Erectile Dysfunction
Low-Intensity Shockwave Therapy for ED: how long do results last?
What is the short answer?
Some men notice results for a year or more, but it varies, and long-term research is limited.
Some choose booster sessions.
What else should I know?
It is most effective for mild to moderate ED.
When should I make an appointment?
If you're interested, schedule a visit to see if it fits you.
What happens at a visit?
Our two Gwinnett offices each include a surgery center: Snellville at 1557 Janmar Rd, Snellville, GA 30078 and Lawrenceville at 501 Crown Pointe Way, Lawrenceville, GA 30046. Let us know which part of the county you call home, and we’ll take it from there.
How do our urologists approach this?
Shockwave therapy can help some men with mild to moderate ED, but it isn’t the right starting point for everyone. Our urologists begin with a full ED evaluation. We look at blood flow, hormones, medicines and conditions like diabetes. Then we explain where shockwave therapy fits next to pills, injections, vacuum devices and implants, all of which Advanced Urology offers.
What happens at a visit?
Your first visit is a private conversation about your symptoms and health, often with lab work. If shockwave therapy makes sense, we’ll explain how many sessions are typical and how we’ll check your progress, and we’ll talk about booster sessions.
How should I prepare?
Bring your medicine list and note what ED treatments you’ve tried and how well they worked. Recent lab results from other doctors help too.
When should I call?
Call us if your erections change suddenly, if pills cause side effects, or if you’d like to talk about booster sessions.
What do patients often ask?
These are the questions we hear most, each with a short answer.
Is shockwave therapy the same as a spa treatment?
No. Medical-grade focused devices are different from lower-energy devices marketed elsewhere, and the device and protocol matter.
Can I combine it with pills?
Many men do. We’ll talk about whether using both makes sense for you.
Is there a video on this?
This Advanced Urology episode explains ED causes and newer treatments.
- 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.
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