EECP: A Nonsurgical Heart Blockage Treatment

 



What is EECP?

Enhanced External Counter Pulsation (EECP) is a non-invasive treatment given to lower the frequency and intensity of angina episodes. Angina symptoms include chest pain due to contraction or pressure, burning sensation, or fullness. The chest pain can also extend to the shoulders, arms, and lower abdomen. In the EECP Therapy or treatment, three pairs of external cuffs are applied on the lower abdomen, upper legs, and buttocks. The cuffs can inflate and deflate in synchronization with the heartbeat, resulting in increased blood flow to the heart.

Principle of EECP treatment

The treatment works for increasing blood flow to the heart, increasing oxygen supply to its deficient parts, eventually helping the heart to function better. 

Procedure

  • STEP 1: The patient is laid down on a padded table in the treatment room

  • STEP 2: Electrodes are applied to the chest skin and connected through an electrocardiograph (ECG) machine

  • STEP 3: A set of cuffs are wrapped around the calves, thighs, and buttocks. As the cuffs inflate and deflate, the patient experiences limited compression and relaxation around the target parts.

Who is Eligible for the Treatment?

  • Patients who had CABG that is Coronary Artery Bypass and had stents inserted in the coronary vessels to deal with recurring angina problems.

  • Patients who continue to experience recurring angina without any stents or CAGB process.

Who are not Eligible for Treatment?

Patients who have the following complications should not go for this treatment:

  • Contingental heart disease 

  • Valvular Disease

  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

  • Inflated or Enlarged Heart

  • Hemorrhage

  • Blood clots in some parts of the body

  • PVD or Peripheral Arterial Disease is better known as peripheral vascular disease

  • High blood pressure 

  • Heart rate greater than 120 beats per minute

What are the benefits of EECP therapy/ treatment?

  • The treatment effectively increases blood flow to the heart

  • It decreases angina frequency

  • Decreases chest pain

  • Increases NItroglycerine use

  • It increases energy levels

  • It improves efficiency and duration in exercising 

  • It has overall health benefits by improving coronary health 

  • Its effect lasts up to two years

Some Frequently Asked Questions Related To EECP:

Q1: What is the length of treatment?A1: It is a daily

one hour program for approximately seven weeks, thirty-five sessions.

Q2: What are the Prerequisites of EECP treatment?

A2: You will need the following prerequisites:

  • Physician referral

  • A pre-physical examination requiring stress test and nursing assessments

Q3: Can the cost be covered with insurance?

A3: Yes, many insurance companies provide insurance cover to EECP treatment. 

Q4: Where can I get the best EECP Therapy in Pune? 

A4: There are few hospitals providing EECP Therapy in Pune today, and PPCC is one of them. We have an expert and experienced team of doctors providing the best nonsurgical treatments. We have technologically advanced equipment to give you the optimal EECP results.

For more details contact our team

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