How Does Shockwave Work?

Shockwave works by passing energy waves, an intense but short energy pulse that travels faster than the speed of sound into the tissues. The treatment initiates a pro-inflamatory response in the tissue where it is applied. The body responds by increasing the blood circulation and metabolism in the impact area which in turn accelerates the body’s own healing processes via three mechanisms:

• Promotes angio-genesis (development of new blood vessels) in the penis which means that the blood flow to the penis increases and hence stronger erections are achieved;

• Rejuvenates the endothelium and penis smooth muscle – Shockwave has been shown to induce the body to repair the endothelium and smooth muscle in the penis and thus improve the function of the veno-occlusive mechanism; and

• There is some evidence to suggest that the Shockwave therapy can also improve the functioning of the penile nerves if these have been damaged following a radical prostatectomy or because of diabetes.