Research Article

Effects of a Proprietary Freeze-Dried Water Extract of Eurycoma longifolia (Physta) and Polygonum minus on Sexual Performance and Well-Being in Men: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study

Table 3

Scales and ranges.

Scales and scoringRangeExplanation

EDITS0–4Satisfaction with current treatment or intervention
SIAYes/NoSubjective rating of erectile function
EHS1–4Rate current level of hardness during intercourse
SHIM0–21Used in assessment of erectile dysfunction
AMS0–5Satisfaction with overall physical function
IIEF-50–5Erection problems in sex life over 4-week interval
SEAR0–5Questionnaire on psychosocial variables
BDI0–3Evaluates degree of depression
BAI0–3Evaluates degree of anxiety

EDITS: Erectile Dysfunction Inventory for Treatment Satisfaction.
SIA: Sexual Intercourse Attempts.
EHS: Erection Hardness Scale.
SHIM: Sexual Health Inventory Questionnaire for Men.
AMS: Aging Male Symptom Score.
IIEF-5: Index of Erectile Function.
BDI: Beck Depression Inventory.
BAI: Beck Anxiety Inventory.