What Is ThermiVa®? Nonsurgical Vaginal Rejuvenation FAQs (Updated 2026)

ThermiVa is a nonsurgical treatment that uses controlled radiofrequency energy to heat vaginal and vulvar tissues. At The Wall Center, ThermiVa is offered to women seeking to address changes in feminine wellness associated with aging, childbirth, or hormonal changes. Treatment requires no incisions or anesthesia and typically involves little to no downtime.

Vaginal and vulvar changes aren’t always easy to talk about, but concerns related to aging, childbirth, and other life changes are common. If you’re curious about ThermiVa and what treatment involves, the answers below can help you learn more.

What does ThermiVa do?

ThermiVa uses radiofrequency energy to gently stimulate collagen production within the vagina and vulvar areas (labia minora and majora) to make the tissues firm and elastic. For the vaginal or vulvar changes that occur naturally after childbirth or loss of volume and vaginal atrophy as a consequence of aging, ThermiVa can help improve tone, texture, moisture, and sensation. Does laughing make “tears” run down your leg? Some patients also seek ThermiVa to address concerns such as mild urinary leakage, too.

ThermiVa Before and After

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Is ThermiVa painful?

ThermiVa is designed to be comfortable and does not typically require anesthesia. Patients generally describe feeling warmth during treatment. Your practitioner will use a gentle wand to target the tissue, which may include your labia minora, labia majora, clitoris, or the inside of your vagina. With the help of temperature-controlled thermal energy, the tissue is improved and tightened by encouraging the production of new collagen.

What about sex? Will it make a difference?

Yes. Perhaps the most exciting improvement we hear about is what it can add back into the bedroom for both you and your partner — the “ThermiVa-va-voom” as we like to call it. With an increase in sensitivity and sensation, patients report improvements in both their sexual well-being and confidence.

How many ThermiVa treatments are needed?

Most patients require a series of 3 treatments, spaced a few weeks apart. Each lasts only about 30 minutes and requires no downtime. You’ll notice a change immediately after the treatment, which will continue to improve over the months that follow. After 2 weeks, for example, you’ll notice a softer texture and a tighter feel. Results develop gradually in the weeks and months following treatment, although individual experiences vary.

How long do ThermiVa results last?

Results last about 9 to 12 months. Due to the natural aging process and gravity, the effects of ThermiVa will gradually diminish over time. We recommend annual treatments to maintain your results. Trust us: You won’t think twice about ongoing treatments.

If you’re interested in how ThermiVa can make a difference in your feminine wellness, call our office at (318) 795-0801 or request a consultation online. In the meantime, we encourage you to view our ThermiVa before-and-after photos to see the physical changes for yourself.