Focal Shockwave for Erectile Dysfunction
Reduce your symptoms of Erectile Dysfunction
What is Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile dysfunction, or impotence, is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection long enough to complete intercourse.
Symptoms of Erectile Dysfunction
Symptoms of erectile dysfunction can include:
- Difficulty to achieve an erection
- Difficulty maintaining an erection
- Decreased libido
- Premature or delayed ejaculation
Causes of Erectile Dysfunction
Causes of erectile dysfunction can include:
- Physiological factors: Cardiovascular Disease, Diabetes, Obesity, Smoking & Alcohol use, Nerve Damage, Hormonal Imbalances and Peyronie's Disease
- Physiological factors: Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Performance Anxiety & Relationship problems
- Medications: Blood pressure medications, Antidepressants, Anti-anxiety medication, and Chemotherapy drugs
- Other factors: Age, Sedentary lifestyle, and History of pelvic surgery
Erectile Dysfunction & Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy FAQs
Physical therapy can help to treat individuals with erectile dysfunction. Your physical therapist will discuss your full medical history and help determine possible causes of your symptoms. Your physical therapist can do a pelvic floor assessment and determine if you have tight or weak pelvic floor musculature. There is very good research to prove that physical therapy and focal shockwave therapy can treat erectile dysfunction and diminish the need for medication or other invasive treatments.
Physical therapy can help with improving blood flow around the pelvic floor leading to improved ability to achieve or maintain an erection. Your physical therapist can educate you on lifestyle changes to help with your symptoms, and do focal shockwave therapy to promote improved blood flow and reduce the effects of erectile dysfunction.
If you feel you are taking too much medication, your medication is not working, or you’re frustrated with your symptoms of erectile dysfunction, now is a good time. Make sure you have spoken to your physician to rule out prostate cancer, and then let’s get started today. Reach out to Release Physical Therapy today to get scheduled. Erectile dysfunction is an uncomfortable topic, but your physical therapist at Release Physical Therapy can use their skills and the focal shockwave to mitigate your symptoms and promote an improved lifestyle.
Physical therapy sessions with your Release Physical Therapist are always customized for you. Your physical therapist will do a comprehensive evaluation, looking at your medical history, posture, strength and more. From here, your therapist will help determine any lifestyle changes that may help to improve your symptoms, and do manual therapy techniques around the pelvis and hips to decrease tightness and improve blood flow. Additionally, focal shockwave will be used on the penis to help improve blood flow. This manual treatment and focal shockwave should be done 6-12 times per the research to have long lasting effects. Reach out to Release Physical Therapy to get started today.
The research shows 6-12 visits of focal shockwave (dependent on the severity of symptoms) have lasting effects. Research shows lasting effects up to a year after treatment.
About Release Physical Therapy
Release Physical Therapy is an award-winning physical therapy clinic, offering the best-in-class physical therapy to the Washington, D.C. area and surrounding communities. We work one-on-one with our patients to develop an individualized treatment plan that meets their unique needs, conditions, wellness goals and fitness levels.
Our Approach
At Release Physical Therapy, we use evidence-based therapies to target the root cause of a condition, not just the symptoms. We offer a full range of treatments, including manual modalities, technology-assisted therapies, and both traditional and non-traditional techniques. We work one-on-one with our patients to develop an individualized treatment plan that meets their unique needs, conditions, wellness goals and fitness levels. Common conditions we treat include:
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- Achilles tendonitis
- AC joint injury
- ankle sprains
- ankle fracture
- ACL injuries
- arthritis
- back injury
- back pain
- bursitis
- carpal tunnel syndrome
- cervical radiculopathy
- cervical strains
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- chronic pelvic pain
- CL inuries
- compartment syndrome
- degenerative joint disease
- herniated disk
- de Quervain tenosynovitis
- fibromyalgia
- frozen shoulder
- golfer’s elbow
- headaches / migrains
- hip replacements
- ITB syndrome
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- scoliosis
- sciatica
- shoulder tendinitis
- spinal stenosis
- spondylolisthesis
- shin splints
- tennis elbow
- thoracic outlet syndrome
- TMJ dysfunction
- wrist fracture
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What Patients Are Saying
Physical therapy is about results. Too often, patients discontinue therapy because of a bad experience. At Release Physical Therapy, we are committed to providing the highest quality care through patient education, on-going clinician training, and personalized approach to treatment. We believe that everyone should live pain-free and healthy. But don’t take it from us, read what our patients have to say about their experience with Release Physical Therapy.
Mia Smyser PT, DPT, COMT, CIDN
Physical Therapist, Pelvic Floor Therapist, Release Physical Therapy Washington, DC
Dr. Mia Smyser is a native of the DMV. She received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Miami, after receiving her Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science from the University of South Carolina. She thinks movement is of foundational importance and is dedicated to improving people’s mobility and function and helping them achieve their optimal physical well-being.
She is passionate about continuing to learn and grow in the profession. She is a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT), certified in Integrative Dry Needling and is continuing her coursework with Herman & Wallace as a pelvic health therapist.
Dr. Smyser previously worked at outpatient physical therapy clinics in Washington, DC and Falls Church, VA, treating a wide variety of conditions including sports medicine, pelvic health, pre/post-operative rehabilitation, and pediatrics, among others.
In her free time, she prioritizes spending time with her husband, sons & dog; playing soccer and running; coaching HIIT and checking out new restaurants.
Release Physical Therapy Treatments
Our experienced physical therapists have advanced training in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy. Our physical therapy services include sports therapy, injury rehabilitation, pre-surgical therapy, post-surgical therapy, chronic pain management, as well as wellness and prevention. Specialized treatments at Release Physical Therapy include:
Shockwave Therapy
A non-invasive medical treatment that utilizes acoustic waves to treat various musculoskeletal conditions and promote healing.
K-Laser Therapy
The use of specific wavelengths of light to improve healing time, pain reduction, increase circulation and decrease swelling.
Dry Needling Washington DC
Needle treatment that decreases pain, increases range of motion and improves strength by inactivating myofascial trigger points.
Active Release Technique in Washington, D.C.
Massage and movement-based technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves.
Therapeutic Medical Massage
Reduces muscular pain and inflammation, relaxes overused muscles, improves posture and movement awareness, and enhances performance.
BFR Training Washington DC
Rehabilitation therapy and performance training technique using a personalized tourniquet system to reduce atrophy and increase strength.
Kineseo® Taping Method
Reduces muscular pain and inflammation, relaxes overused muscles, improves posture and movement awareness, and enhances performance.
Running Assessment Washington DC
Individualized analysis designed to identify strength, gait, and alignment imbalances to prevent injury and improve your current training program.
Functional Training
Exercise regimens that integrate multiple muscle groups, joints and the brain to assist in everyday movement, physical activities and athletics.
Graston Technique
Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization used to address soft tissue lesions and fascial restrictions resulting in improved patient outcomes.
Release Physical Therapy Services
At Release Physical Therapy, we treat you with our hands, not just machines. We offer a full range of manual therapies, as well as both traditional and non-traditional techniques for the best in comprehensive care. We work one-on-one with our patients to develop an individualized treatment plan that meets their unique needs, conditions, wellness goals and fitness levels.
Physical Therapy Treatment for Pelvic Floor Issues
At Release Physical Therapy, our experienced therapists conduct a thorough assessment to identify the underlying causes of your pelvic floor issues and create a personalized treatment plan to promote healing and alleviate the problems you’re experiencing.
Physical Therapy Treatment for Upper Back/Shoulder Pain
At Release Physical Therapy, our experienced therapists perform comprehensive assessments to see how they can help with your upper back pain. We then design individualized treatment plans aimed at promoting healing and relieving your specific issues.
Physical Therapy Treatment for Lower Back Pain
At Release Physical Therapy, our seasoned therapists perform comprehensive assessments to pinpoint the root causes of your lower back pain problems. We then design individualized treatment plans aimed at promoting healing and relieving your specific issues.
Physical Therapy Treatment for Knee Pain
At Release Physical Therapy, our seasoned therapists perform comprehensive assessments to pinpoint the root causes of your knee pain problems. We then design individualized treatment plans aimed at promoting healing and relieving your specific issues.
Physical Therapy Treatment for Ankle Pain
At Release Physical Therapy, our experienced therapists conduct thorough assessments to identify the underlying causes of your ankle discomfort. From there, we craft personalized treatment strategies tailored to foster healing and alleviate your unique concerns.
Physical Therapy Treatment for Tennis Elbow Pain
At Release Physical Therapy, our seasoned therapists perform comprehensive assessments to pinpoint the root causes of your tennis elbow pain problems. We then design individualized treatment plans aimed at promoting healing and relieving your specific issues.
Physical Therapy Treatment for Arthritis
At Release Physical Therapy, our expert therapists conduct thorough assessments to gain insight into your arthritis symptoms. With this understanding, we craft personalized treatment strategies aimed at promoting healing and addressing your unique requirements.
Location & Hours
Visit us at our convenient West End Washington DC location. We pride ourselves on providing the highest level of care and convenience to our patients. Our appointment times flexible – let us know how we can best accommodate you.
Release Physical Therapy - Washington DC
2134 L St NW
Washington, DC 20037
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Location Hours
Mon - Thurs: 6:00am - 8:00pm
Fri: 6:00am - 5:00pm
Sat - Sun: Closed
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Whether you’re an athlete that plays hard on the field, or a weekend warrior that plays hard in life, committing to a physical therapy program can help to keep you moving forward.
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