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What causes Peyronie’s disease, and which treatments have evidence behind them? Dr. Geo and Dr. Trost discuss penile curvature, traction therapy, injections, and when treatment may help.
In this episode of the Dr. Geo Prostate Podcast, Dr. Geo Espinosa an integrative urology and men’s health specialist, talks with Dr. Landon Trost. Dr. Trost is the former Chief of Andrology at Mayo Clinic and a leading researcher in Peyronie’s disease and men’s sexual health.
Together, they separate science from misinformation and walk through the latest research on Peyronie’s disease treatment. They cover Xiaflex (collagenase) injections, RestoreX® penile traction therapy, and why early intervention may make a significant difference.
In this episode:
* What Peyronie’s disease is and what causes penile curvature
* Whether curvature can be improved without surgery
* What the evidence says about restoring lost penile length
* The research behind combining Xiaflex with RestoreX® traction therapy
* Commonly recommended Peyronie’s treatments that lack convincing evidence
* Why timing and early treatment matterWhat men should understand before considering surgery
Who this episode is for: men who have recently noticed penile curvature, men who are experiencing lost length, and men who are comparing Peyronie’s treatment options. It’s meant to help you have a more informed conversation with your urologist.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Can Peyronie’s Disease Be Reversed?
01:40 Meet Dr. Landon Trost
06:30 What Causes Peyronie’s Disease?
07:50 Genetics and Dupuytren’s Contracture
09:15 Common Myths and Ineffective Treatments
5:20 When Does Penile Curvature Need Treatment?
16:50 Why Early Treatment Matters
20:00 Can You Prevent Peyronie’s Disease?
25:30 How Peyronie’s Disease Is Diagnosed
28:00 Early Treatment Options
31:00 Traction Therapy and Restoring Lost Length
32:30 Why Xiaflex + RestoreX Work Better Together
38:15 The Science Behind RestoreX
41:15 How Often Should You Use RestoreX?
