Successful treatment of hard flaccid syndrome with multimodal therapy: a case report study
Yazar et al., 2024
Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39054358/
Our article outlines a case study assessing the use of low-intensity shock wave therapy (LiSWT) for managing Hard Flaccid Syndrome (HFS). Given the absence of standardized treatments for HFS, LiSWT could serve as an additional tool in the treatment arsenal. The case involved a 36-year-old male presenting HFS, low libido, chronic pain, and erectile dysfunction. Treatment comprised phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitor (PDE5-I), physical therapy, and LiSWT. Following six sessions, the patient experienced regression of bothersome symptoms and improved erections. A 2-year follow-up revealed sustained symptom relief. LiSWT presents a non-invasive means of inducing mechanical stress and microtrauma in targeted tissues, fostering neovascularization and potentially enhancing blood supply. The integration of LiSWT with PDE5-I and physical therapy suggests a potential avenue for effective HFS management. Nevertheless, further systematic research is essential to validate the therapy’s benefits and assess, if any, potential drawbacks.
Spark Wave® Therapy (in combination with Tadalafil (PDE-5i) and physical therapy)
- Reduces pelvic pain
- Improves erection quality
- No side effects
- Symptom free after 2 years of follow-up
Yazar RO, Hammad MAM, Barham DW, Azad B, Yafi FA. Successful treatment of hard flaccid syndrome with multimodal therapy: a case report study. Int J Impot Res. 2024 Jul 25. doi: 10.1038/s41443-024-00955-x. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 39054358.