For men, experiencing erection trouble from time to time is normal but if it goes on for an extended period of time, it can definitely be a point of concern. The penis is one of the most important organs for males and plays a large role in intimate relationships and everyday life. Experiencing difficulty maintaining or achieving an erection can lead to stress between partners and have a negative effect on your mental health and self-esteem.

Phoenix Men’s Clinic is the leading men’s health clinic AZ. Our team of doctors can help treat a variety of medical conditions for both sexual health and overall health through cutting-edge regenerative medicine treatments and testosterone therapy. Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is one of the many issues that our team can help you overcome through Acoustic Wave therapy. 

Don’t live with the frustrating symptoms of ED. Below, we take a closer look at this condition and what you can do to overcome it.

What is Erectile Dysfunction?

Erectile Dysfunction can be defined as the consistent inability to attain or maintain a penile erection that is satisfactory for sexual intercourse. This is not the same as a poor sex drive or problems with ejaculation. ED refers specifically to the penis itself in that it will not respond to sexual desire. 

A normal erection is the result of increased blood flow into the penis, usually stimulated either by sexual thoughts or direct contact with the penis.

Upon becoming sexually aroused, the muscles in the penis relax, allowing for an increase in the blood flow through the penile arteries into two chambers known as the corpora cavernosa. As blood accumulates in the chambers, the penis gets rigid. ED occurs due to problems that may crop up at any step of the erection process. 

Erectile Dysfunction usually affects older males ranging between the ages of 40 and 70. Persistent issues achieving an erection can be a sign of other underlying health concerns, so it’s important to consult your physician if you are experiencing this condition.

Causes and Symptoms of Erectile Dysfunction 

There are 3 major symptoms of ED:

  • being able to get an erection sometimes, but not every time you want to have sex
  • being able to get an erection, but not having it last long enough for sex
  • being unable to get an erection at all

Unfortunately, there is no singular cause of ED. Causes can range from things such as other health conditions (diabetes, prostate cancer, high blood pressure, multiple sclerosis), to taking certain types of medications such as antidepressants. 

Other causes can also include psychological factors like depression and lifestyle factors like being overweight, not getting enough exercise or smoking. This makes ED difficult to source, so it’s important to visit your doctor as soon as possible if you experience the inability to achieve an erection for a prolonged period.

Can I Safely Treat My ED Symptoms With Acoustic Wave Therapy?

There are several remedies for ED, including pills, injections or implants. Unfortunately, all of these methods often come with harsh side effects. Doctors have been searching for a remedy that naturally restores sexual function. 

Acoustic Wave Therapy (AWT) is one such viable treatment that has reaped successful results in patients with Erectile Dysfunction. This treatment is completely non-invasive and works by using energy from acoustic waves to trigger a process called neovascularization which causes new blood vessels to form. 

This helps improve the flow of blood to the region and enhance sexual performance. AWT has been widely hailed as a safe treatment that reaps long-term results. It is drug-free, surgery-free, completely non-invasive, performed in-office at Phoenix Men’s Clinic and provides long-term effective results.

How is Acoustic Wave Therapy Performed?

The treatment itself is easy and has no adverse effects for a majority of patients. A clinician applies a probe to the penis which is coated in a special gel and targets different areas for maximum effectiveness. 

Treatment sessions usually last for approximately fifteen to twenty minutes. Men usually don’t need anesthesia, nor do they experience pain during this process, although some have reported a tingling sensation in the treated area.

Following the AWT treatment, many men have found that their erections have improved, and they are able to have intercourse. However, it’s important to note that this treatment is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Men who experience more severe cases of ED may still need to take medications in addition to having Acoustic Wave therapy treatments.

Benefits of Using Acoustic Wave Therapy

Using this type of therapy to treat Erectile Dysfunction provides many advantages over other treatments:

– Non-invasive

– No surgery required

– No sedation necessary for most patients

– Naturally heightens blood circulation

– No side effects for most patients

– Pain-free for most patients

– Ability to continue with their daily normal activities post-treatments

If you are experiencing any symptoms of Erectile Dysfunction, make sure to contact us today for a free and discreet consultation to see how we can best help you.