The human body is a work of art, where every tiny detail contributes to the bigger picture. Various processes happen at molecular, cellular, tissue, and organ levels. Further, still, differences and anomalies occur either congenitally, sexually, racially, by age, et cetera. These anomalies can either be advantageous to the individual or cause inconveniences for them. A common clinical condition that is an inconvenience for men is Erectile dysfunction (ED).
Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction is when a male cannot maintain an erection for a sufficient time. Hence, this causes a hindrance in sexual activity with his partner. This dysfunction can also be due to a complete inability to acquire an erection (impotency) or an incomplete erection. Penile erection or tumescence refers to the physiologic process during which the penis becomes engorged with blood, usually in response to sexual arousal but sometimes spontaneously, for example, during dreams (also known as nocturnal penile tumescence).
The mechanism of an erection lies in parasympathetic stimulation. Parasympathetic stimulation refers to the stimulation of parasympathetic fibers, which are one of two types of nerve fibers forming the body’s autonomous nervous system (the autonomous nervous system is responsible for the body’s unconscious actions). Parasympathetic fibers are pro-erectogenic, i.e., they promote the erection of the penis.
The somatomotor penile nerves originating from the S2 to S4 segments at the sacral level of the spinal cord innervate and, thus, contract the ischiocavernosus and bulbospongiosus muscles present in the penis when stimulated. The contraction of the ischiocavernosus and bulbospongiosus muscles increases the pressure within all three chambers and the glans of the penis. This is the reason for the rigidness of the penis during an erection (rigid erection phase).
Apart from skeletal muscle contraction, these nerves also cause vascular smooth muscle relaxation of the penis. This results in vasodilation, more specifically, arterial dilation and venous occlusion. The dilation of arteries and occlusion of veins causes the engorgement of these vessels with blood. These nerves also pass nearby the aorta, prostate, bladder, and rectum. The course of these nerves makes the nearby organs vulnerable to damage during various procedures and injuries. This could result in erectile dysfunction and impaired ejaculation of semen.
1. Impotence, or the ability to have an erection, is a common problem that can occur due to advanced age, stress, diabetes, drug use, alcoholism and et cetera. It has been treated with various drugs over time, like sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis), vardenafil (Levitra), alprostadil (Caverject), avanafil (Stendra) and testosterone (Androderm), et cetera. These drugs are the first-line treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED).
These drugs work by causing vasodilation and, thus, increasing blood flow to the penis. However, these are temporary solutions to erectile dysfunction, with the risk of possible dangerous side effects on an individual, like hypotension, upset stomach, nausea, abdominal pain, back pain, dizziness, headaches, and rashes. Also, constantly taking these erectile dysfunction drugs can be quite heavy on the pocket as these drugs can be quite expensive. Furthermore, these drugs work temporarily and do not fix the underlying pathophysiological problem.
However, recently, there has been a breakthrough in technology as doctors and scientists have taken a different approach to solve the issue of impotency. Many new methods have been introduced, like injections, surgery, hormone replacement therapy, et cetera. However, out of all of these, noninvasive procedures are preferred to invasive ones. The noninvasive procedures include injections, shock wave therapy, P – shots, and stem cell therapy.
Since blood flow plays quite an important part in causing an erection, it only makes sense that to improve the quality or quantity of erections, blood flow should also be improved. Hence, shock wave therapy has been introduced for this reason.
Acoustic wave therapy is also known as shock wave therapy or low-intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy (Li-ESWT). Acoustic wave therapy uses energy from acoustic waves (sound waves) to trigger a process called neovascularization in certain body parts. Neovascularization is the process of the formation of new blood vessels that do not originate from preexisting blood vessels. When neovascularization occurs, new blood vessels form. The formation of new blood vessels will increase blood flow to the penis. This will make it easier to sustain an erection.
A specialist from American Male Wellness applies a probe to the patient’s penis, which is coated in a special type of gel to administer acoustic wave therapy or shock wave therapy. The acoustic waves are then applied to various specific parts of the penis. This removes the built plaque and revitalizes and revitalizes the penile area and all the blood vessels and blood cells. a short and effective treatment. It has no side effects. It guarantees amazing results. There is no surgery or any other risk for the patient.
Acoustic Wave Therapy
Acoustic wave therapy may be coupled with platelet-rich plasma injections. Platelet-rich plasma is made by continuous fast and slow centrifugation of blood, which concentrates platelets and proteins in plasma. Platelet-rich plasma contains increased cytokines, growth factors, and nutrients. These growth factors activated in the PRP rebuild, revitalize, restore, and revitalize the penis. Platelets release growth factors that regulate the healing cascade by signaling to surround cells to repair damaged tissue and restore new tissue. Hence, platelet-rich plasma will restore damaged blood cells.
The injection of platelet-rich plasma is known by its trademark name, Priapus Shot, or simply, P-shot. It is a short and effective process, with the whole process taking over only 10 – 15 minutes. It is an outpatient procedure, and patients can leave once it is done. Patients who received this shot did not report any pain. However, there have been some cases where patients did experience a tingling sensation. Furthermore, this procedure is extremely safe as it uses the patient’s blood. There is no risk involved and the patient can not have any allergic reaction as the platelet-rich plasma is autogenic, i.e., it involves using the patient’s blood, which is drawn in a small amount.
At American Male Wellness, specialists will treat this effectively with minimal patient discomfort. Consider saying goodbye to repeatedly taking pills like Viagra and Cialis whenever you wish to be with your partner. The Priapus Shot will help you redeem your confidence. It will not cause adverse effects like dizziness, hypotension, muscle pain, et cetera.
Some patients have reported beneficial effects of acoustic wave therapy with coupled platelet-rich plasma almost in a week, whereas some patients took more time, about two months. The Priapus Shot is preferable as it is a non-invasive method that does not take much time. The patient can leave after the procedure is completed. The procedure takes less than half an hour (15 – 20 minutes).
Stem Cell Therapy
Another procedure, stem cell therapy, uses the patient’s stem cells. These stem cells are derived from adipose cells. Each individual’s adipose tissue is collected through liposuction, and the derived stem cells are then injected into the patient’s corpus cavernosum of the penis. The corpus cavernosum is the spongy tissue that normally becomes filled with blood during an erection. The use of stem cells derived from fat cells has received no controversy or unethical review, as it does not cause harm to any individual. This procedure has shown a promising change in patients, and they easily returned to their normal lives with regained confidence and self-esteem. Due to this procedure, men no longer avoided engaging in sexual intercourse with their partners and did not develop a declining interest in sexual activity.
Stem cell therapy is also a good option for men with no positive results from taking regular oral drugs for erectile dysfunction, like sildenafil (Viagra) and Cialis. Paracrine action, not cellular differentiation, appears to be the principal mechanism of action underlying stem cell treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED).
Suppose you are suffering from erectile dysfunction or feel like things are going south. Facing difficulties forming an erection, even in sexual stimulation, it is best to try acoustic shock wave therapy as it is non-invasive. Acoustic or shock wave fixes erectile dysfunction momentarily but also fights the root causes of erectile days.
The procedure can also be coupled with a P-shot, where PRP is injected into the patient’s penis. Other than this, stem cell therapy has revolutionized medicine and treatment. This procedure is also non-invasive and considered an outpatient procedure. Once the patients are done with therapy, they can achieve their erections.
For clinics nearby, contact the American Male Wellness clinic, located in Las Vegas, NV. THE clinic is open all days of the week except Sunday.
Phone: +1 (702) 347-7000