Erectile dysfunction with shock waves: find out more

Treating erectile dysfunction with shock waves has been a very effective alternative. This therapy consists of using low-intensity shock waves acting directly on the cause of the disease to stimulate penile microcirculation. 

This treatment is recommended for cases of erectile dysfunction with vascular origin, caused by hypertension, diabetes, atherosclerosis or age. However, many men may have doubts about what this therapy consists of.

Therefore, read this content until the end to understand everything about the Shock wave treatment for erectile dysfunction. Follow us!

What is erectile dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction, also known as sexual impotence, It is characterized when men face some difficulty or inability to maintain an erection to perform the sexual act.

In situations where the individual has the erection, the process may be slow or not have enough rigidity to complete the sexual act. Furthermore, the dysfunction can also appear along with premature ejaculation.

By the way, It is estimated that 100 million men in the world have impotence, This is the most common sexual dysfunction found in men after the age of 40. In Brazil, this estimate approaches 50% after the age of 40, something around 16 million individuals. 

For the majority of people affected by this disease, impotence can cause great damage to emotional health, leading to low self-esteem, difficulty in relationships and even depression.

To the surprise of many men, erectile dysfunction is more common than they realize. But, If they knew how simple a medical evaluation as well as treatment is, this would no longer be a taboo.

The interesting thing is to make it clear that the entire content of the consultation, as well as the diagnosis, is of interest only to the patient and is completely confidential. This measure aims to ensure more emotional comfort for men who have this sexual dysfunction.

During the medical consultation, a detailed conversation is held to diagnose and treat the cause of the problem, having all the therapeutic resources to treat the different types and degrees of sexual impotence. However, an innovative method, which has restored sexual performance to many men, is shock wave treatment. It is one of the few that acts on the cause of the problem, stimulating the formation of new microvessels in the cavernous bodies of the penis.

How does shockwave treatment of erectile dysfunction work?

In fact, for the penis to have a good erection, it will need to be completely filled with blood, a factor responsible for promoting stiffness. 

Any situation that impedes the vascularization of the sexual organ can lead to erectile dysfunction, such as flaccidity and wear of the penile tissue caused by aging or other diseases.

With this, improve penile blood flow is the foundation of many therapeutic approaches, such as shock wave therapy for the treatment of sexual impotence. 

For this reason, many patients seek to understand how the erectile dysfunction treatment with shock waves, an innovative, non-invasive, painless procedure with no side effects. 

Thus, It is worth mentioning that this approach is not about electricity in the male sexual organ. In fact, they are low-intensity sound waves, which do not cause pain or side effects and are not invasive at all. 

Studies on shockwave therapy

Shock wave therapy has been studied since 2005 and, over the last few years, it has been the subject of several scientific articles that demonstrate very encouraging results for men suffering from erectile dysfunction.

Currently, there are 5 meta-analyses published in respected journals worldwide, with approximately 2.500 patients and the results are positive and statistically significant.

In this way, Shock treatment acts on the cause of impotence and is effective when linked to vascular problems, caused by diseases such as hypertension, increased cholesterol or diabetes that promote penile obstruction.

In shock wave intervention, the objective is to recover irrigation of the penile cavernous tissue, which will restore erectile function. 

The sound waves stimulate stem cells to differentiate from blood vessels, improving blood circulation and vascularization of the organ, which is essential for adequate erection rigidity. Therefore, a significant percentage of patients will have natural and spontaneous erections again, without the use of medication or any other artificial mechanism. Of course, the degree of response depends on the patient's stage of erectile dysfunction. After all, this is not a miracle treatment.

For which patients is shock wave treatment for erectile dysfunction indicated?

The procedure is aimed especially at patients who have blood flow problems in the penis due to aging, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol or obesity. 

In addition, men with erectile dysfunction caused by Peyronie's disease and after prostate surgery are also indicated. In fact, individuals who have lost erection power at an earlier age such as 30-35 can also benefit from the treatment. 

Furthermore, Patients who are having difficulty having quality erections also need to evaluate their cardiac health.

Finally, the treatment will also benefit patients with the following profile:

• Patients who already take vasodilator medications for erection and no longer experience the same results as before;
• Men who have contraindications to the use of these medications for erectile dysfunction because they have coronary disease, for example;
• Individuals who take these medications but have many side effects, such as headaches, nasal congestion, general body aches, etc.;
• Patients who want to reduce the dose of these drugs;
• Men who take medications but do not show results in any way, that is, taking the medication does not produce an erection.

Shock wave treatment for erectile dysfunction: price of the procedure

To treat shock waves, 4 to 12 sessions are required, 1 or 2 times a week, with medical supervision. Each session lasts around 20 minutes and the patient does not need any preparations. From the third session onwards, the results can already be noticed. 

The package with 6 sessions varies from R$6 to R$12, in general. The cost is justified by the high price of the device (imported) and the need to frequently change the Probe (head) to always value the efficiency of the method. All equipment comes from outside the country, priced in dollars. 

What is the erectile dysfunction consultation like?

The consultation is divided into 3 parts, Penile Doppler with drug-erection may be added when necessary. After these steps, we will broadly discuss the treatment options and individualize the best option for your particular case. 

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It is the moment when we carefully listen to the patient's story. It is, without a doubt, the most important part and the patient must have enough time to talk about all their problems, complaints and concerns. After this, we can ask some questions that help guide the conversation. 

Physical exam

In this part of the consultation, we must evaluate the patient as a whole. Weight, waist, blood pressure, hair distribution, presence of gynecomastia, size and consistency of the testicles, palpation of the penis with assessment of nodulations or deformities. 

Request specific laboratory tests

Requesting a metabolic and hormonal profile is essential to exclude treatable and even reversible organic causes of erectile dysfunction. These tests are collected in the same blood and are scheduled in laboratories or a home collection can be scheduled.

Penile Doppler ultrasound with drug-induced erection

This exam can be done in the office at the time of the consultation. It is the most specific test to evaluate vascular causes of erectile dysfunction, especially when carried out by the specialist who is managing the case and correlates the findings with the clinical history.

It is important to evaluate patients who have already taken erection medications, such as phosphodiesterase inhibitors, and have not had a satisfactory response. 

Prescription of specific treatment for your level of dysfunction, the cause of the problem and your target results. 

Conclusion

Treating erectile dysfunction is extremely beneficial to men's health, not only because it improves sexual function. Therefore, this shockwave therapy for erectile dysfunction it will restore the blood vessels in the penis and help improve this condition.

In addition to seeking preventive medical help, don't forget that good habits are extremely helpful in this health process as a whole. 

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Treatment for erectile dysfunction with shock waves with Dr. Marco Túlio Cavalcanti

Now that you know about the shock wave treatment for erectile dysfunction, It is worth noting that Dr. Marco Túlio Cavalcanti is a specialist in the problems of sexual impotence and other conditions related to male sexuality.  

Your case will be studied thoroughly and the best solution will be suggested. There are several options that can adjust to your case and need.

Schedule an appointment right now and learn about all available treatments.

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