Paternidade Além das Rodas
Paternidade Além das Rodas
Does spinal cord injury prevent biological fatherhood?
No, in most cases, spinal cord injury does not prevent biological fatherhood. It's a question we hear often - and the answer starts with understanding how the injury affects reproductive function, not with assuming it eliminates it.
We evaluate each case with our andrology team, under the coordination of Dr. Marcello Gava. It's this technical assessment that determines, for example, whether vibrostimulation is sufficient or whether sperm aspiration is needed - decisions that depend on the level of the injury and each patient's response.
We created Paternidade Além das Rodas to make this evaluation accessible: we bring this technology together with psychological support and financial planning assistance, to support you at every step of this decision.
You want to be a father. The program brings together
the care that makes a difference when there's a spinal cord injury.
Specific Technology
for Spinal Cord Injury
We have vibrostimulators and electrostimulators, equipment specifically designed for spinal cord injury. In most cases, they allow sperm to be obtained without the need for surgery.
We have vibrostimulators and electrostimulators, equipmen…
Personalized
Protocol
Our andrology team, under the coordination of Dr. Marcello Gava, follows a stepwise protocol: from vibrostimulation to electrostimulation, moving to surgical methods only when necessary.
Our andrology team, under the coordination of Dr. Marcell…
Financial Support
That Recognizes
Your Context
We offer special conditions for accessing treatment and support with financial planning, so cost isn't a deciding factor when seeking care.
We offer special conditions for accessing treatment and s…
Psychological Support
Focused on Your Reality
Fatherhood after a spinal cord injury raises its own set of questions - from identity to expectations about one's own body. Our psychology team supports you through these specific issues throughout treatment.
Fatherhood after a spinal cord injury raises its own set…
Frequently asked questions
You can schedule your consultation by phone, WhatsApp, email, or through Fertilínea, our virtual assistant.
No prior tests are needed to book the first consultation. During that appointment, the medical team reviews your history, understands your goals, and advises which tests may be recommended for your case.
Consultation prices may vary by unit, specialty, and type of appointment. For up-to-date information, please contact your preferred unit directly.
Santo André Unit - SP
Av. Príncipe de Gales, 821, Vila Príncipe de Gales - CEP 09060-650
Av. Lauro Gomes, 2000, Vila Sacadura Cabral - CEP 09060-870
Phone: (11) 4433-2830
WhatsApp: (11) 93234-1848
Email: agendesuaconsulta@ideiafertil.com.br
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 6 PM; Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, 7 AM to 1 PM.
Moema Unit - São Paulo, SP
Rua Araguari, 652, Moema - CEP 04514-041
Phone: (11) 3192-0901
WhatsApp: (11) 93234-1791
Email: agendesuaconsultamoema@ideiafertil.com.br
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8 AM to 6 PM; Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM; Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, 8 AM to 12 PM.
Guarulhos Unit - SP
Downtown Corporate Center
Rua Otávio Forghiere, 204, Room 74, Jardim Gumercindo - CEP 07090-070
Phone: (11) 4433-2830
Email: atendimento@ideiafertil.com.br
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM; Saturday, 8 AM to 2 PM.
Yes. In most cases, spinal cord injury doesn't cause infertility - it usually affects ejaculation and, at times, semen quality. With the right sperm retrieval techniques combined with assisted reproduction, biological fatherhood is possible. Each case is evaluated individually by our andrology team.
There are different approaches, chosen based on the level and characteristics of the injury. We start with the least invasive option — vibrostimulation — and move on to electrostimulation or, if needed, surgical extraction. This decision is always made by the medical team, after evaluation.
It's specific equipment that applies stimulation to the genital area to induce reflex ejaculation. It doesn't require anesthesia or sedation and is usually the first option evaluated. In these cases, we assess electrostimulation, which stimulates ejaculation through a different pathway and may require sedation. If neither option works, surgical sperm extraction is also available.
Patients with injuries at certain levels may experience changes in blood pressure during procedures. That's why our team monitors this throughout the process.
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