Erectile Dysfunction
ED shockwave therapy: is every device the same?
What is the short answer?
No.
Medical-grade, focused low-intensity shockwave devices are different from some lower-energy devices marketed at spas.
What else should I know?
The device, energy, and protocol matter.
Time to get it looked at?
Get treatment based on a proper ED evaluation.
If you're considering shockwave therapy, schedule a visit for an evaluation.
What happens at a visit?
Our Conyers Clinic, 1366 Wellbrook Circle Suite B, Conyers, GA 30012, is where Newton County families meet our urologists; any procedure is planned at our Snellville Clinic & Surgery Center.
How do our urologists approach this?
Before suggesting any device, our team looks at the whole picture of your ED. ED can be linked to blood vessel health, hormones, diabetes or medicines, and those need attention first. If shockwave therapy fits, we explain the device we use, how many sessions are typical and what results to expect. We also cover how it compares with pills, injections and implants.
What happens at a visit?
Your visit is private and unhurried. We’ll ask about your health, medicines and how ED affects you, and we often order lab work. We’ll go over the treatment options Advanced Urology offers and help you choose a starting point.
How should I prepare?
Before your visit, make a list of your medicines and health conditions, and note what you’ve already tried for ED and how it worked. Recent lab results from your primary care doctor are useful too. Bring your questions.
When should I call?
Call us if your erections change suddenly, a treatment causes side effects, or you’d like to compare options before booking sessions.
What do patients often ask?
These are the questions we hear most, each with a short answer.
Why does the device matter?
The device, the energy it delivers and the protocol all affect what you can expect, so medical-grade focused devices aren’t interchangeable with spa versions.
Who benefits most?
Shockwave therapy is generally aimed at mild to moderate ED, which is why we start with an evaluation.
Is there a video on this?
This Advanced Urology episode explains ED causes, treatments and newer approaches.
- Watch: #007 - Breaking Down Erectile Dysfunction: Causes, Treatments, and New Advances What the video covers: A podcast episode on the causes and diagnosis of erectile dysfunction and treatments ranging from lifestyle changes and oral medicines to low-intensity shockwave therapy, injections and penile implants.
What should I read next?
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