Shockwave therapy is the perfect, long-term solution without the use of drugs, needles, or pumps.

Shockwave therapy has been shown effective in improving blood flow to enhance sexual performance.

In most cases, patients may resume sexual activity the same day as their procedure. However, some patients may experience a slight discomfort or soreness from the procedure. These patients should reframe from vigorous activity for the next 24-48 hours post procedure until soreness resolves.

There are several known risk factors for developing erectile dysfunction. Many of these risk factors also cause restricted blood flow throughout the body, causing poor circulation that in turn can cause erectile dysfunction. Some of the common risk factors associated with erectile dysfunction include:

 Age (men over the age of fifty are more likely to develop ED)

 High blood sugar

 High blood pressure

 High cholesterol

 Obesity

 Smoking

 Alcohol consumption

 Use of illegal drugs

 Sedentary lifestyle

Erectile dysfunction is more common in men as they get older, however, aging does not always cause a man to develop the condition. Often, erectile dysfunction is the sign that something more serious is going on in the body. Given this, it is important that men who are suffering from erectile dysfunction discuss their issue with a treatment provider.

In many men who suffer from erectile dysfunction, the cause is poor circulation. Poor circulation may cause health issues. To diagnose erectile dysfunction, your medical professional will begin by asking you questions about your vascular and heart health along with your erection issues. Your health care provider may also perform a physical examination or may refer you to a urologist for lab tests.

When suffering from erectile dysfunction it is important to answer all questions from your health care provider with honesty. Your provider will ask you questions about your current health, prescription medications and over the counter medications you might be taking, your smoking habits, and your alcohol consumption. From this information, your provider will learn more about what may be causing your erection issues.

Plaque from scar tissue under the skin of the penis causes Peyronie’s Disease. The scar tissue is the result of some type of injury to the penis. As the disease develops, the plaque pulls on the tissues of the penis and causes the penis to curve. The curving makes intercourse painful, difficult, and often impossible.

If you are experiencing sexual complications due to possible Peyronie’s Disease, options for treatment are available. Shockwave therapy, using the Duolith device, is a premium brand of extracorporeal shockwave therapy for erectile dysfunction. This non-invasive, in-office treatment can improve male sexual health with no side effects.

Understanding the causes of Peyronie’s Disease can help you when seeking treatment. Ask your health care provider about Shockwave therapy. Medical professionals who treat patients for Peyronie’s Disease are encouraged to investigate Shockwave therapy as an alternative to traditional surgical treatment.

There are several different theories how penile shockwave therapy enhances penile erectile function. While all theories may differ in mechanism, they all point towards improving penile blood, improving vascular growth and renewal, improving nerve function, and breaking down fibrotic tissue within the penis to enhance erectile function. Penile shockwave therapy has been studied extensively since 2010. Penile shockwave therapy for ED has been a European Urologic Association potential first line treatment for ED since 2013. LISWT is the only therapy available today that improves erectile function by potential treating the underlying physiology and may provide a cure for ED.

According to several well published studies and clinicians there have been no reported negative impacts of penile shockwave therapy for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Therapy is safe and can be effective in the right population of men who suffer from ED.

Currently, there are no guideline statements to identify the ideal patient for penile shockwave therapy. The American Urologic Association (AUA) in 2018 advised that therapy is still investigational. All patients who undergo penile shockwave therapy should know that this modality of therapy is not FDA approved and results, treatment protocols and side effects are not fully understood. However, penile shockwave results have been astounding and a novel therapy option for men with ED. We currently offer it as an “off label” treatment to individual patients where appropriate, because both the literature and our clinical experience show significant improvement in many treated patients. Currently penile shockwave therapy is being and is best utilized for men in the following clinical situations:

1) Men with mild to moderate neurogenic or vasculogenic ED

2) Men who do not desire to be on Viagra or Cialis

3) Men who fail to achieve an erection on Viagra or Cialis

4) Men who desire to improve their erectile response, erectile size and rigidity while use oral ED meds

5) Men who have failed to respond to ED meds and do not desire penile injection therapy or MUSE ®.

No. Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive procedure.

Most people who get shockwave therapy for ED will often see benefits within one to three months. The initial results (within the first several weeks) can be dramatic.