Erectile dysfunction (ED) affects the sexual health and mental well-being of many men around the world and can make having a good sex life difficult. Bedroom performance can sometimes be an uncomfortable topic and as such, many men go without a diagnosis or treatment. It’s estimated that only a quarter of men with ED actually receive treatment. An important first step toward resolving any problem is to correctly identify it. That begins with a basic understanding of what erectile dysfunction actually is.
What is ED?
Erectile dysfunction is the inability to get or keep an erection firm enough to have sexual intercourse. Although most commonly present in older men, it’s important to note that erectile dysfunction is not a normal part of the aging process. It’s also not something you have to live with. Most men will experience occasional erectile dysfunction, but over 30 million American men experience frequent erectile dysfunction. Although there are many potential causes for ED, including trauma or psychological problems, the most common cause of ED is restricted blood flow to the penis. This can be caused by hardening of the arteries or the build up of micro plaque.
Common Symptoms:
- Decreased interest in sexual activity
- Difficulty getting an erection
- Difficulty maintaining an erection
What are my options?
There are several treatment options available to men experiencing symptoms of erectile dysfunction. Medication has long been the first-line therapy for many forms of erectile dysfunction. According to the Journal of Urology, Phosphodiesterase5-inhibitors, like Viagra are an ineffective treatment option in 40% of patients. Some common side effects of ED medication include headaches, flushing and nasal congestion. Over time, these medications may lose their effectiveness due to damage to small blood vessels. Penile Injections involve administering medication into the base or side of the penis using a fine gauge needle and typically produce an erection in 5-20 minutes. If medications fail or fear of needles takes injections off the table, surgery is another alternative, albeit costly and invasive.
The Introduction of Shockwave
You’ve probably heard it on the radio, shockwave therapy is making WAVES within the world of ED treatments. A decades old proven technology, first used by urologists to treat kidney stones, has been clinically shown to address the symptoms brought on by erectile dysfunction. Shockwave technology has been widely adopted by Urologists all over the country as an alternative therapy in restoring your body’s natural sexual function.
Andravive™ Benefits
Andravive therapy is powered by SoftWave™ technology which is considered to be the only “Genuine Shockwave” that uses patented acoustic wave technology to optimize men’s sexual performance and treat erectile dysfunction. Andravive addresses the root cause of ED and has produced long lasting results in some cases up to two years after treatment. Andravive treatments break down plaque in the penis, initiate growth of new blood vessels and revive nerve tissue. This neovascularization process leads to harder erections that last longer with enhanced sexual intensity. No therapy is 100% effective for every patient. However, over 80% of Andravive patients are seeing results after the completion of a full round of treatments.
Andravive Therapy:
- Has no-known side effects
- Is non-invasive
- Clinically proven 80% success rate
- Drug and surgery free
- Restores spontaneous erections
Andravive therapy, powered by SoftWave technology, has helped countless men regain their natural sexual function and revive their love life with no pills, injections or surgery.
Summary
Almost all men experience some form of ED during their lifetime and its prevalence does increase with age. If you experience a frequent inability to achieve or maintain an erection, your doctor may diagnose you with ED. Erectile dysfunction is not something you have to live with and there are many treatment options available to you. Ask your provider if Andravive therapy is right for you, or call one of our providers today for a consultation.