If you are suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED) and are looking for treatment solutions, it is almost inevitable you have heard of the little blue pill. 

Oral medications are often the first line of treatment for ED. They work by enhancing the effects of nitric oxide. This is a chemical in the body that relaxes the muscles in the penis, when this happens it increases blood flow resulting in an erection. However, they don’t come without side-effects. If you are taking nitrate drugs for chest pain, oral medications can be dangerous. In addition, individuals with low blood pressure, those suffering from liver disease, or suffering from kidney disease should certainly speak with their physician first. 

While oral medications are an easy treatment for ED, they are just a treatment and not a cure. They work under a limited time frame and once the drug has worked through your system, it’s affects are no longer achieved. 

Many men are looking for a cure or certainly a long-term treatment that allows for spontaneity in the bedroom without any side-effects. But what are men’s options? A new innovative treatment is becoming more popular, and it is shockwave therapy. You are likely wondering what is shockwave therapy and how does it differ from oral medications?

Shockwave therapy is non-invasive and completely pain free procedure utilizing low intensity shock waves to break down and remove plaque buildup within existing blood vessels. The shock wave also creates a reaction at a cellular level that result in the natural formation of new blood vessels. The new increased blood flow to the penis from the new and cleared blood vessels results in improved, spontaneous, longer lasting erectile function and increased sexual satisfaction with absolutely no side effects. 

Oral medications do not treat the root cause of the erectile dysfunction and only provide a very temporary solution. While shockwave therapy provides men with improved sexual function lasting up to 5 years or more. Depending on the oral medication taken, their effects can be immediate or last up to on 36 hours. Men must also consider the potential side effects. Shockwave therapy has been found to have no side effects, while oral medications are commonly known to potentially cause headaches, body aches, dizziness, and vision changes. In some cases, men our highly cautioned before starting oral medications. Men that are high risk include those taking nitroglycerin for chest pain or those who have heart disease. 

When searching for a treatment for ED, it is important to know the facts and have a full evaluation by a physician. When you schedule your initial evaluation with Rinowave, you will receive a complete work up by our physician to ensure shock wave therapy is the right choice for you. Our initial consult is at absolutely at no cost to you. It will include a comprehensive visit with one of our physicians, a blood flow ultrasound, and we will check your testosterone levels and overall prostate health.