Randomized Trial Comparing Focused Shockwave and Radial Wave Therapy to Sham Treatment for Erectile Dysfunction and Chronic Pelvic Pain in Men

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the effectiveness of focused shockwave therapy fSWT and radial wave therapy rWT in relieving erectile dysfunction and chronic pelvic pain syndrome. This randomized, double-blind study includes participants with erectile dysfunction or chronic pelvic pain, aiming to compare these treatments against sham therapy to better understand their impact. The trial also considers patients with and without a history of prostate cancer. Participants with erectile dysfunction are randomly assigned in a 221 ratio to receive either focused shockwave therapy, radial wave therapy, or sham treatment. Those with chronic pelvic pain syndrome are randomized 11 to receive focused shockwave therapy combined with pelvic floor physical therapy or pelvic floor physical therapy with sham treatment. Treatments involve specific devices designed to deliver shockwave or radial wave therapy. During the study, participants will be assessed at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months for changes in erectile dysfunction or chronic pelvic pain symptoms. Assessments include clinical evaluations and questionnaires to monitor symptom relief and treatment effects. Participants are monitored closely throughout the trial, with adherence to therapy and safety evaluated by the research team. The total duration of participation varies depending on the timeline of assessments and treatment phases.

Efficacy of Low-intensity Shockwave vs Radial Wave for Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction and Pelvic Pain