Spreader...?

Hello all!

I'm new here and have a (probably very ignorant!) question...what's a 'spreader'? I've seen it mentioned in some of the stories and was just wondering. It sounds hot, whatever it is! Does anyone have photos?

Sooooo pleased to have found this site - it's amazing!!!

xxx

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Hello all!

I'm new here and have a (probably very ignorant!) question...what's a 'spreader'? I've seen it mentioned in some of the stories and was just wondering. It sounds hot, whatever it is! Does anyone have photos?

Sooooo pleased to have found this site - it's amazing!!!

xxx

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Not sure if this is what they are referring to. A spreader is a length of pole with restraints attached at each end. The restraints are attached to a persons knees, legs or ankles. The pole forces the legs to be spread open.

http://www.extremerestraints.com/bondage-gear_10/spreader-bars_228/

From what I have read and seen, a "spreader" is just another name for "retractor." It may either be "self-retaianing" like a conventional speculum or it may be like just the upper part of a speculum having to be help in place by the examiner. The best example of this would be a tablespoon held by a newbie examiner.

A "spreader" when associated with gynecology usually refers to a Sims speculum; follow this link for an example

http://www.jagdishsurgicals.com/spec5.htm

Hops this answers you question

Oh thanks guys!!!! Totally answered the question! xxxxx