There are several mechanisms of action believed to explain the extensive benefit from EECP®. One of the main results is collateral recruitment, or the widening and creation of small blood vessels in the heart muscle. These new vessels improve the flow of healthy, oxygenated blood to the heart. Amazingly these small "collateral" blood vessels will create natural bypasses around narrowed or blocked arteries. In short the heart has more nutrients and therefore more energy than before. Look at the pictures below:
The heart before treatment
The heart after treatment
Not only can you see the difference - you can feel it. Patients report
Aside from its physical benefits EECP® is also:
There are several other conditions that benefit from EECP®. In addition to angina, virtually any condition in which poor circulation is a contributing factor can benefit from EECP®. Some of the other conditions include:
Before EECP®, I could not breathe without pain, my arms and chest hurt also. I was unable to walk down to the boat dock without taking a Nitroglycerin tablet. My doctor told me about EECP®. The treatment was not something that anyone cannot endure; it just squeezes your legs, like blood pressure cuffs. I am simply amazed with the results I have experienced. Before EECP® I could not pick up a gallon of milk or a sack of potatoes without chest pain. I am now able to pick up my 43lb. grandson. This was something that I never thought I... read more »
