Health claim
“Li‑SWT works by stimulating the growth of new blood vessels (angiogenesis) in penile tissue.”
Claim checked — mixed / earlyHigh risksexual health
Evidence Summary
Some evidence supports this, but findings are inconsistent or limited in scope.
Some preclinical and early clinical studies suggest Li‑SWT may stimulate angiogenesis in penile tissue, but larger trials show inconsistent results and it is not universally accepted as effective.
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Does Shockwave Therapy Work for Erectile Dysfunction? by Dr. Faysal A. Yafi - UCI UrologyUCI Urology
The video features Dr. Faysal A. Yafi discussing the use of low‑intensity shockwave therapy (Li‑SWT) for erectile dysfunction, outlining the proposed mechanism and current evidence base.
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