dr young's rectal dilators

this is probably old to many people on here, some of you may even own a set, but today i learned that butt plugs were sold as medical devices from 1892-1940. the scariest thing about this is i think that i found a box of these in my grandparents basement when i was a kid.

somehow, this seems like the kind of vintage memorabilia that Mistress UltraViolet would appreciate.

Wikipedia on Dr Young's Rectal Dilators

When you read the long list of things these butt plugs--I mean, "rectal dilators" claim to cure...

constipation
diarrhea
indigestion
lassitude
insomnia
depression
etc etc

...your initial reaction might be to laugh until you think about how playing with your butt can be so liberating and a truly life changing experience.

Sounds like the "Dr. Bronner's" of sex toys.

I do collect vintage equipment and furniture! I have an updated version of these I use all the time! I've cured many a hysterical sub with them.