Can low-intensity penile shockwave therapy blow up your penis? Answers to common questions

Low-intensity shockwaves are tiny waves emitted by a machine and directed at the erectile tissue of the penis to stimulate the growth of new blood vessels and increase blood flow to the penis. Sound too technical?
Simply put, it helps your penis “get better blood flow, get hard faster, and stay erect longer.”
Shockwave therapy is non-invasive: no injections, surgery, or medication, and it doesn’t hurt. You’ll only feel a gentle tapping sensation. Some people can even lie back and scroll on their phones during treatment.

Q1: Does shockwave therapy hurt? Could it smash my penis?
A: It doesn’t hurt, so relax! This isn’t electrotherapy, a barbecue, or alien technology. Low-intensity shockwave therapy feels like “someone gently flicking you with a finger.” Some people may feel a little ticklish, but it doesn’t hurt, and you can still go on a date afterward.

Q2: Will I become a stud after just one session? How long does one shockwave session take? How many sessions do I need?
A: No one becomes a tough guy overnight. A course of treatment usually takes 3–6 weeks. Treatment is generally recommended 1–2 times per week, with 6–12 sessions in total making up one course. Each session takes about 10–15 minutes, making it quick and convenient. Some people notice a difference after 3–4 sessions, but most need to complete the full course to achieve stable results. It’s like working out—you don’t build muscle the day after your first weight-training session.

Q3: Will it affect fertility or ejaculation?
A: It won’t affect them at all; things may even go more smoothly. Shockwaves target blood flow in the erectile tissue of the penis and don’t affect the testicles or vas deferens, nor do they affect semen quality. In fact, improved firmness and blood flow can make things go more smoothly and feel more exciting in bed.

Q4: Can anyone get shockwave therapy? Are there any contraindications?
A: Most people can, but caution is needed in the following situations:
●Penile implants (pearling?)
●Taking anticoagulants
●Bleeding disorders such as hemophilia or clotting abnormalities

Q5: How long do the effects of shockwave therapy last? Do I need regular maintenance?
A: The effects usually last from six months to a year. After that, you can have follow-up sessions for maintenance. The effects of shockwave therapy may diminish as your lifestyle and physical condition change. If you keep staying up late, smoking, and dealing with overwhelming stress, the results will naturally be reduced. So be sure to take care of your health after treatment, too.

Q6: I’m already taking erectile dysfunction medication. Do I still need shockwave therapy?
A: If your medication is becoming less and less effective, it may be time to try shockwave therapy. Shockwaves can improve the condition of your blood vessels and help medication that had stopped working “become effective again.” They may even give you a chance to reduce or stop relying on medication. Combining the two can help you go from “relying on medication” to being a “naturally hard-hitting stud.”

Q7: Can shockwaves make my penis bigger?
A: The goal is to improve function, not to enlarge your penis. Shockwave therapy won’t directly lengthen or thicken your penis, but improved blood flow and stronger engorgement of the erectile tissue may make some people feel it looks “fuller and firmer,” and therefore larger. Want to actually get bigger? See our clinic’s “Korean Penile Enlargement Surgery.”

Q8: How much does low-intensity shockwave therapy cost?
A: Fees vary from clinic to clinic and hospital to hospital. Generally, one course includes six shockwave therapy sessions and costs around NT$30,000–45,000.

Q9: How can I maximize the effects of low-intensity shockwave therapy?
A: Low-intensity shockwave therapy is a type of regenerative therapy and can be combined with PRP growth factor injections.
PRP (platelet-rich plasma), also known as concentrated platelet plasma, is a type of regenerative therapy. Your own blood is drawn, and its various growth factors are used in an injection into the erectile tissue to promote the growth of new blood vessels and regeneration.
Taking a low dose of Cialis by mouth in combination with treatment can promote blood circulation during erections and lead to even better results!