Acoustic wave therapy is an affordable and widely available noninvasive solution designed to ease pain, increase mobility, and promote healing of damaged tissue. Physical therapists frequently turn to this noninvasive therapy method for relieving symptoms such as headaches and backache.
Shock waves created by shock waves break up areas of thickened scar tissue and encourage new blood vessel and stem cell formation, as well as decrease Substance P, a neurotransmitter responsible for inflammation and pain.
The Benefits of Acoustic Wave Therapy
Reduces Pain and Inflammation
Acoustic waves use their oscillatory motions to break down scar tissue and promote the body’s natural healing processes, as well as remove calcifications that cause discomfort or stiffness in joints and muscles.
Acoustic wave therapy used on the face can help treat wrinkles and reduce sagging skin while strengthening connective tissues and increasing skin elasticity.
Acoustic waves may also be used to treat tendons and bones. By increasing blood flow to an affected area, acoustic waves can reduce swelling while also alleviating chronic pain. Furthermore, this form of therapy may increase muscle strength.
Acoustic wave therapy has long been employed in orthopedic medicine to effectively treat many conditions, including tennis elbow, heel spurs and carpal tunnel syndrome. This therapy is noninvasive and pain free with no adverse side effects – all within just a short session session!
Furthermore, this approach offers significant savings over traditional medicine costs as it doesn’t incur anesthesia fees or prescription costs for each treatment session – plus, there are no side effects or costlier treatments!
Increases Blood Flow
Erectile dysfunction may result from poor blood flow. With age comes narrowed blood vessels which supply our penis, decreasing oxygenated and nutrient-rich blood that gets delivered directly. Acoustical Wave Therapy breaks up plaque while stimulating new vessel formation to restore healthy blood flow.
Acoustic Wave Therapy helps reduce inflammation by decreasing concentrations of Substance P, a neurotransmitter responsible for transmitting pain information. As such, you’ll experience both immediate and long-term relief.
Acoustic waves offer an effective noninvasive method for skin tightening that’s safe and noninvasive for most people – including patients taking medication.
Unlike other skin tightening technologies that use thermal damage to tighten skin, acoustic waves penetrate tissue without heating it, enabling your body to tighten it without risking serious tissue damage.
Stimulates Stem Cells
Acoustic wave therapy stimulates stem cells and encourages new blood vessels to form in the treatment area, increasing oxygen delivery to injured tissues for improved erectile function. Acoustic wave therapy may be particularly useful for people suffering from Peyronie’s disease or other erectile issues.
Contrary to ultrasound treatments, shock waves used by acoustic wave therapy do not result in thermal damage or rupture. Instead, the mechanical tightening of tissue caused by these waves releases various natural cytokines and growth factors to support cell repair while encouraging new blood vessel growth (neo angiogenesis).
Acoustic wave therapy is noninvasive, painless and requires no downtime. We suggest scheduling a consultation with one of our practitioners to see if acoustic wave therapy could be right for you. They will review your medical history, previous treatments and desired results before helping create a personalized plan to guide your treatments.
Reduces Substance P
Shock waves cause microruptures to tissues, leading to increased production of proteins such as VEGF and BMP which promote blood vessel formation, speeding healing. This allows your body to heal more quickly.
Shockwaves also reduce the concentration of Substance P, a neurotransmitter which relays pain information to the central nervous system and has been proven to bring relief to pain symptoms. Studies have demonstrated this reduction has produced positive effects.
Acoustic wave therapy encourages collagen production, essential for bone and joint health. Furthermore, it breaks up calcium buildup in damaged tendons to allow the body to excrete it more effectively.
Shockwaves also serve to erase pathological memory reflexes associated with chronic conditions, and initiate natural pain receptor reset, leading to long-term healing without medication or surgery.
Benefits of Acoustic Wave Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction
Acoustic Wave Therapy (AWT) is a cutting-edge treatment that has been gaining popularity for its ability to effectively treat erectile dysfunction (ED).
This non-invasive treatment uses low-intensity sound waves to improve blood flow to the penis, break up plaque formation, and promote natural and spontaneous erections. But what are the specific benefits of AWT for ED?
Improved Blood Flow and Erections
One of the primary benefits of AWT for ED is the improvement in blood flow to the penis. By increasing blood flow, AWT can help men achieve firmer, longer-lasting erections.
This improved blood flow also helps to break up any plaque formation in the penis, which can contribute to ED.
Natural Healing and Cell Growth
AWT promotes natural healing processes in the body, leading to repair and cell growth in the affected area. This can be especially beneficial for men who have ED due to nerve damage or other underlying medical conditions.
High Success Rate
AWT has a proven track record of effectively treating ED, with a success rate of over 75% in more than 100 clinical studies. This makes it a viable treatment option for men who have not responded well to other forms of ED treatment.
Increased Sensitivity and Sexual Performance
In addition to improving blood flow and promoting natural healing, AWT can also increase sensitivity and enhance overall sexual performance.
How Long Does it Take to See Results from Acoustic Wave Therapy?
The time it takes to see results from AWT varies from patient to patient, but most men begin to see improvements within the first few weeks of treatment.
According to various estimates, the initial results of AWT for ED can be seen within the first several weeks to one to three months. On average, patients can expect to see results within four to six weeks.
It is important to note that AWT for ED is still considered an experimental treatment option, and more research needs to be done to fully understand its potential efficacy. Despite this, AWT is a quick, non-surgical, and painless treatment that offers hope to men with ED who have not found success with other treatment options.
Ongoing Research and Considerations
While AWT has shown promising results, further research is necessary to determine its full potential and optimal protocols. Dr. Georgios Hatzichristodoulou, an associate professor of urology, acknowledges that the literature does not yet definitively support shock wave therapy as the new standard of care for ED.
It remains to be determined whether shock wave therapy is exclusively suitable for men with vasculogenic ED or if it can benefit other individuals as well. Additionally, refining the protocols for delivering AWT is an area of ongoing investigation.
“They are saying that shock wave therapy is the new treatment and should be the new standard of care,” Dr. Georgios Hatzichristodoulou, MD, associate professor of urology at the Julius-Maximilians-University of Würzburg in Germany said. “But according to the literature, we cannot say that.”
Despite the ongoing research, the existing evidence and success rates make AWT a compelling option for individuals seeking a non-surgical and painless treatment for erectile dysfunction.
Consulting with a healthcare professional can provide further guidance on the suitability of AWT and help determine the most appropriate treatment approach for each individual’s unique needs.
What Is the Cost of Acoustic Wave Therapy?
The cost of acoustic wave therapy varies depending on the provider, location, and the number of sessions required. At WaveTech™ Therapy, the cost of acoustic wave therapy can range from $500 to $1500 per session.
The number of sessions required varies depending on the individual’s unique situation, but most clients can expect to see results for up to 2 years.
Shockwave therapy for erectile dysfunction may cost as little as $500 per session. Shockwave therapy is not FDA-approved for the management of erectile dysfunction, so it is not a covered benefit and is an out-of-pocket procedure offered at a rate of $450 a session, with the recommendation of six sessions per patient.
The cost of regenerative ED treatments can range from $500 per session for shockwave therapy to $1900 per session for PRP-Shot.
