Has anyone heard of a rectal spacer for prostate radiation therapy?

Rectal spacers are indeed used in some prostate radiation treatments to help protect the rectum from radiation exposure. It's completely understandable to have questions about treatment options that weren't discussed with you, and many patients find themselves learning about different approaches through community discussions like this. Consider bringing this up with your radiation oncologist to discuss whether it might be appropriate for your specific treatment plan and circumstances.

Hi Matt, I had them put in when I had my radiation treatment. I’m finished my treatments now and everything‘s fine no side effects

James did you still have your prostate or had it been removed, thanks

Had the rectal spacer. It will dissolve on its own after 3 months. Had it done 6 months ago and no side effects from it.

I did. Thanks to the spacer, I had no side effects from my SBRT treatment.

I'm starting my pre-treatment procedures tomorrow. Rectal Spacer insertion and prostate markers are on the menu. After one week rehab, I am scheduled for a CT Simulation procedure. Not looking forward to any of this.

Hi All. Day 35 of 38 radiation treatment this coming Monday. Had SpaceOAR injected beforehand. Trusting Radiologist’s suggestion for it and benefits. Ringing the bell Thursday with my wife is going to be joyous! PTL!