Treatment of Prostatitis with ESWT / Bratislava / Piešťany

What is prostatitis shock wave treatment actually?

Prostatitis is often a prolonged and burdensome disease with an adverse effect on the patient’s psyche and overall condition. Patients with chronic prostatitis and chronic pelvic pain syndrome often seek help from many doctors, physiotherapists, and even charlatans in an attempt to find relief from this chronic unfavorable disease.

Treatment of chronic prostatitis and chronic pelvic pain syndrome consists of applying shock waves to the prostate area and trigger points of the pelvic floor. It is an outpatient treatment course of 4 ESWT device sessions. After applying shock waves, pain subsides.

The ESWT method consists of applying extracorporeal shock waves to calcified prostate scars to which bacteria adhere and the muscle-ligament apparatus of the pelvic floor, leading to its relaxation and improved microcirculation. The effect of the shock wave leads to the destruction of calcifications, which are phagocytosed by leukocytes and subsequently more easily eliminated by the body’s own immune system.

In case of acute bacterial prostatitis, it is necessary to first treat it with antibiotics. Acute bacterial prostatitis is usually accompanied by fever, burning during urination, and pain in the lower abdomen. In case of chronic prostatitis and chronic pelvic pain syndrome, there is usually pain in the lower abdomen and/or perineum, mild or intense, with or without urination difficulties. Sexual life difficulties are often present as well.

More scientific data on the effectiveness of chronic prostatitis and chronic pelvic pain syndrome treatment with shock waves can be found here.

What are the advantages of prostatitis shock wave treatment?

Prostatitis shock wave treatment effectively relieves chronic prostate and pelvic floor pain, improves urination and erection problems, and promotes natural elimination of inflammatory foci. The advantage is that it is a non-invasive and outpatient method without the need for hospitalization, which brings a quick return to normal life and significantly improves the patient’s quality of life.

What are the risks of prostatitis shock wave treatment?

Risks are very low. The procedure is minimally painful to almost painless. Mild discomfort may occur in the treated area, which usually subsides without the need for treatment. No serious side effects are known.

How does prostatitis shock wave treatment work?

The procedure is not performed under general anesthesia. After applying shock waves to the prostate and pelvic floor, the patient goes home without the need for monitoring or a specific regimen. The procedure is discrete, fast, and comfortably manageable.

Who performs prostatitis shock wave treatment at Lauros clinic?

The operation is performed by MUDr. Milan Gajdoš, MPH, who has performed more than 7000 urological and sexological procedures. The doctor performs the procedure in Bratislava or Piešťany.

How much does prostatitis shock wave treatment cost?

Cena za celú sériu štyroch sedení liečby ESWT pre chronickú prostatitídu je 1200 Eur, vrátane predchádzajúceho vyšetrenia a konzultácie.

Who is prostatitis shock wave treatment intended for?

The procedure is intended for people with chronic prostatitis, pelvic floor pain, small ejaculate volume, or small semen volume.

Who is prostatitis shock wave treatment not intended for?

This procedure has no contraindications

What is the process before prostatitis shock wave treatment?

No special preparation is required before ESWT application. You should inform your doctor about the medications you are taking.

What happens after prostatitis shock wave treatment?

The ESWT procedure is minimally painful and subsequently requires no restrictions. We recommend increased fluid intake and warmth.

What does the finished prostatitis shock wave treatment look like?

In this section, we bring you a gallery of photos showing what the finished prostatitis shock wave treatment looks like. The images are for illustrative purposes only to give you an idea of the result.