JOURNAL ARTICLE

(152) Energy Absorption Simulation During Low Intensity Shockwave Therapy.

  • Published In: Journal of Sexual Medicine, 2024. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Goldstein, I; Yee, A; Theuer, E; Hopfenzitz, N; Warlick, J 3 of 3

Abstract

This article focuses on a simulation study of energy absorption during low intensity shockwave therapy (LiSWT) for erectile dysfunction, comparing treatment effects in the erect versus flaccid penis. Using finite element method (FEM) modeling with the MTS UroGold electrohydraulic shockwave device, the study found that cavernosal tissue absorbs more shockwave energy during erection due to higher intracavernosal pressure and increased blood volume. Additionally, the use of a symmetry-matched secondary reflector further enhances energy absorption. These findings suggest that LiSWT may be more effective when applied to the erect penis with a reflector, potentially improving mechanotransduction-based regenerative outcomes.

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Sexual Medicine. 2024/01, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Science
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1743-6095
  • DOI:10.1093/jsxmed/qdae001.143
  • Accession Number:175495870
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