If you are dealing with pelvic pain, stiffness, or slow recovery after an injury, improving circulation is one of the most important steps toward healing. Healthy blood flow brings oxygen, nutrients, and immune support to your tissues, helping the body repair itself faster. For many men, poor circulation in the pelvic region shows up as discomfort, tightness, or problems with sexual function.
SoftWave Shockwave Therapy is one of the most effective ways to increase blood flow naturally. At Davenport Pelvic Therapy, we use SoftWave Tissue Regenerative Therapy because it delivers gentle acoustic waves that encourage the body to restore itself from the inside out. This treatment can support healing for pelvic floor dysfunction, erectile issues, prostatitis, and lingering soft tissue pain.
In this guide, we take a closer look at how shockwave therapy boosts circulation, why that matters, and how it can help men feel and function better.
What Is SoftWave Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy uses sound waves to stimulate healing in targeted areas of the body. The SoftWave system is a unique, next generation version that spreads low intensity acoustic waves across a wide treatment area. This means the therapy reaches both surface level tissue and deeper layers without causing discomfort.
The treatment is entirely noninvasive. There are no needles, no medications, and no downtime. Most sessions take about 15 to 30 minutes inside a comfortable medical office setting.
To learn more about SoftWave, visit our Shockwave Therapy page.
Why Circulation Matters for Pelvic Health
Good circulation is at the heart of almost every healing process in the body. When blood flow is strong, tissues can repair faster, nerves function better, inflammation lowers, and mobility improves.
When circulation is poor, you might experience:
- Pelvic tightness or soreness
- Difficulty with erections or arousal
- Slow recovery after exercise
- Numbness or low sensitivity
- Pain that comes and goes without a clear pattern
The pelvic floor contains muscles, nerves, and connective tissue that depend heavily on healthy blood flow. When these tissues do not receive enough support, they become irritated or weak, leading to discomfort or dysfunction.
How Shockwave Therapy Improves Circulation
SoftWave Therapy helps increase circulation in a few important ways. These changes work together to improve comfort, reduce pain, and support long-term healing.
1. Encourages Blood Vessel Growth
SoftWave sends acoustic pulses into the tissue, which stimulates a natural process called angiogenesis. This is the body’s way of creating new blood vessels. More blood vessels mean better blood flow, which leads to faster recovery and healthier tissue function.
This benefit is especially helpful for men dealing with pelvic pain or sexual performance concerns, where blood flow plays a key role.
2. Breaks Up Tight or Restricted Tissue
Scar tissue, tight muscles, and tissue adhesions can restrict blood flow. SoftWave gently disrupts these restrictions, allowing more circulation to reach the affected area.
For men who sit for long hours or who have tension around the pelvis or hips, this improvement can make a noticeable difference in daily comfort.
3. Reduces Inflammation
Inflammation slows down healing and places extra pressure on nerves. SoftWave helps interrupt the inflammatory cycle so the body can return to normal circulation patterns. Many men feel less pressure and warmth in the pelvic area after several treatments.
4. Signals the Body to Begin Tissue Repair
SoftWave Therapy activates a natural healing response inside the cells. The tissue begins repairing itself, leading to improved function and less discomfort. Better circulation supports this process by delivering the nutrients needed for repair.
According to Mayo Clinic, shockwave therapy can stimulate healing in areas with poor blood supply and encourage healthier tissue recovery.
Who Can Benefit from Shockwave Therapy?
SoftWave is helpful for men dealing with a wide range of pelvic concerns. We commonly use it for those experiencing:
- Erectile dysfunction
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Post surgical pelvic tightness
- Prostatitis or pelvic pressure
- Circulation related discomfort
- Hip, groin, or lower back pain related to soft tissue tension
Shockwave therapy can also help men who feel “stuck” in their recovery or who have plateaued after other treatments.
Learn more about these conditions on our Pelvic Pain and Prostatitis page.
What a Treatment Session Feels Like
Many patients are surprised at how comfortable SoftWave Therapy is. During your session:
- A cooling gel is placed on the skin.
- The handheld device moves in slow, controlled motions over the treatment area.
- You feel a gentle tapping or pulsing sensation.
- The session ends within 15 to 30 minutes.
Most men return to work, the gym, or daily activities immediately after. There is no soreness or recovery period required.
Results You Can Expect
Results vary from person to person, but many patients notice:
- Less pelvic tightness
- Better bladder control
- Improved sensitivity
- Less pain when sitting
- More mobility in the hips and lower back
- Better overall pelvic function
Some men feel changes after the first session, while others notice steady improvements over several visits.
Combining Shockwave Therapy with Pelvic Physical Therapy
For best results, SoftWave Therapy is often paired with pelvic physical therapy. Together, these treatments support both the tissue and the muscles that keep the pelvic floor functioning well.
Pelvic therapy may include:
- Gentle manual techniques
- Breathing and posture retraining
- Mobility and stretching work
- Biofeedback to improve coordination
This combined approach supports long lasting results and teaches you how to keep your body functioning well.
Learn more about our therapy approach on the Pelvic Floor Therapy page.
Is Shockwave Therapy Right for You?
SoftWave Therapy is a safe, noninvasive, and effective option for many men dealing with pelvic issues, circulation problems, or chronic pain. If you want a natural approach that supports long term healing, this treatment may be a good fit.
You can schedule a free consultation to learn whether shockwave therapy makes sense for your symptoms and goals.