Low-Intensity Shock Wave Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction

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Waitlist Available

Led By Danielle Velez Leitner, MD

Research Sponsored by Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Age >18

Male sex presenting with mild to severe erectile dysfunction for at least six months, as defined by SHIM score 1-21 and/or an EHS 0-3

Must not have

Men reliant on penile injections for erections

Men with current penile implant

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up performed at baseline, and then at each follow-up appointment (3, 6, 12, 24 months)

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

"This trial aims to study the impact of low-intensity shock wave therapy on men with erectile dysfunction. They want to see if this therapy can improve male sexual health, specifically erectile function. The researchers will

Who is the study for?

This trial is for men with erectile dysfunction. Participants will be asked to complete questionnaires and those opting for LiSWT will undergo six weekly sessions. Details on inclusion and exclusion criteria are not provided.

What is being tested?

The study tests if low-intensity shock wave therapy (LiSWT) can improve erectile function in men compared to standard care, seeking the best treatment protocol through validated questionnaires.

What are the potential side effects?

Potential side effects of LiSWT are not detailed in the provided information but may include discomfort or pain during or after treatment.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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I am older than 18.

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I have had erectile dysfunction for at least 6 months.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I use injections for erections.

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I have a penile implant.

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I am currently on blood thinners.

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I am unable to make my own medical decisions.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ performed at baseline, and then at each follow-up appointment (3, 6, 12, 24 months)

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~performed at baseline, and then at each follow-up appointment (3, 6, 12, 24 months)

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and performed at baseline, and then at each follow-up appointment (3, 6, 12, 24 months) for reporting.