What is Erectile Dysfuction?

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is important to a man’s well-being and health, since it not only affects the individual but also causes strain on a couple’s lifestyle and relationship. Erectile dysfunction (ED), one of the most frequently reported medical conditions in men, is defined as the chronic inability to achieve or sustain a penile erection. As erectile function is a complex interplay between psychological and physiological factors.

Why Erectile Dysfuction happen ?

Many risk factors for ED exist including age, prior pelvic surgery, and spinal cord injuries as well as Lack of physical activity, obesity, unhealthy diets, and cigarette smoking have all been shown to contribute to ED . Other contributing factors include diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, metabolic syndrome, and hypogonadism as well as psychiatric and psychological disorders

Sexual health and erectile quality are key components to not only an individual’s quality of life but also their partner’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being .

Who are patient for ED ?

It is grossly estimated that around one third of the men in the age group of 40 -70 are affected with erectile dysfunction and in most of the cases it is vasculogenic ED that is responsible for the problem.

Doctors at Laser 360 Clinic try to increase the blood flow in penis by providing mildly intensive shockwaves to the affected area. These shockwaves, similar to that of ultrasonic waves, stimulate and induce the tissues to develop new micro blood vessels and thereby increase the blood flow to the erectile tissue. The results of this treatment are very good that majority of the patients affected with erectile dysfunction due to vasculogenic ED have started achieving quality erections.

We are Using most modern and non invasive method for ED :

1. P – Shot : Penile shockwave therapy :Low-intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy (LI-ESWT) has been used as a therapy that may improve blood vessel function and promote the growth of new blood vessels , outcomes are promising.
2. Platelets produce growth factors which are important in wound healing and the growth of new blood vessels. Intracavernosal injection of PRP has shown improvement in erectile function ED.

Am I a candidate for treatment?
It is vital to find out the actual reason behind the erectile dysfunction as this treatment is primarily for those who have the poor penile blood flow as the reason. Hence this calls for comprehensive consultations, physical examinations, and clinical screening tests.

Treatment duration :
As mentioned earlier, it is a non-invasive and painless treatment. Hence the treatment is provided as an outpatient procedure in six sessions that is spread over a span of three weeks. Each session lasts for around 30 minutes. After the completion of full cycle of treatment, it is necessary to undergo routine follow up for further assessments.

Is there any Side effects for shock wave therapy ?
The word shock wave therapy sounds painful, but in contrary, it is absolutely painless procedure with minimal side effects. Patients can immediately return to their routine work after the completion of each session.

What are Advantages of shock wave and PRP?
The distinct advantage of treatment through shockwaves is that it does not have any recurring costs of medicines. While all other medications and injections treat the symptoms, the shock wave therapy addresses the underlying problem of penile blood flow. Hence the results are good with restoration of proper function of penis.