Frequently Asked Questions

The CaverStem® procedure is only performed by board-certified physicians who have been trained to perform the CaverStem® procedure.

No. There are no scalpel or knives used in the procedure.

No. The procedure is minimally invasive and does not require general anesthesia. We use local anesthetic solution (lidocaine) to numb your skin. An oral sedative is also given to reduce anxiety.

Most patients report feeling mild pressure during the injection that is controlled with local anesthesia and some mild soreness in the areas treated for up to 5 to 7 days after the procedure.

You will be able to resume your normal daily life immediately, limited only by the degree of swelling that you experience after the procedure. In rare occassions, swelling can last up to 5 days depending on the individual’s healing response.

The FDA does not regulate medical procedures performed by qualified and licensed doctors. We have the only clinically proven procedure to treat erectile dysfunction with adult stem cells in the US. We ONLY use your own adult stem cells (not embryonic stem cells) and we don’t alter, manipulate or store your stem cells. Therefore the FDA does not object to these procedures.

Currently the CaverStem® procedure is not covered by health insurance plans.