ESWT (Shockwave) therapy is an innovative treatment that uses high-pressure sound waves to reduce arterial stiffness and stimulate the formation of new blood vessels in the penis. Delivered to different areas of the penis via a specialized probe, these ultrasonic waves activate the self-repair mechanisms of the blood vessels. As a result, penile blood flow increases, vascular health improves, and erectile quality is naturally enhanced.
Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) has been used in various medical fields for many years, and scientific studies show that it achieves high success rates in treating erectile dysfunction. The procedure is painless, non-surgical, and does not require anesthesia.
How Is Shockwave Therapy Applied?
Before treatment, a local anesthetic cream is applied to the penis to numb the skin and subcutaneous tissue. After approximately 30 minutes, a specialized probe delivers high-pressure sound waves to different areas of the penis. Thanks to the anesthetic cream, the ESWT procedure is completely painless, and patients do not feel any discomfort after the session.
In clinical settings, an ESWT session typically lasts 15–20 minutes, and patients can return to their daily activities immediately afterward.
Who Is Shockwave Therapy Suitable For?
ESWT is effective for patients with erectile dysfunction caused by:
- Diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease
- Smoking-related erectile issues
- Age-related erectile dysfunction
- Mild to moderate penile arterial stiffness detected in routine penile ultrasonography
- Persistent erectile dysfunction despite previous treatments (medication, vacuum devices, etc.)
Detailed pre-treatment evaluation, including physical examination, blood tests, and ultrasonography, is critical for proper patient selection.
How Many Sessions Are Needed?
For mild erectile dysfunction, ESWT is generally planned as 6 sessions, each lasting 15–20 minutes, with 48–72 hours between sessions. The treatment may take 3–4 weeks depending on severity. Patients with moderate or severe erectile dysfunction may require additional sessions. Sexual activity and normal social life can continue during the treatment period.
Although results vary individually, most patients notice significant improvements in erectile function within 2–3 months after treatment.
How Long Do the Effects Last?
The main goal of ESWT is to restore and regenerate penile blood vessels and stimulate the formation of new vessels. With proper patient selection, long-term and potentially permanent results can be achieved. However, unhealthy lifestyle habits post-treatment may compromise the repaired vascular functions. Maintaining healthy nutrition, exercise, and avoiding smoking is crucial for lasting effects.
Why Choose ESWT?
ESWT is a clinically validated, innovative, and non-invasive treatment option for erectile dysfunction. A 2013 study highlighted ESWT as a revolutionary, drug-free, and side-effect-free solution. Another study in 2017 on 710 men demonstrated statistically significant improvements in erectile function following treatment.
Painless application, avoidance of surgery, quick return to normal life, and natural stimulation of vascular repair make ESWT one of the most preferred treatments in modern andrology. It can also be effectively combined with SVF (Stem Cell Therapy) for enhanced outcomes.
Final Notes:
Although erectile dysfunction becomes more common with age, it is no longer an unsolvable problem. Proper diagnosis, careful patient selection, and effective use of modern technology can significantly improve sexual quality of life. Clinical practices and scientific research worldwide confirm that ESWT is an effective, safe, and natural solution for erectile dysfunction.
