Effects of Low‐Energy Shockwave Therapy on the Erectile Function and Tissue of a Diabetic Rat Model

LESWT can partially ameliorate DM‐associated ED by promoting regeneration of nNOS‐positive nerves, endothelium, and smooth muscle in the penis. These beneficial effects appear to be mediated by recruitment of endogenous MSCs. Qiu X, Lin G, Xin Z, Ferretti L, Zhang H, Lue TF, and Lin C‐S. Effects of low‐energy shockwave therapy on the erectile function and tissue of a diabetic rat model. J Sex Med 2013;10:738-746.