If you have been diagnosed with chronic chest pain or angina, Enhanced External Counter Pulsation (EECP) may be a viable option. You will qualify for  EECP therapy if:

• You have angina and have been told by your doctor that you are not a candidate for revascularization procedures

• You underwent bypass surgery or angioplasty in the past and your angina has returned

• Nitroglycerin does not provide adequate relief from your angina

What is EECP?

EECP improves circulation to the heart without medications or conventional therapies. Research shows that it appears to stimulate the opening of new, natural pathways around narrowed or blocked arteries. Many people who have received EECP treatment report fewer and less severe instances of angina, increased energy levels and have greatly improved their ability to engage in activities of daily living. In addition, patients are often able to enjoy moderate exercise for the first time since they developed angina. No major adverse reactions have been reported.

Medical Research

Studies have been conducted at numerous university medical centers, including the University Medical Center at Stony Brook, and have been published in several peer-reviewed medical journals. Results have demonstrated that nearly 80 percent of treated patients achieved significant benefits from 35, one hour treatment sessions. These benefits include an Increased exercise tolerance, elimination or significant decrease in episodes of chest pain, and a decrease or elimination of anti-anginal medication.  In addition, research has shown that the benefits of EECP continue for many months after the initial course of treatment.

What does treatment involve?

EECP programs run for seven weeks. Patients are seen on an outpatient basis five days a week for one hour sessions in our Mineola location. Upon completion, patients will qualify for a follow-up cardiac rehabilitation program. With patients reporting an increased energy level following EECP treatment, they are more likely to become active participants in an exercise program.

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