Modern treatment with testosterone for men and women greatly improves many bodily functions including sexual libido.
In many cases, women have had a slow loss of libido.
From as early as age 25-30 years, and over time, frequency of sexual intercourse with their partner has declined. During the same time window, most men have also had a decline in penile erectile function.
Typically, whatever the age of a man is, that is the frequency of erectile dysfunction. (A 60 year old man has a 60% chance of erectile dysfunction).
A Judgement Free Environment
Many men are reluctant to admit erectile dysfunction, much less to seek out help.
Although I am an OB/GYN, and primarily treat female patients, I have frequently felt a need to improve my female patients’ sexual life by offering treatment to their male partners. My patients know and trust me, and also know the location of my office and my staff. It is easier for my female patients to help their male partner set up an appointment, increasing the odds the men will ultimately seek treatment.
At Austin Shockwave we Endeavor for a Guilt Free, Completely Confidential Environment.
A Non Invasive, Drug Free Alternative,
Currently, the most effective treatment for male erectile dysfunction (ED) is shockwave therapy, which is being used in many countries around the world including the United States. Although there is very low risk of side effects, it is not FDA approved in the US, and is generally not covered by insurance plans or Medicare. However, patients can use their HSA accounts. The treatment involves the nearly painless application of a probe to the penis for approximately twenty minutes per treatment session. This reduces vascular plaque in blood vessels and stimulates stem cell activation, both of which increase blood flow to the penis and improves erectile function. This treatment is superior to medical therapy with vasodilating medications like Viagra or Cialis, and does not cause headaches, sinus congestion or have side effects with other medications. Moreover, you don’t have to take a medicine that causes side effects well ahead of the time you think you might need it!
Other Options
There are actually many other treatments options that can be performed with shockwave therapy.
Some of you may have seen a female gymnast being treated for acute tendonitis with shockwave therapy during the 2021 Olympics Games. Tennis elbow, muscle strains, lymphedema of legs, and restoration of lymphatic function of upper extremities following lymph node resections are just a few of many treatment options to help restore vascular functions and suppress inflammation of tissues.
Here to Help
Dr. Akin has a special interest in shockwave therapy in part due to his previous education.
He obtained his Master’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Texas prior to becoming a physician, and has always used this background to identify additional avenues to enhance patient health. Dr. Akin and his Nurse Practitioner Audra Wolfe provide treatments through the entity known as Austin Shockwave Therapy, PLLC. It is a separate business from AAOBGYN, but treatments are provided in the same AAOBGYN office. Appointments can be made by calling 512-677-6860