Penile Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses low-intensity acoustic waves to stimulate tissue regeneration and improve vascularization in various urological conditions.
The procedure works by promoting angiogenesis (the formation of new blood vessels), which enhances blood circulation in the treated tissues and supports their recovery without the need for surgery or continuous medication.
What is it used for?
Shockwave therapy is used in several urological and andrological conditions, including:
Vascular erectile dysfunction (ED)
- Indicated in men with erectile dysfunction caused by circulatory problems.
- Stimulates the regeneration of blood vessels in the penis, naturally improving erection quality.
Peyronie’s disease (penile curvature)
- Helps break down fibrous plaques in the penis and reduce progressive curvature.
- May relieve pain associated with the active phase of the disease.
Chronic pelvic pain syndrome and chronic prostatitis
- Reduces inflammation and improves circulation in the prostate and pelvic tissues.
- Decreases pain and discomfort in patients with non-bacterial prostatitis or persistent pelvic pain.
Main benefits
- Non-invasive and no major side effects → Performed on an outpatient basis, without the need for anesthesia or hospitalization.
- Stimulates natural regeneration → Does not rely on drugs or surgery, promoting the healing of treated tissues.
- Effective in vascular erectile dysfunction → Improves erectile function in many patients without daily medication.
- Reduces pain and inflammation → Especially useful for patients with chronic prostatitis or pelvic pain syndrome.
- Alternative for Peyronie’s disease → May slow disease progression and improve symptoms without surgery.
Special considerations
- Not all patients are ideal candidates → In cases of severe erectile dysfunction caused by neurological damage or advanced disease, effectiveness may be limited.
- Requires multiple sessions → Typically 6 to 12 sessions are needed to achieve optimal results.
- Progressive results → Improvements in erectile function or reduction in pelvic pain are usually seen in the weeks following treatment.