Enhanced External Counter petition (EECP) treatment is an approved Patient Therapy by FDA for Chronic Stable Angina. It uses pressure on lower limbs to improve blood flow among people with long-term symptoms of cardiovascular disease such as chest pain and pressure.

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What is EECP Therapy

Enhanced external counterpulsation (EECP) therapy is a therapy for chest pain that has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It is used to treat long-term chest pain or pressure (chronic stable angina) that does not respond to other treatments. EECP therapy may also be recommended for some people who need a procedure to restore blood flow to their heart and are not eligible for surgery.

EECP therapy uses pressure to improve your blood flow. It is a non-invasive, outpatient treatment. You usually receive treatment in seven weeks.

This type of therapy can reduce your need for medication and increase your ability to be active without experiencing symptoms. Side effects are usually minor. Your healthcare provider can help determine if you are eligible for EECP treatment.

Know The Angina

Angina is a sign of coronary heart disease that affects more than 10 million Americans.  When you have angina, your heart doesn’t get enough oxygen-rich blood because of narrowed or blocked arteries.  In chronic stable angina, symptoms such as chest pain or weakness come and go when you are active or under stress.

What conditions can EECP therapy treat

Your healthcare provider may recommend EECP if you have:

• Chest pain.
• Cough.
• Fatigue.
• Shortness of breath (dyspnea).

EECP can also help with other conditions,

Including:

• Cardiac syndrome X (a type of angina).
• Cerebrovascular disease.
• Heart failure.
• Kidney (kidney) failure.
• Left ventricular dysfunction (early stage of heart failure).
• Lung disease (pulmonary disease).
• Peripheral arterial (vascular) disease (PAD).

How EECP Therapy Work?

EECP treatment puts pressure on the blood vessels in your lower limbs. The pressure increases blood flow to your heart, which makes your heart work better. When your heart pumps better, symptoms subside.

 This type of therapy can stimulate the blood vessels to open new pathways for blood to flow to your heart. These pathways eventually become “natural bypass” vessels that help relieve angina symptoms if your coronary arteries are narrowed or blocked.

 Are you eligible for EECP?

 You may be eligible for EECP therapy

 if you:

• Prolonged chest pain or pressure that comes and goes during physical activity or stress.
• Now there is no relief from the medicine.
• Do not qualify for an invasive procedure such as surgery.
• Experience new symptoms after an invasive procedure such as bypass surgery, angioplasty, or stenting.

When you should not undergo EECP therapy?

Talk to your healthcare provider about whether you qualify for EECP therapy. EECP therapy is not recommended for pregnant people. Providers may recommend other options for people who have pacemakers or conditions:

•  Aortic regurgitation.
•  Atrial fibrillation (A fib).
•  blood clots.
•  congenital heart disease.
•  Enlarged heart (cardiomegaly).
•  Heart valve disease.
•  Bleeding.
•  High blood pressure (hypertension).
•  Irregular heartbeat.
•  Fast heart rate (tachycardia).
•  hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
•  Pulmonary hypertension (pH).
•  Severe peripheral vascular disease.

EECP!  miracle results of a simple process

Hundreds of thousands of people worldwide have received EECP therapy. This treatment relieves symptoms of heart disease that cannot be controlled by medication or treated with surgery.

Process Description

Before EECP Therapy

Before receiving EECP therapy, a healthcare provider performs a physical exam and exercise stress test. Your provider also explains the process and equipment involved.

Immediately Before Treatment,

A Provider:

Asks you to empty your bladder and change into special treatment pants.

Place three electrocardiogram (EKG) patches on your chest and inflatable cuffs around your legs and buttocks. The cuffs connect to the air ducts.

Gives you a finger sensor to check blood oxygen and pressure levels, so the provider can adjust therapy for best results.

During EECP therapy

During EECP therapy, you rest or nap on a padded table while air fills the cuffs of your lower limbs. You will feel the cuff tighten around your legs and bottom until they reach full healing pressure.

EKG and blood pressure monitors synchronize inflation and deflation with your heartbeat. As your heart relaxes, the phlegm inflates, which increases the blood supply to the arteries that carry blood to your heart. They then quickly deflate to make it easier for your heart to pump again.

Once you get used to the sensation, the therapy should be comfortable. It should not cause pain or discomfort. You can return to your regular routine after treatment.

EECP therapy timing

EECP therapy is an outpatient treatment. You usually have this for a total of 40 hours: one hour a day, five days a week, for seven weeks.

You can also eat it twice a day for three and a half weeks. You have a one-hour session, a break, and then another session.

After EECP therapy

Responses to EECP therapy vary. You may feel tired for several days after treatment.  Most people say they feel an improvement in their symptoms within the last few weeks of seven weeks of treatment. The troubles you were experiencing earlier have now been benefited to a great extent

EECP therapy can be taken more than once

Talk to your healthcare provider if your symptoms return. About 20% of people need repeat EECP therapy, especially if they have not completed the initial 40-hour course.

What are the benefits of EECP therapy?

Research shows that many people report better symptoms for a few years after EECP treatment. They say they experience:

• Fewer and less frequent symptoms of angina, including chest pain.
• Increased energy.
• Greater ability to be active or exercise without symptoms.
• Less need for medication.

Risks or complications of EECP therapy

Complications from treatment are usually minor. Most people do not experience any major side effects, discomfort, or complications. In rare cases, people develop shortness of breath, requiring hospitalization and treatment.

Typical side effects include fatigue or muscle pain. Some people experience blisters or mild skin irritation from the device. Others may have:

•  rash.
•  edema.
•  fatigue.
•  Muscle or joint discomfort.
•  numbness or tingling.
•  pressure sores.
•  Recovery and Outlook.,

Recovery time from EECP Treatment is possible without admission

EECP therapy does not require a hospital stay. You can return to your regular routine immediately after treatment.

 Many people experience improved blood flow and a decrease in angina symptoms for several years after treatment. In some cases, you may need a second course of EECP therapy.

When to notify healthcare provider

If you experience frequent chest pain or pressure due to physical activity or stress, talk to your healthcare provider. Together, you can determine if you are eligible for EECP therapy. Call 911 right away if you have unexpected chest pain that could be a heart attack.

Hyperactivity while receiving EECP therapy!

Exercise helps keep your heart healthy. Your healthcare provider can help you plan an appropriate exercise program during the treatment weeks. Talk to your provider if you plan to play sports or be sexually active during treatment.

A note from the Lyfstyle Wellness Center

Angina is a common symptom of heart disease that can affect your daily life. If you experience shortness of breath or fatigue after physical activity or stress, talk to your healthcare provider about treatment options. For some people, EECP therapy provides a non-invasive and effective way to improve their quality of life.