Comment on: Penile vibratory stimulation as rehabilitation of erectile function following nerve-sparing radical prostatectomy: a quantitative pilot study

The authors have provided a foundation for an exciting investigation into post radical prostatectomy rehabilitation for sexual health. Patients without preoperative erectile dysfunction (ED) who underwent radical prostatectomy were given a mechanical medical vibrator and instructed to use it daily with the settings adjusted to their own personal preferences. The goal of the study was to find the optimal settings for an upcoming randomized controlled trial. The most commonly selected settings were the ones most often associated with induction of erections and orgasms. Overall, 12/19 patients (63%) were able to participate in penetrative sex 6 months after their radical prostatectomy [ 1 ].