The Abbeyfields Clinic erectile dysfunction treatment has wound the clock back forty years to when I was a 19 year old teenager!
If you are reading this, then it’s highly likely you are wanting to improve the quality of your erections and are considering shockwave therapy.
At the outset, though, it’s important to remember if you aren’t following a healthy lifestyle and diet, then shockwave therapy is likely going to be of limited benefit regarding erectile health and performance.
Above all else, let’s face it, this is an intimate procedure, and so I took my time finding out about the various options available, including shockwave. I then searched for a clinic and therapist in whom I felt I could place my absolute trust.
James is the owner of Abbeyfields and if you’ve not already done so I urge you to watch the professional videos he has produced on a range of matters, not least the ones on erectile matters.
I first spoke with James on the telephone, when I made my initial enquiry, and what struck me most was how easy he was to speak with.
We just clicked, so to speak. He’s knowledgeable and understanding about all aspects erectile performance (I refuse to call it dysfunction as that’s such a negative term, don’t you think?), and was able to answer all my questions and concerns about shockwave treatment.
James is totally authentic – and by that I mean what you see on the videos is exactly what he’s like when you meet him in person. Personally, I felt very comfortable placing my trust in him and his expertise.
The benefit of Abbeyfields is it’s totally discreet, tucked away on an industrial estate. It offers a broad spectrum of services, including physiotherapy, osteopathy, sports therapy and so on, for both men and women. This is a great advantage when it comes to shockwave erectile therapy, as only you and the therapist know why you re there! What I’m trying to say is it’s not like having to walk into a specialist “man clinic” of some kind that could make some men feel self-conscious, particularly on their first visit, regarding such personal matters.
First impressions are good – Abbeyfields clinic is spotlessly clean and professional. The specialist shockwave equipment itself is truly “state of the art”, and at the cutting-edge of what is available anywhere in the world.
In the end, I had 5 sessions (one per week over 5 weeks – a sixth planned appointment had to be cancelled due to family reasons). All were carried out by Tom, a colleague who works closely with James.
There was no pain, just the sensation that “something” was taking place that is hard to describe, but it’s a slight sensation both on the surface, and within, the shaft and head of the penis.
Rest assured shockwave therapy is unlikely to give you an erection during the treatment session itself, but if it does then it’s really no big deal, and certainly wouldn’t cause any embarrassment.
OK, if you’ve read this far, the chances are that you are curious and want to know what difference the shockwave treatment made.
Well, I underwent treatment at Abbeyfields in autumn 2020, and now, three months later, this is my result so far;
Age; 59
Number of shockwave treatments Planned – 6 x 20 minute sessions
Frequency of shockwave sessions
Planned – Weekly
Rigidity of erection?
Before – hard, like rubber
Now – hard, like steel
The significant improvement in rigidity (that I had neither wanted or sought) was a totally unexpected surprise, in that my erections are now ridiculously more powerful than I can ever remember, with the blood vessels becoming so engorged I feel they could almost burst!
Personally, my main hope was to achieve more nerve sensitivity along the shaft of my erection, as somehow that had slowly declined over many years. Thankfully, I can report that’s that’s also improved considerably, and it is STILL improving!
Overall, I’m absolutely delighted with the results and things are still improving three months after treatment finished!
It’s like winding the clock back forty years to when I was a 19 year old teenager!
Would I recommend James and Tom at Abbeyfields and shockwave therapy treatment?
You Bet!
Shockwave treatment meant I didn’t have to have surgery
“I was diagnosed on 25th May 2019 with Calcific Tendonitis by way of an X-ray at my local hospital clearly showing a calcified mass sitting separately off my shoulder edge. It was extraordinarily painful. Even though it was a Bank Holiday, James offered to see me on the Monday to try Focused Shockwave Therapy. He did however recommend I organise a referral for the traditional method of removal via a Barbotage procedure which I managed to organise through my Private health Company, this was however 6 weeks later.
Within a few days of shockwave my arm/shoulder was feeling much better with improved movement, in fact 4 weeks later and it was feeling better than it had for the last 3 years.
I have today attended my appointment with the consultant for the Barbotage, however following ultrasound scans and X-ray the consultant couldn’t find the calcification and so concluded that the Shockwave therapy was successful and that surgery wasn’t necessary.
I would 100% recommend The Abbeyfields Clinic, James Woledge and Shockwave Therapy.”
Terry Smith
I walked into the clinic in pain and left pain free
“Recently I saw a Consultant Podiatric Surgeon having been referred by my GP due to chronic foot pain. Surgery was suggested as the only option. As an active 68 year old the thought of at least six weeks recovery was too much to contemplate.
I made enquires and heard that state of the art treatment was available at Abbeyfields. Following two Focused Shockwave treatments the pain in the ball of my foot and upper foot has reduced enormously. I am now able to walk pain free and enjoy life once again.
I received treatment from James who also advised me and provided me with insoles for my shoes and gels for my toe as part of my ongoing care.
Astonishing! I walked into the clinic in pain and left pain free . Thank you. I unreservedly recommend this treatment.”
Fiona M.
Now walking around and getting up and downstairs pain free
“James, an enormous thank you from both me and my mum for our recent shock wave treatment. It has completely eliminated the onset of Morton’s Neuroma on my right foot and has also helped hugely with the arthritis in both big toes and my thumb joint.
My 85 year old mum who, for years, has struggled with knee pain from arthritis and a bursar is now walking around and getting up and downstairs pain free which is nothing short of miraculous!”
Tracey T.
I feel like a totally different person
“I cannot recommend Jo at The Abbeyfields Clinic highly enough. I went in to my initial consultation in total despair and now nine months later feel like a totally different person thanks to the treatments and support I have received managing my PCOS. I left my first consultation with a clear plan decided by Jo, and felt so relieved as had never truly been listened too like that, and I cannot believe the changes I have seen. The electrolysis process has been life changing as well as very interesting, and the change in hair growth has now substantially slowed and reduced.
On top of this I have received expert advice that has dramatically enhanced my results, which includes dermaplaning, red and blue light treatments, as well as topical creams to help with hormonal acne flare ups.
I was reluctant to have dermaplaning initially because I was nervous that it would negatively affect hair growth, however Jo educated me and reassured me that this wouldn’t be the case and let me decide in my own time, and when I did decide to have it I couldn’t believe I’d waited so long. It has been amazing at reducing the appearance of villus hair – although it is not a form of permanent hair removal it has made a dramatic difference with three treatments interspersed over the nine months. The light treatments have also been a great way of healing and calming skin after acne flare ups, and the results have been amazing with a substantial improvement as little as a day later. On one occasion they healed cracked and sore skin around the nasal area overnight.
Overall I cannot thank Jo enough for her advice, expertise, friendly manner, and professional approach. I always look forward to my appointments, and now travel an hour and a half just to come to the clinic. Thank you Jo your care and expertise is unparalleled, and it is no exaggeration to say that you have changed my life.”
The best treatment I have ever had
“I went to after persistent elbow pain became very restrictive in normal life and training. I had tried rest and over the counter medication but nothing had any effect.
I put my body through a demanding lifestyle as at nearly 50 I am still participating and leading endurance based expeditions. To date I am the fastest British skier to cross Greenland, have run through the Gobi Desert, through the Namib Desert, completed many ultras and have rowed across the Atlantic twice and across the Indian Ocean which gained me 5 Guinness World Records. Despite these being epic adventures they have taken a physical toll and currently training for a row from San Francisco to Hawaii my elbow pain became severe.
I had seen James Woledge in the past for martial arts and running related injuries and again called on him to not only help fix my elbow problem but help me move forward in training without further injury.
I have just completed a series of Shockwave treatment and it has made a huge difference with immediate improvement. My elbow was painful to the touch and movement was very restricted. After one session pain was reduced and by completion of the third there was no more pain to the touch and strength and range of movement was better than it has been for years – probably 95% of previous best.
I thoroughly recommend this treatment and the Abbeyfields Clinic. Professional, friendly, forward looking and by far the best treatment I have had.”
Ian Couch
Now free from pain of tennis elbow
“By the time I had it suggested that I go to see James, I had all but given up on hope that my tennis elbow could be resolved. 3 years had passed and during this time I had seen numerous specialists locally and in London, which had included Bupa’s head of musculoskeletal services and a former physiotherapist of the England cricket team. By this time I had had multiple steroid injections which had given only some temporary relief and were becoming less and less effective each time.
James and the Abbeyfields were superb. I would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone and for any issue. In the case of my chronic tennis elbow, he efficiently but thoroughly took me through the treatment options, making a clear recommendation (to try the shockwave therapy) but without any sort of pressure to do so. After six weeks of treatment the tennis elbow was 90% improved, and after six months it was 100% healed.
I never considered that tennis elbow was a serious condition before I got it, but the pain was so extreme that (aged 33) lifting a cup of tea became difficult! Cycling, motor racing, DIY and (of course) all racquet sports were completely stopped by the condition.
Now, I am back to doing all those things, and even playing badminton and tennis again with no restrictions (and in time for Wimbledon!)
I am extremely grateful to James and the clinic. Family members I have recommended them to are also now experiencing excellent results and I would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone.”
Andrew Hill
Assington
Difference has been life changing
“At the end of last year I went to see the Doctor yet again about the pain in my back which had spread down the left leg and was keeping me awake at night I have suffered with back pain for the last 30 or more years, and had been taking a very strong pain relief which was not good for me, my Doctor suggested I went to see an Osteopath, I thought its worth a try although over the years I had seen many people, luckily for me I chose Abbeyfields clinic and was assigned to Ruth, from day one I knew she was going to help me, with her lovely gentle manner explaining everything so I understood what was happening, over the last few months I would say the difference has been life changing, she has encouraged me to do gentle exercise most days, I have lost weight with no pressure from her just a little encouragement, I now have come off all medication have more energy and am able to do much more in my garden, if I do have a blip which is almost always caused from me doing too much I go and see her and with her exceptional expertise she knows just how to get to the painful spot and I come away feeling so much better, I would recommend Ruth without any hesitation.”
Rosemary age 67
Encouraging and supportive at all times
“I have been attending Abbeyfields clinic as a patient/client of Joe Rudland for a severe knee injury. I have progressed from crutches to intermittently using a walking stick to being able to walk without any aids. The journey has been a co-working one and some times frustrating for me as I expect to run even if I can barely walk. However Joe has been encouraging and supportive at all times. Including making me laugh at my own frustration and encouraging me to take that extra step. I still have some way to go but I don’t feel any where near as anxious. I am going to get as much mobility out of my knee as it is possible to do. I couldn’t have done it without Joe’ s hard work consideration and patience. Thank you.”
Doreen Novak
Overcome my post-pregnancy back pain
“I am absolutely thrilled with the excellent standard of care given by Joe Rudland. He is extremely knowledgeable about the field of osteopathy and has helped me to overcome the post-pregnancy back pain Ive been dealing with for several years. He is welcoming and made me feel right at ease from our first session. He was able to explain to me through laymans terms and sketches exactly why I have continued to have back pain for so long in a way no other GP/Osteopath could! I know by continuing to follow his exercise and stretch recommendations I won’t have to go back for more and more visits but will have resolved my pain for good! I highly recommend Abbeyfields and Joe to anyone suffering with chronic pain.”
Kristen Lewis
Impressed with friendliness, depth of knowledge and professional approach
“On meeting Ruth I was very taken by her friendliness, depth of knowledge and professional approach. Ruth is able to explain in simple terms the reasons for the various techniques she employs to help maintain body suppleness and relieve joint aches and pains. For those seeking to keep good body movement, joint and muscle health, I would unhesitatingly recommend a regular visit to see Ruth.”
P.B. Bury St Edmunds
One session – immediate relief
“I couldn’t recommend James and the clinic highly enough. After suffering with what I thought was hip joint issues for more than a year (yes, I thought it would go away..), I decided to visit the clinic as I am due to go on a long haul flight. I had no appointment- but as I walked in to make one, James instantly offered to assess me and within 5 minutes I had a diagnosis – gluteus medius tendonopathy (he will be chuffed I listened!)
Due to the time scale, and the amount of pain I was in, he recommended shockwave therapy. There’s no guarantee it will work – but I thought hey ho- i’ll give anything a try!
One session – immediate relief. Not completely cured – but I then spent every day aware of how I was standing/sitting/ leaning…
three sessions done, and I can honestly say I can’t feel any pain. And apparently the full effects aren’t felt until 6 weeks later!
I’m just so annoyed I didn’t seek help sooner.
If anyone is suffering, please go and see James. Excellent service, and excellent results!”
L Smart
Well on the way to beating Plantar fasciitis & Achilles Tendonitis
“I’ve suffered with Plantar fasciitis & Achilles Tendonitis for the past two years. If you have it, you will know its a crippling foot condition.
If like me you think you have tried & exhausted everything and lost hope, think again. Contact The Abbeyfields Clinic and have Shockwave Therapy.
I have recently had 4 sessions, I am well on the way to beating this and if I continue to follow James’s aftercare advice, I will get there. Just don’t suffer as long as I did, help is out there you just have to know were to look.”
Mrs L Bishop
Finally health professionals who know what they are talking about!
“I suffered from heel pain and Achilles tendonitis for about 8 months. I consulted various health professionals who gave me exercises and orthotics, all to no avail. On recommendation I visited Podiatrist Julie Llewellyn who after 2 initial treatments referred me to James for Shockwave treatment.
Finally health professionals who know what they are talking about!
After 3 sessions of Shockwave treatment I am back to playing 4 games of badminton in a morning and walking several miles.
I thoroughly recommend James and the shockwave treatment at Abbeyfields.”
Pat Lawrence from Felixstowe
Don’t leave it as long as I did!
“I recently saw James Woledge having suffered with Achilles tendonitis for over one year. I had previously tried various other treatments which hadn’t helped. I had three sessions of Shockwave treatment and within a short period of time I was back to normal. I would highly recommend this treatment but I would say sooner rather than later – don’t leave it as long as I did!”
Sarah C RGN from Stowmarket
Always go the extra mile
“James and the team at Abbeyfields have been a fantastic help to me and the friends and family I have recommended to them. Friendly and professional, they take great care and consideration and always go the extra mile.”
Robert Dellow
Treatment helped to keep me mobile
“I first consulted James in November 2008 when my then 15 year old son suffered a rugby injury (which turned out to be severe whiplash). He successfully treated my son and provided sensible additional advice and recommendations to assist him to avoid future injury.
I subsequently saw James for treatment myself from late 2008 until my hip replacement operation in September 2009 I saw him monthly and his treatment helped to keep me mobile prior to my operation he also recommended an orthopaedic consultant who specialised in treating younger people with hip problems, with the result that I did not end up having to wait years for a replacement operation due to my (young?!) age.
I continue to consult James, on an irregular basis, and can only say that the treatment and advice that he provides is always very helpful and effective.
I have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone requiring osteopathic treatment/advice.”
Caroline
Joined up health care
Liberte Fitness expert Tony Germany, reviews The Abbeyfields Clinic in Bury St Edmunds on his lead up to The London Marathon.
“Before undertaking the marathon I visited The Abbeyfields Clinic after a recommendation from a friend and I was pleasantly surprised.
James and his wife Jo set up the clinic with the intention of providing truly joined up care. Uniting Osteopathy, Physiotherapy and Acupuncture in an integrated way combines the best evidence therapies to tackle spinal pain, headaches and a range of musculoskeletal problems.
People are often confused as to whom they should see for their pain and the intention behind Abbeyfields is to remove that confusion and simply provide the best and most pragmatic solution for a swift recovery.
Like a sandwich with many fillings, a solution that may suit your situation involve a slither of Osteopathy, a slice of Physiotherapy or a smidge of pain relieving Acupuncture and Rehabilitation.
In contrast to other mixed therapy centres this patient centered approach is founded on case managed, coordinated care rather than being pushed from therapy to therapy when progress falters.
A key ingredient of a fast recovery is clearly explaining the diagnosis and treatment plan so that with greater understanding patients can start to take control of their pain/disability and better participate in their recovery.”
Tony Germany Liberte Fitness
Fast and friendly treatment!
“My profession is Motocross, and with the nature of my sport, unfortunately comes many injuries. The past 2012 season I was introduced to The Abbeyfields Clinic by a recommendation from a fellow competitor as I’d had a crash and separated my collarbone. What looked like a season stopper, was soon rectified, with some great treatment and intense rehab with James Woledge. I was back training and racing again just 4 weeks later in full physical condition. I have since used the Abbeyfields Clinic on a regular basis to treat all general aches and pains to prevent them leading to potential injuries. With an Osteopath, Physiotherapist, both Sports, and Deep Tissue Massage available, I have everything under one roof.
I’d like to thank The Abbeyfields Clinic for keeping me healthy on the bike with fast and friendly treatment!”
James Cottrell – Professional Athlete from Ipswich