A better speculum,
a better practice,
a better world
Designed for women,
doctors and our planet
Let’s face it: even though it is essential for health and wellbeing, no woman looks forward to a pelvic exam. At Orchid Spec, we aspire to make these indispensable procedures as effortless as possible for women and gynaecologists worldwide – with zero impact on our precious planet.
“The Orchid Spec specula are in a class of their own; my patients say their examination is more comfortable. The Open SPX is my treatment speculum of choice with improved access and visual field.”
Prof. Maggie Cruickshank - President EFC 2023 (European Federation Colposcopy)
“Robust design, self-lubricating and single-hand operation make this instrument the true standard for examination.”
Dr Gary Dorman - Consultant Gyne Oncologist at Northern Health and Social Care Trust
“It’s the most user-friendly speculum we’ve seen. It offers optimal manipulation and reliable operation, and it’s smooth and aesthetically pleasing. Patients prefer it.”
Theresa Freeman-Wang - Consultant Gynaecologist at The Portland Hospital
"The best speculum available today. Both patient and user friendly with optimal performance during all procedures indicated."
Prof. Dr. M. H. Emanuel - Gynaecologist and innovator UMC Utrecht, Bergman Clinics Hilversum, and UZ Ghent.
"I greatly prefer working with the Orchid Spec. Its smooth, soft and elegant appearance and easy application make it brilliant to work with. Our patients continuously compliment us on the vast improvement over using the metal special of the past."
Prof. Dr. M.Y. Bongers - Gynaecologist & International speaker. Máxima Medical Center, Veldhoven
A better Speculum
Designed with a woman’s body in mind, the Orchid Spec is the patient-friendly alternative to conventional plastic and metal specula.
No pinching of tissue
due to the large gap between the bills.
Easier manipulation
Deeper insertion possible and less rectal contact due to backward angled handle.
Effortless insertion
Due to the soft, smooth organic shape and warm material.
Improved comfort
Frictionless manipulation due to the large, rounded edges.
Designed for silent operation
No clicking when dilating reduces patient tensing.
Innovative single-handed locking mechanism
for easy, fidget-free locking and adjusting.
Wider access for instruments
30% wider access while maintaining a narrow bill design.
Reduced risk of cross-contamination
due to a disposable design.
Enhanced cervix support
The patented inward folded edges combined with the flat support surfaces at the tip of the bills allow for improved lifting and positioning of the cervix.
Flush smoke channel
Optimal view and precise manipulation of instruments with the flat channel design.
Tapered nozzle
Easy and reliable connecting to most common smoke suction tubes.
Effortless insertion
Thanks to the soft, smooth organic shape and warm material.
Improved comfort
Frictionless manipulation thanks to the large, rounded edges.
Designed for silent operation
No clicking when dilating reduces patient tensing.
Innovative single-handed locking mechanism
for easy, fidget-free locking and adjusting.
No pinching of tissue
thanks to the large gap between the bills.
Easier manipulation
Deeper insertion possible and less rectal contact due to backward angled handle design.
Wider access for instruments
30% wider access while maintaining a narrow bill design.
Enhanced cervix support
The patented inward folded edges combined with the flat support surfaces at the tip of the bills allow for improved lifting and positioning of the cervix.
Reflective surface
The white reflective surface directs more external light to the tip of the speculum than clear or metal specula. No internal light source needed.
Flush smoke channel
Optimal view and precise manipulation of instruments with the flat channel design.
Orchid Spec compared
The Orchid Spec offers benefits not found with other disposables or reusable metal specula. See how we compare.
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Meet the family
The Orchid Spec comes in four sizes: Virgo, Medium, Wide and Long. All sizes are available in the popular ‘clean white’ and 'crystal clear' designs.
What doctors are saying
This BBC Health item shows how the Orchid Spec helps women overcome their anxiety about their periodic cervix exams.
A better practice
The Orchid Spec is an easy way to improve the in-clinic experience and procedure outcomes for gynaecologists, obstetricians, and primary-care physicians. Patients experience the pelvic exam as more efficient and less stressful, which increases compliance with follow-up visits.
What physicians say
For easy and practical locking and unlocking.
Facilitates smooth handling every time.
A 30% wider access (introitus) offers more maneuverability with tools and superior examination.
The front handle tilts backwards, allowing for deeper insertion, requiring less switching to other sizes and less likeliness of touching the rectum.
compared to other single-use specula.
unique inward folded support surfaces direct the cervix at the physician, and the white speculum delivers more light.
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A better world
From its inception, the Orchid Spec focused on a cradle-to-cradle design that maximises environmental sustainability. The state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in The Netherlands operates highly CO2 efficient and has optimised natural resource management such as water and waste. The product and packaging design have optimised weight and volume reduction, limiting the material usage and logistics footprint.
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The Orchid Spec Bio
And we don’t stop there: our Orchid Spec Bio speculum is produced from 100% sugarcane. We are the first manufacturer in the world to offer a 100% BioBased speculum. Still, this is not our end goal. We strive to provide a fully CO2-neutral speculum by 2025 and be net negative by 2030.
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Request a free trial
Once you experience our product, we believe that you will not want to go back to your old ways. For this reason, we are offering hospitals and practices the opportunity to try out the Orchid Spec products.
We'll evaluate your request
If your application is approved, every physician working at your location who would like to participate will receive ample Orchid Specs to test our specula on patients.
Start complimentary trial
We will offer a complimentary survey among participating physicians to help capture experiences and report the findings. This report includes a cost analysis comparing your current situation and switching to the Orchid Spec. Again, No obligations and at no cost.
