71. Wonky Willys - more on Peyronies with Dr Jo (Causes, treatments, and resources)

  Did you know that 1 in 6 men develop Peyronies after Radical prostatectomy?     So for today’s episode, we will talk about it - Peyronies disease... but instead of a patient’s, it will be FROM a physiotherapist’s point of view. And for this one, we will be talking to our resident physio, Dr. Jo.     Dr. Jo will discuss the causes, the old (fad) treatments, the newest discoveries (focus shockwave plus Dr Jo’s research), theories why this happens (‘Neuropraxia’ and trauma), herbal supplements that MAY help, and a few more useful information you can use and/or share in case you know a friend/loved one that has it.     You’ll also get to learn about Neoman (your next fave channel) and online resources that help with ‘traction’.     The takeaway that we wish everyone applies; if you notice a change of shape in your penis or in your partner’s, don't be afraid. Please show it to your health professional. The sooner we get to it, the better. Please get help.    Don’t forget to also check the full show notes to see the full list of resources mentioned in this episode.     Enjoy listening! And if you can spare a minute or two to share and comment so we get to help more willy wonkies. The lesser wonkies, the better. 😉     Resources mentioned in the podcast:   Herbal supplements that MAY be some assistance as mentioned by Melissa  L-Arginine (1000mg); 2 capsules twice daily - this is an anti-oxidant and Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS  acetyl L-Carnitine (500mg); 2 capsules twice daily - this is an anti-oxidants and Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS Curcumin; 400-600mg per day – this is an anti-inflammatory and antifibrotic agent.  Traction Devices as mention by Dr Jo  https://www.andropeyronie.com  https://www.restorex.com/  Dr Jo’s paper  https://www.rehabiljournal.com/articles/peyronies-disease-and-the-role-of-therapeutic-ultrasound-a-randomized-controlled-trial.html  Video Resources:   Video of Neoman - Manual traction using a sock: Manual Traction for Peyronie's Disease - Demonstration  If you want more videos from Neoman, his channel is below: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjX1naIryWc6pennKOHWbgg/featured    If you feel The Penis Project is valuable to you then, please review and subscribe as this will ensure more people get to hear what we have to say. ---------- Websites: https://melissahadleybarrett.com   Men’s health only https://rshealth.com.au/  All genders http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/ http://prost.com.au/   Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085146627814   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/ https://www.instagram.com/restorativehealth.clinic/ TikTok: @melissahadleybarrett YouTube: Melissa Hadley Barrett Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/   Music David Mercy https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HbvnltKu4XbWTmk0kpVB9?si=D1xP5dDVQK-zzNU3rViRWg   Producer Thomas Evans: The SOTA Process https://www.instagram.com/thesotaprocess/ https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jf2IYXRlgfsiqNARsY8fi