Treatments
Low-intensity shockwave therapy for erectile dysfunction in India
Quick answer
Low-intensity shockwave therapy (Li-ESWT) applies gentle acoustic pulses to the penis to try to improve blood flow in men with mild vascular erectile dysfunction. It is non-invasive and usually given as a course of six or more sessions over weeks. Evidence is still developing and results vary, so it suits selected men rather than all.
Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team · Last updated 2026-10-24
العربية · Български · বাংলা · English · Español · Français · हिन्दी · Português · Română · Русский · Shqip · Oʻzbekcha
At a glance
The aim is to stimulate new small blood vessels.
It is less likely to help severe ED or nerve-related ED after prostate surgery.
How this approach differs
Because it needs several sessions, plan a longer stay or check whether you can continue at home.
Who needs low-intensity shockwave therapy for erectile dysfunction
- Mild vascular ED
- Men who respond partly to tablets
- Men who prefer to avoid daily medicines
How it is done
- Assessment of ED cause.
- Gel on the penis.
- Probe applies pulses for about 20 minutes.
- Repeated weekly or twice weekly.
Before you travel to India
- Blood tests for sugar, cholesterol and testosterone
- Plan several weeks or check home options
- Erectile function questionnaire
- Penile Doppler if done
Recovery and flying home
- No downtime.
- Effects assessed after months.
- Continue tablets if prescribed.
Risks
- Mild discomfort
- No improvement
- Bruising
- Cost of a full course
Alternatives
- Tablets
- Injections
- Penile implant
Hospitals in India for low-intensity shockwave therapy for erectile dysfunction
- Medanta - The MedicityDelhi NCR
- AIG Hospitals, GachibowliHyderabad
- Aster MedcityKochi
- Artemis HospitalDelhi NCR
- Indraprastha Apollo HospitalsDelhi NCR
- BLK-Max Super Speciality HospitalDelhi NCR
- Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals, KolkataKolkata
- Apollo Hospitals, Greams RoadChennai
Specialists
- Dr Gagan GautamMedanta - The Medicity
Dr Anil MandhaniFortis Memorial Research Institute- Dr T B YuvarajaKokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital & Medical Research Institute
- Dr Himesh GandhiRuby Hall Clinic
Dr Mallikarjuna Reddy NYashoda Hospitals, Hitec City- Dr Puneet AhluwaliaMedanta - The Medicity
Frequently asked questions
Does it work for everyone?
No, mainly mild vascular ED.
Is it painful?
Usually not.
Can I combine it with tablets?
Yes, many men continue tablets during and after the course.
Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team. Last updated 2026-10-24. General information, not medical advice. Medical editorial board · Editorial policy · How we get prices
Get a free quote and medical opinion
Share a few details and your reports. We return written quotes from up to 3 accredited hospitals, usually within 48 hours. The service is free for patients.