Erectile dysfunction natural remedies - supplement to shockwave therapy
What causes erectile dysfunction and are natural remedies the solution?
Erectile dysfunction can be caused by several factors, the most common of which include poor blood circulation, hormonal imbalances and stress. When the blood vessels in the penis become constricted due to atherosclerosis or low nitric oxide production, it can lead to a weak or absent erection.
Hormonal factors, especially low levels of male sex hormone, can also play a big role as it is crucial for libido and erectile function.
Additionally, stress and anxiety can exacerbate the problem by activating the body’s stress hormones, which inhibit blood flow.
Erectile dysfunction and natural medicine as a treatment are often linked, but natural medicine cannot stand alone as a treatment.
However, along with a healthy lifestyle and targeted treatments like shockwave, EMTT, and the right supplements, it can contribute to a stronger and more sustained erection.
Especially if you are in the group of those with the most difficult erectile dysfunction, where good solutions really need to be found.
What can you do to reduce erectile dysfunction?
Eat more of this:
- Nitrate-rich foods like beetroot, spinach, rocket and other green leafy vegetables.
- Antioxidant-rich foods like Berries (blueberries, raspberries), pomegranate, dark chocolate (min. 70% cocoa).
- Healthy fatty acids like avocado, olive oil, nuts (almonds, walnuts) and from fatty fish (salmon, mackerel).
Eat less of:
- Processed foods with high sugar content.
- Trans fats from deep-fried food.
- Excessive alcohol consumption, especially strong spirits.
- Large amounts of salt.
- Smoking/Vaping
Good types of natural remedies for erectile dysfunction
For men who want to strengthen their erection naturally, certain supplements and erectile dysfunction natural remedies can have a positive effect on blood circulation, hormonal balance and nerve function. The three most commonly used and well-documented supplements are:
L-Arginine & Citrulline – These amino acids increase the body’s production of nitric oxide, which helps dilate blood vessels and improve blood flow to the penis. This can lead to a stronger and more sustained erection.
Ginseng can help improve erectile function by increasing energy levels, stimulating blood circulation and reducing stress, which often affects sexual performance.
Maca Root – A plant traditionally used to increase libido and improve sexual stamina. Maca supports hormonal balance and can contribute to improved sexual function over time.
While these supplements can be beneficial, erectile dysfunction natural medicine should be seen as a complement to a healthy lifestyle and not a replacement for qualified examination and treatment. The best effects are often achieved in combination with a targeted treatment plan, lifestyle changes and supported by tools such as shockwave and EMTT.
More details about the causes of erectile dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction can have many causes, and it’s not just age that plays a role. With me, you will receive a thorough and individualized examination to help identify the specific factors that affect your erectile function. Understanding the causes can vary depending on your age, and I take your life stage into account as we work together to find the best solution.
Age 20-40 years
Between the ages of 20-40, erectile dysfunction can often be linked to lifestyle and psychological factors. Stress from career building, studies, or financial challenges can lead to performance anxiety and low self-esteem, which can affect erectile function. Lifestyle choices such as obesity, physical inactivity, and the use of alcohol or drugs, including steroids, can also have a significant impact. In addition, trauma or negative sexual experiences from the past can play a role, and relationship problems can lead to low sex drive and erectile dysfunction. It’s important to take the problem seriously early on as it can prevent long-term consequences for your self-esteem and sexual health.
Age 40-60 years
Between the ages of 40-60, physical factors often become more prominent, although psychological causes can still play a big role. Medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart problems become more common and can affect blood flow to the penis, which is crucial for a good erection. Certain medications, such as cholesterol or blood pressure medications, can also have side effects that affect erectile function. Physical inactivity, obesity, and smoking further exacerbate these problems.
In addition, stress from work, family life or finances can still be a factor, as can lack of sleep and increased alcohol consumption. For many men in this age group, it’s also relevant to consider if there are any overstretched pelvic floor muscles, especially if they are active cyclists.
Age over 60 years old
In men over the age of 60, erectile dysfunction is often the result of a combination of aging and chronic diseases. Cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and neurological problems, such as nerve damage after prostate surgery, are more common and can have a direct impact on erectile function. Medication use is also often higher in this age group, which can cause side effects that affect sexual function.
Physical inactivity and obesity can worsen erectile dysfunction, and alcohol and tobacco use can further aggravate the condition. At the same time, performance anxiety and concerns about changes in sexual function with age can also have a psychological impact. Especially when intimacy is challenged around retirement age and the body really starts to change.
General information about erectile dysfunction and natural remedies
Erectile dysfunction affects around 50% of men over 50, but it can affect men of any age. It’s important to address the problem regardless of your age, and I’ll help you understand and overcome the challenges you face. By combining my expertise as a sexologist with a thorough physical examination, ECG and ultrasound scan of the penis and blood flow, together we can find the most effective treatment plan for you with shockwave, EMTT and the necessary lifestyle changes to get your erection back. It’s never too early – or too late – to make a difference. I recommend that your doctor is also part of the process to make sure that all blood values are normal and that any comorbidities such as diabetes or heart problems are under control.
Do you have an erection problem and natural remedies are not enough?
Other therapies may be necessary to complement the natural treatment of erectile dysfunction. I help you with targeted and gentle treatment of erectile dysfunction. With both focused shockwave and EMTT, I can choose exactly the technology that suits you best.
The treatment is completely free of side effects and helps stimulate the formation of new blood vessels and nerve pathways in the penis and pelvic area – an approach not offered anywhere else in the Nordics.
When you come for your first consultation, we take the time for a thorough conversation and examination. We’ll review your lifestyle and the factors that may affect your erectile function.
As part of the program, we also do a body composition measurement that gives you insight into your overall cellular health.
I also perform a detailed ultrasound scan of the pelvic floor and penis to assess the extent of the problem and any risk factors for the future. This gives us the best starting point for finding the right solution for you.
Take the test and find out how bad your erectile dysfunction is
How the most thorough examination for erectile dysfunction in the Nordics works
When you come for your first consultation, we start with a thorough conversation where we talk openly about your challenges and the lifestyle factors that may affect your erectile function in a safe and confidential environment. Together, we will uncover whether your erectile dysfunction is constant or more situational, which gives us important insights into the underlying causes. I recommend that your doctor is also part of the process to make sure that all blood values are normal and that any comorbidities such as diabetes or heart problems are under control.
As part of the initial examination, I perform an ultrasound scan of both the penis and pelvic floor to assess blood flow and muscle balance in these areas. This scan allows us to identify any physical causes of your erectile dysfunction, such as reduced blood flow or pelvic floor tension. In addition, I’ll perform a brief screening of your heart’s pumping function to ensure your heart is functioning optimally, as cardiovascular health plays a key role in erectile function. If necessary, we can also examine the prostate and bladder to rule out other possible causes of your symptoms.
To get a full understanding of your body’s health, I perform an advanced body analysis with the clinic’s Inbody770 system. This analysis provides detailed information about your body composition, including muscle mass, body fat percentage, and visceral fat. This data helps us assess your overall health and predict how your body will respond to the planned treatment. At the same time, I also examine your back to see if it can have an impact on erectile function.
After the initial examination, you will receive guidance on pelvic floor exercises to improve your muscle strength and support the treatment. Together we will discuss your expectations for the treatment and create a tailor-made plan for your treatment, so you can feel comfortable and well-informed every step of the way. If you wish, we can also start shockwave and EMTT treatment at your first consultation, so you can quickly get started on improving your erectile function.
I make sure we implement the right treatment strategy for you so you can experience quality in your sex life again. I go in-depth with your treatment because you deserve the best possible solution to your erectile dysfunction. If adjustments to your diet and lifestyle are needed, I work with external partners, including nutritionists and personal trainers, to give you the best possible support and ensure that all aspects of erectile function are addressed.
If you’re curious about treating erectile dysfunction with natural remedies, we can talk about that too.
Brief introduction and explanation of the treatment
What does it mean for you in your treatment journey
It’s important that you feel confident that you can benefit from the treatment offered, which is why I continuously track the development of the treatment over time. And more data is constantly being added.
This means that I am very aware of the development you can expect based on the erectile dysfunction you have. The long-term effect depends on how severe your erectile dysfunction is and what factors from your general lifestyle come into play. I will guide you, and if you listen and take action, you will be able to develop better than average.
For the milder issues, you will typically see an effect from a course of treatment lasting up to a couple of years, provided you do not make drastic negative lifestyle changes.
For more severe erectile dysfunction, a positive effect will also be seen in the first 6-12 months before there is a slight decrease in the function achieved, but this can be maintained on an ongoing basis with individual treatments. Again, it depends on the situation and lifestyle. If it changes in a positive direction along with the treatment, the results will also last longer.
In short, regardless of the degree of erectile dysfunction, the clinic’s data and the studies conducted over the last 10 years show that shockwave is an effective solution for erectile dysfunction. I am currently the only person in Denmark who continuously documents my results to strengthen treatment solutions for men with erectile dysfunction.
Get a no-obligation conversation today
If you are interested in hearing more about how I can help you, you are always welcome to contact us by phone: 41 40 08 58 or email: michael@msinsight.dk. Otherwise, you can fill out the contact form with your details and a brief description of your problem. I’ll get back to you quickly with a customized proposal for a solution so we can find the best way forward together.
Frequently asked questions about erectile dysfunction
How do I plan my erection problem treatment and price?
- With the use of shockwave, new small blood vessels form in the penis and clean out the “dirt” in the cavernous bodies. The nerves, muscles and blood vessels of the diaphragm are also stimulated, giving you a stronger and better erection again. Without the unpleasant side effects seen with other treatments.
- The program usually lasts 6-8 weeks and is adapted to your needs and the degree of the problem in relation to the sex life you want. All with the aim of ensuring you have a high quality of life and good self-esteem. You get the tools to make a difference for yourself, your feelings as a man and not least your erection, so you avoid problems again in the future. A course of treatment usually consists of 6, 9 or 12 treatments, where 90% of our clients experience a better and more powerful erection.
- In case of severe illness or medication, ongoing maintenance may be necessary, but I will guide you on this at the first consultation after the initial examination.
- I clarify what the triggers are for you the first time you come to the clinic for an examination. In this way, you will also be able to continue working with different tools yourself. Recent research and experiences from our German colleagues show that it is recommended to add an additional course of 6 treatments after 6 months. This has been shown to have a longer-lasting effect (several years at the level achieved).
- Others choose to have regular maintenance with a few treatments throughout the year to keep nerve activity high.
- A single treatment with Shockwave in combination with EMTT costs from 1,550-2,000 Danish kroner, depending on how advanced a solution you choose. I was the first in Denmark to work with the combination of Shockwave and EMTT, where we see a higher effect than shockwave alone and have set the standard for ED treatment both in Denmark and abroad.
- At the first consultation, you can choose whether you only want a consultation and examination, which costs from DKK 1,700, or start treatment right away.
- If you want to see a review of different studies, you can see them here: Studies on ED
Combination therapy with EMTT and Shockwave, why is it more effective?
We also have the opportunity to combine the shockwave treatment with the brand new EMTT technology, which provides increased stimulation of the nervous system and elasticity in the pelvic floor tissue, as well as an increased release of growth factors and other building blocks for increased cell quality. Therefore, we stimulate a wider area than with shockwave alone. In order to get a good and powerful erection, the tissue in the penis must be able to expand up to 20-25 times, so supple tissue is important.
With this combination, a stronger effect is seen than with shockwave alone. This is also supported by our clients who have previously received shockwave as standalone. We expect this combination to become the standard of care for erectile dysfunction in the future. We are the clinic in Denmark that introduced EMTT back in 2020 and were the first to offer this innovative combination treatment, which will give you better results and stronger erections. Other clinics have since adapted Michael’s protocols in their treatments.
Can I get help after Radical Prostatectomy?
After prostate cancer surgery, it is common to see severe erection problems. Normally, the surgeon will try to preserve one of the two nerves running along the prostate that affect erectile function. If the nerve is preserved, we can use shockwave to increase erectile function, if possible in combination with pills or injections. This way you will be able to maintain sexual activity and a good erection.
However, it is important to recover quickly after surgery as there is an open window for the first 6 months after surgery to stimulate the nerve tissue. This is also when we have the best chance of reducing inappropriate scar tissue formation in the pelvic floor after surgery.
Every week I have clients in the clinic who have had surgery several years ago. They still see a good effect with the treatment in terms of increased erectile function and sensation. But where I see the greatest effect is at the start of treatment a few weeks after surgery.
Most recently, shockwave treatment has started as early as 3 weeks after surgery at Odense University Hospital, where, just like here in the clinic, they see an increased effect on the regeneration of nerve tissue. This also increases erectile function and limits potential nerve damage in the long run. In order to perform the treatment so close to surgery, it requires that all cancer has been removed.
What treatments are available for erection problems and erectile dysfunction?
One of the latest treatment options for erectile dysfunction is focused shockwave and EMTT, which is used in the clinic at MS Insight.
- Physical activity
- Vacuum pump
- Shockwave/EMTT
- Sexological therapy
- Stem cells (not offered in the clinic)
- Injections/pills (not offered in the clinic)
- Surgery (with pump insertion)
Why is body analysis used for erection problems?
To give you a full picture of your health and identify potential risk factors, I offer an advanced body analysis with the InBody770 at your first treatment. This technology is among the most accurate and comprehensive tools for measuring body composition and provides valuable insights that can improve your treatment plan.
InBody770 analyzes several important parameters, including your body composition, muscle mass, body fat percentage, visceral fat (fat around the organs), and even the fluid content of your body. This detailed analysis gives us a clear picture of how your body is built and helps predict how you will respond to the shockwave treatment. By knowing the exact composition of your body, we can tailor the treatment to your specific needs and ensure you get the best possible results.
In addition to optimizing your treatment, InBody770 analysis can also be used to track your progress over time. If you decide to make lifestyle changes, such as improving your diet or increasing physical activity, we can track your body composition and see how these changes affect your erectile function and overall health. Follow-up measurements after treatment allow us to evaluate the effects of treatment and adjust your plan as needed so you can continue to improve your health and quality of life.
By including this advanced body analysis in your treatment, we ensure that all aspects of your health are taken into account. This holistic view of your body and health helps us find the underlying causes of your challenges and develop an effective and personalized plan that focuses not only on symptoms, but also on long-term health and wellness.
Martin's experience with shockwave treatment for erection problems
“Despite regular exercise, a healthy diet and a continued active sex life, throughout my fifties I have experienced a gradual deterioration in my ability to have a proper and sustained erection. Well, in reality, that process probably started even earlier.
I’ve never really liked pills, even though they provide an easy and effective short-term effect. I became curious when I read about Michael and MS Insight. I took the test and gave myself a birthday present by purchasing what in my case were 6 recommended treatments.
You quickly get used to the formless and in no way painful shockwave treatment of the perineum and penis. The treatment is painless and you quickly get used to relaxing with the “tingling” waves from the shockwave machine.
You can convince yourself that there’s not much difference between opening your mouth and dropping your pants in private with your therapist. Then the experience is on par with a dental cleaning. Michael is very organized and has always handled my treatments and one-on-one sessions in a good and relaxed manner.
After my 6 treatments, I experienced a noticeable change in both the ability to get and the frequency of having a naturally good erection. Cozy when you wake up in the morning and nice when you’re with your girlfriend.
It’s been worth every penny for me and I’m willing to go again in 5 or 10 years if I later lose the level that I have now regained.”