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Low-Intensity Shockwave Therapy for ED: who is a good candidate?

Who is a good candidate for shockwave therapy for ED?

The short answer

Candidates for low-intensity shockwave therapy may include men whose mild to moderate ED is blood-flow related, men wanting a treatment without daily pills, or men who get partial results from pills. It's done in a series of short sessions with no needles or downtime.

More detail

It's still considered an emerging treatment, and results vary. It may not help severe ED or ED from nerve damage. With mild to moderate ED, it's worth asking whether shockwave therapy suits you.

Our care near Marietta

Across Marietta, Canton, Dallas and Jasper, our team sees you for visits and follow-ups at the office where you first come to us.

Request a visit at Advanced Urology to go over your options.

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Where can I go from here?

Start with the condition page, then call or book online whenever you are ready.

A first visit for ED

Men from around north Georgia see us for ED in Marietta, Canton, Jasper and at the Dallas Clinic. We'll talk about how long erections have been a problem, how pills have worked for you, and your heart and blood sugar health. A short exam and lab work help us understand what's driving the change.

How our urologists decide on shockwave therapy

Low-intensity shockwave treatment is performed in the office over a series of short sessions and needs no incisions or anesthesia. It's considered mainly when ED stems from reduced blood flow and is mild to moderate; if pills, a vacuum device or an implant seem a better bet for you, we'll say so plainly.

When to call sooner

  • An erection lasting longer than four hours
  • Chest pain with sexual activity
  • Sudden curvature or a lump in the penis

Consultations can be arranged by phone at (678) 344-8900 or through our website.

What sessions feel like

Each treatment takes place in an exam room, lasts a short while, and you can drive yourself home and get on with your day afterward.

We'll check in after the series to see how erections have responded.

No needles or recovery time off work are involved.

Related reading

Videos from Advanced Urology

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Treatment Options Presented by Dr. Chirag Dave What the video covers: A men's health webinar with Dr. Chirag Dave on erectile dysfunction, how common it is in men 40 to 70, and treatments ranging from prescription medicine to penile implants. Watch on YouTube

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