder and bowel before the fit exam. Have her wash hands afterward since she will also insert, check fit, and remove the Caya during […]
00. Cover Slide
A Step-by-Step Guide for How to Use Caya. A Step-by-Step Guide for How to Use Caya. This slide show covers the steps for using Caya. Use the right and left arrows to scroll through the steps. Contact your provider if you are having difficulty with the steps. […]
0. Before You Begin
Before You Begin Remove Caya from the case. Before Caya is first used it should be rinsed. Ensure that you have a contraceptive gel for insertion. […]
1. Locate Your Cervix
1. Locate Your Cervix If you’re using Caya for the first time, it will help to understand where your cervix is located (which is what your diaphragm will cover). You can find your cervix by using your index finger to feel inside your vagina. The cervix feels like the tip of your nose. […]
2. Find pubic bone
2. Find your Pubic Bone Next, you’ll need to find your pubic bone, just in front of your cervix. The narrowest end of the Caya diaphragm—the arrow/finger pull—will rest here. […]
3. Add Gel to Caya
3. Apply Gel to Caya Before insertion, fold Caya using the grip dimples on each side and squeeze about one teaspoon of contraceptive gel into each of the folds. […]
4. Spread Gel Evenly
4. Spread Gel Evenly With your finger, spread the gel around the rim of the Caya diaphragm. This helps make insertion into the vagina easier, and creates a barrier along the edges. […]
