Of course, good sex is what’s best and I would never in a million years defend inconsiderate partners. However, orgasm isn’t the only thing that creates benefit.

“Stimulation without orgasm can also do the trick. We’ve found that vaginal stimulation can block chronic back and leg pain, and many women have told us that genital self-stimulation can reduce menstrual cramps, arthritic pain, and in some cases even headache.”