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What is Enhanced External Counterpulsation (EECP)?
EECP is a non-invasive assisted circulation technology used for ischemic diseases.
A computer triggers cuff inflation and deflation timed to patient’s ECG. Pneumatic cuffs are applied to the lower extremities from calves to thighs to buttocks. Cuffs are timed to inflate sequentially at the onset of diastole increasing coronary perfusion and venous return, then to deflate simultaneously prior to onset of systole decreasing vascular resistance, assisting with systolic unloading, and decreasing cardiac workload.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What does EECP stand for?
EECP stands for Enhanced External Counter Pulsation. It is a non-invasive, non-surgical treatment intended to pump more oxygenated blood to the heart, and reduce the symptoms of heart disease such as chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue.
How long do the benefits of EECP Flow Therapy last?
Documented research has shown benefits lasting three to five years after EECP Therapy treatment. These benefits include less anginal episodes, decreased nitroglycerin usage, increased blood flow on stress tests, and increased exercise tolerance.
Can EECP dislodge plaque and cause a traumatic event?
No. Our bodies follow the laws of physics, and one principle law is that fluid will travel in the path of least resistance. Atherosclerotic plaques are calcified and hard. During EECP Therapy, when your blood is flowing to the heart, it will naturally bypass arteries with plaque and enter healthy, non-diseased blood vessels to go around blockages. No one has ever had a heart attack or a stroke as a result of the treatment.
Is EECP approved by the 510K and clinically studied?
Yes! EECP was 510K approved in 1995 for coronary artery disease and in 2002 for congestive heart failure. It has undergone clinical trials at leading universities and has been subject to over a hundred scientific studies published in prestigious medical journals worldwide.
How long does the therapy take and what if I miss a session?
The standard regimen is one hour a day, five days per week for seven weeks (35 sessions total). If you miss a day, it will not have a negative outcome; we simply add another treatment onto the end until you reach the 35 completed sessions.
Who cannot have EECP Therapy?
There are very few restrictions. Individuals who should not be treated include pregnant women, those with a severe aneurysm in their aorta requiring surgical repair, and patients with active blood clots in their legs.
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