EECP is a medical device used to stimulate blood circulation, primarily for patients suffering from ischemic heart disease or coronary artery disease. It is especially suitable for those who cannot undergo heart surgery or angioplasty (balloon procedure).
EECP treatment involves the use of inflatable cuffs placed around the patients legs and hips. These cuffs inflate and deflate in sync with the hearts rhythm, specifically during the hearts relaxation phase (diastole), which helps push blood from the lower body back to the heart, thereby improving oxygen supply to the heart and muscles.
1.Reduces chest pain (angina) by increasing oxygen supply to the heart