Health claim
“Multiple clinical trials have shown statistically significant increases in International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF) scores after Li‑SWT.”
Claim checked — mixed / earlyHigh risksexual health
Evidence Summary
Some evidence supports this, but findings are inconsistent or limited in scope.
Several small trials report modest IIEF improvements with Li‑SWT, but larger or higher-quality studies show inconsistent or limited effects, leading to a mixed consensus.
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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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