Erectile dysfunction is one of the most common — and most frustrating — concerns men face, but a daily pill isn’t the only answer. The P-Shot offers a regenerative alternative that works with your body rather than around it.
At Forum Health Las Colinas, the Priapus Shot® (P-Shot) uses platelet-rich plasma drawn from your own blood to support healthier tissue, improved blood flow, and more reliable erectile function without medication or surgery.
And because we’re a functional medicine practice serving Irving and the greater Dallas area, we don’t stop at the symptom. We evaluate the hormonal, vascular, and metabolic factors behind your ED, so the P-Shot is part of a real plan, not just a quick fix.
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The P-Shot, short for Priapus Shot, is a regenerative treatment that uses platelet-rich plasma (PRP) drawn from your own blood to support healing, blood flow, and tissue health in the penis. Because the PRP comes from your body, there is nothing synthetic or foreign involved. The treatment simply concentrates and redirects your own natural growth factors.
PRP itself is not new. For years, it has been used in orthopedics, sports medicine, wound healing, and aesthetics to accelerate tissue repair. Its use for men’s sexual health is more recent. The name “Priapus Shot” was coined by Dr. Charles Runels, after Priapus, the figure in Greek mythology associated with male vitality.
At Forum Health Las Colinas, we use the P-Shot as part of a comprehensive, functional medicine approach to erectile dysfunction and sexual wellness. It is most effective when the contributing factors to ED, such as hormones, cardiovascular health, and metabolic function, are evaluated and addressed simultaneously. It can be used on its own or alongside shockwave therapy and other treatments.
A healthy erection depends on three things working together: good blood flow, responsive nerve signaling, and tissue that can fill and hold blood the way it should. Over time — and especially with age, vascular changes, or metabolic conditions — circulation can become restricted, and penile tissue can lose some of its elasticity and responsiveness. When that happens, erections may become weaker, less reliable, or harder to maintain.
The P-Shot is designed to support the tissue itself. Platelet-rich plasma is rich in growth factors, the same signaling proteins your body uses to repair injuries. When PRP is concentrated and placed into penile tissue, the goal is to prompt the body’s own regenerative processes: stimulating the formation of new blood vessels, supporting healthier tissue, and improving local circulation over time.
The Mechanism in Plain Terms
The P-Shot at Forum Health Las Colinas is performed by Dr. Brad Silver, MD, who brings specialized training in regenerative therapies and a functional medicine perspective to men’s sexual health. Your care begins with a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Silver — not a general intake, but a focused conversation about your health history, symptoms, and goals.
Before any treatment begins, Dr. Silver evaluates the underlying contributors to your ED, which may include testosterone levels, cardiovascular markers, metabolic health, lifestyle factors, and medication history. This ensures the P-Shot is the right fit for your situation and that any other contributing factors are identified and addressed alongside it.
There is no universal protocol. Some men benefit from a single P-Shot, while others do best with a short series of treatments; the right plan is determined by your individual assessment.
The P-Shot can be used as a standalone treatment or as one component of a broader plan that may include shockwave therapy, testosterone optimization, peptide therapy, nutritional support, and lifestyle changes. Dr. Silver will recommend the approach that best fits your clinical picture.
The P-Shot tends to be most appropriate for men with mild-to-moderate erectile dysfunction, particularly when reduced blood flow or tissue health is part of the picture. During your consultation, Dr. Silver will determine whether it’s a good match for your specific situation. Men who often consider the P-Shot include those who:
The P-Shot is not appropriate for everyone. Men with severe or complete erectile dysfunction, certain blood or clotting disorders, an active infection in the treatment area, or uncontrolled chronic conditions may need a different approach — or may need to address those issues first. Your consultation with Dr. Silver is where this is sorted out, honestly and individually.
| Oral Medication (e.g. Viagra, Cialis) | P-Shot (PRP Therapy) |
|---|---|
| Works only when taken shortly before sex | Supports your body’s own response — no on-demand timing |
| Masks the symptom; does not address tissue health | Aims to support tissue regeneration and blood flow |
| Effect ends when drug wears off | Results build gradually and may last for months |
| May cause side effects (headache, flushing, vision changes) | Uses your own blood — very low risk of reaction |
| Requires ongoing, indefinite use | A single treatment or short series, with optional maintenance |
| A daily or as-needed workaround | A regenerative approach aimed at the underlying tissue |
The P-Shot and shockwave therapy are two different regenerative approaches to erectile dysfunction, and they work through different mechanisms. Shockwave therapy uses low-intensity acoustic waves to stimulate new blood vessel growth and break up micro-plaque. The P-Shot uses platelet-rich plasma to support tissue regeneration, circulation, and nerve health.
Because they target the same goal in different ways, some men benefit from a combined protocol. Whether one, the other, or both makes sense for you is something Dr. Silver will determine during your evaluation, always in the context of your full health picture.
Erectile dysfunction is one of the most common conditions affecting men over 40, but it is rarely just a bedroom problem. In functional medicine, we understand ED as a vascular signal as much as a sexual health concern.
The same endothelial dysfunction that restricts blood flow to penile tissue is an early driver of cardiovascular disease. Research consistently shows that men who develop ED are at an elevated risk of a major cardiac event in the years that follow if the underlying vascular health issue is not identified and addressed.
This is why our approach at Forum Health Las Colinas doesn’t begin and end with a single treatment. We use a comprehensive evaluation to understand your full cardiovascular and metabolic picture, and we build a plan that addresses the whole man, not just the symptom that brought you in.
Regenerative treatments like the P-Shot have grown in popularity, but not every provider offering them brings the same depth of clinical context. At Forum Health Las Colinas, the P-Shot is one tool within a full functional medicine practice. That means:
The P-Shot at Forum Health Las Colinas is performed by Dr. Brad Silver, MD.
Dr. Silver brings specialized training in regenerative therapies and a functional medicine perspective to men’s sexual health, meaning your ED is evaluated and treated in the context of your full hormonal, cardiovascular, and metabolic picture, not in isolation.
His approach combines advanced diagnostics with targeted treatment protocols, ensuring the P-Shot is always part of a broader strategy tailored to your specific health profile.
A topical numbing cream is applied before the injections, and most men tolerate the procedure well, describing only brief, mild discomfort. Dr. Silver takes care to keep the experience as comfortable as possible.
This varies based on your individual evaluation. Some men do well with a single P-Shot, while others benefit from a short series. Dr. Silver will recommend a plan during your consultation.
Because the P-Shot works by supporting your body’s own tissue regeneration, results develop gradually rather than immediately — typically over several weeks to a few months as circulation and tissue health improve.
The P-Shot uses platelet-rich plasma derived from your own blood, so the risk of an allergic or adverse reaction is very low. The most common effects are mild and local, such as temporary tenderness or minor bruising at the injection sites.
PRP therapy for erectile dysfunction is currently used off-label and is considered an emerging, investigational treatment — it is not FDA-approved specifically for ED. Early studies and some recent reviews have reported encouraging results, but the overall evidence remains limited, and PRP is not yet included in standard ED treatment guidelines. We’re upfront about this, which is exactly why we use the P-Shot as part of a comprehensive, individualized plan rather than a guaranteed standalone cure.
Yes. The P-Shot can be combined with shockwave therapy, testosterone optimization, and other therapies. For many men, a combined approach is more effective than any single treatment. Dr. Silver will assess what makes sense for your situation during your evaluation.
They are two different regenerative treatments. Shockwave therapy uses acoustic waves to stimulate blood vessel growth and break up micro-plaque. The P-Shot uses platelet-rich plasma to support tissue regeneration, circulation, and nerve health. They can be used separately or together.
Insurance typically does not cover the P-Shot, as it is an elective, off-label treatment. Our team can discuss payment options and what to expect during your consultation.
The first step is a thorough consultation with Dr. Silver at Forum Health Las Colinas. He’ll evaluate your overall health picture, discuss your symptoms and goals, and determine whether the P-Shot — alone or as part of a broader plan — is the right fit for you.
We see men from across the Dallas–Fort Worth area, including Irving, Las Colinas, Coppell, Grapevine, Southlake, Arlington, and Dallas. New patient appointments are available Monday through Friday.
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