The rod reaches its lowest temperature of minus (-15° C) after approx. 1-2 hours of storage in the freezer (-15-20° C). The rod is then lubricated with a water soluble lubricant and is subsequently inserted into the anal canal for 5-10 Min. After cleaning and disinfection the rod is once again stored in its case in the freezer. ANOKRYO®-can be used repeatedly and contains no harmful contents, is odourless, hygienic and causes no staining.

1. The rod reaches its lowest temperature of -10oCelsius after 2 hours of storage in the freezer. To ensure hygiene, the rod should always be stored in its case.

2. Lubricate the rod evenly with GEL especially at the tip to ensure smooth insertion.

3. Carefully insert the rod while lying on the left side with the knees flexed and muscles relaxed. (see illustration) The rod should remain inserted for 10 minutes. Within minutes, the temperature of the mucous membranes drops leading to immediate relief of pain, cessation of bleeding and reduction of swelling due to constriction of the blood vessels. Insertion can be painful when anal fissures are present and should be performed slowly and in a gentle manner. Relief of pain and healing is initiated by dilatation.

4. Cleaning of the rod with soap and water as well as routine disinfections is simple. After cleaning, the rod should once again be placed in the freezer.

5. Treatment should commence twice daily. In severe conditions the rod may be applicated once every hour. There are no untoward effects. The initial possibly uncomfortable feeling of coldness is not harmful. The rod does not have to be removed during this period of discomfort.

6. The ANOKRYO® rod contains no harmful contents, is odourless, hygienic, and causes no soiling.