Penile Traction Therapy (PTT) — Restore Tissue Health Without Pills or Surgery

Treatment Price

R3400 per session

What Is Penile Traction Therapy?

PTT uses a medical traction device to apply gentle, sustained stretch to the penis over a controlled period. This continuous mechanical tension is designed to stimulate a natural cellular process called mechanotransduction — where tissue responds to sustained stretch by remodelling and generating new cells.

It’s the same principle used in orthopaedics and reconstructive medicine for decades: tissue placed under consistent, controlled tension adapts and remodels over time.

PTT is not a quick fix, a gimmick or an over-the-counter gadget. Clinical-grade traction protocols have been examined in published studies for Peyronie’s disease, penile curvature and length preservation after prostate surgery — and they require correct fitting, correct tension and a structured protocol to be done safely.

What Is PTT Used For?

PTT may form part of a treatment plan for men experiencing:

Penile curvature and Peyronie’s disease — sustained traction is designed to counteract the shortening and curvature caused by scar tissue (plaque) in the penis. Published studies have examined traction protocols for reducing curvature in men with Peyronie’s disease.

Loss of length after prostate surgery — penile shortening is a common but rarely discussed consequence of prostatectomy. Traction protocols have been studied as part of post-surgical penile rehabilitation, designed to help preserve tissue length during recovery.

Tissue shortening and retraction — whether from scar tissue, disuse or reduced blood flow, shortened erectile tissue can affect both function and confidence. PTT is designed to support tissue remodelling over time.

As a complement to shockwave therapy — traction and shockwave target different aspects of tissue health. Combining them is designed to address both the structural (scar tissue, shortening) and vascular (blood flow) components of penile health.

When Should You Consider PTT?

Consider booking an assessment if you:

• Have noticed a curve or bend developing in your erection
• Have been diagnosed with Peyronie’s disease
• Have noticed shortening after prostate surgery or over time
• Feel a firm lump or band of scar tissue in the penis
• Experience pain or discomfort during erections
• Feel these changes are affecting your confidence or relationship

Curvature and shortening tend to progress if left unaddressed — and the earlier tissue changes are assessed, the more options you have. Many men wait years before speaking to someone. There’s no need to be one of them.

How PTT Works at Shockwave Clinic

We don’t hand you a device and send you home. PTT at Shockwave Clinic is delivered as part of a structured, clinically guided programme — often in combination with our in-clinic technologies:

• PTT (Penile Traction Therapy) — a clinical-grade traction protocol, correctly fitted and monitored, designed to apply controlled tension that encourages tissue remodelling
• ESWT (Shockwave Therapy) — low-intensity acoustic waves designed to break down scar tissue and stimulate blood vessel formation (neovascularisation)
• EMTT (Extracorporeal Magnetotransduction Therapy) — magnetic field therapy that supports tissue regeneration at a cellular level
• PulseVac Infrared Vacuum Therapy — designed to draw blood flow into erectile tissue and support vascular response

Traction addresses the structural component. Shockwave and EMTT address the tissue and vascular components. Used together, they’re designed to work on the problem from multiple angles — rather than temporarily masking symptoms.

What treatment involves:

• No anaesthesia, no needles, no surgery
• Correct device fitting and a personalised traction protocol
• Guidance on daily wear time and tension progression
• In-clinic sessions combined with a structured home protocol
• Regular reviews to track your response and adjust your plan

Individual responses to treatment vary. Your assessment will determine whether PTT is suitable for you, and which combination of therapies fits your situation.

Your First Visit: Initial Assessment & Treatment

We treat before we recommend. Your first visit isn’t just a consultation — it includes your first full treatment session, so we can see exactly how your body responds before building your plan.

Step 1 — Initial Assessment & Treatment (R5,450 once off) includes:

• Medical history assessment & physical examination
• PulseVac Infrared Vacuum Therapy
• ESWT (Shockwave Therapy)
• EMTT (Extracorporeal Magnetotransduction Therapy)
• Consultation with the Founder

During your assessment, we learn:

• Your tissue health and any scar tissue present
• Degree of curvature or shortening
• Blood flow response
• Comfort & sensitivity
• Baseline function
• Whether a traction protocol is suitable for you

This information helps us create a treatment roadmap tailored specifically to you — including whether PTT should form part of your plan, and at what stage. No awkwardness. No pressure. Just clear answers about what’s going on and what your options are — all handled confidentially.