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Shockwave therapy for ED?

Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Jan 17 1:04pm | Replies (18)

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After SBRT and ADT my libido is zilch and erectile function moderately compromised.

I was recently evaluated at UCLA Men’s Health Center and LiSWT was suggested as potentially beneficial theoretically due to stimulation of increased blood vessel supply to the erectile tissues of the penis. The lack of double blind controlled studies was emphasized, though the literature “suggests” better outcomes with mild-moderate ED with LiSWT compared to a sham procedure.

At my initial visit (last week) tadalafil was increased from 5 mg to 10 mg daily. I do think my erections are slightly improved (I was able to masturbate to an orgasm [dry of course] recently.)

I am still thinking about LiSWT so I know this doesn’t directly answer your question, but UCLA is an academic institution of distinction which lends some credibility to the recommendation.

I understand that protocols and equipment vary widely as current standards are still being defined and evaluated.

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@rbtsch1951

Thank you for your comment on UCLA's clinic suggesting LiSWT. I agree that this is a good supporting argument for the therapy's possible validity. However, I am not sure if they would also recommend it in post-RALP cases, as well as in cases such as yours.

From my research, I also agree that this therapy seems to be in an experimental phase, with no protocols clearly established and no formal study results published.

Just the fact that nobody in this forum has replied yet to this post with a personal experience is a strong signal about the therapy's low recognition or acceptance for PC patients.