I really need to get a pair of those. Every one says that they are great for fresh stretches. Dr. Rob, that is also a really great site to order from. Their shipping is ridiculously fast in the States, and my orders are always correct.
Also, no one is too old to start stretching. Although, even at 24 I had my reservations, but I just said screw it. Ha ha.
If you don't mind me asking, what do you have your doctorate in?
Good luck on your stretching/piercing!!