16 Stents & Beating Strong: Mike's Survival Story with Enhanced External Counter Pulsation (EECP)
Channel: Park Endocrinology
Date: 2024-04-06

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Mike Thompson, 54, first began to experience cardiovascular problems 15 years ago. Doctors have since placed 16 stents in his arteries in various procedures. A treatment called enhanced external counterpulsation, or EECP, has helped Thompson find relief from every day chest pain.


What is EECP?
EECP stands for Enhanced External Counterpulsation. It's a non-invasive outpatient therapy used to improve blood flow in people with certain cardiovascular conditions. Here's a breakdown of how it works and its potential benefits:

How EECP Works:

During EECP therapy, inflatable cuffs are wrapped around your legs and buttocks. These cuffs inflate and deflate in a synchronized manner with your heartbeat. This creates a squeezing effect that helps to:

1. Increase blood flow to the heart by improving circulation in the legs and abdomen.
2. Reduce the workload on the heart by assisting blood flow during the diastolic phase (when the heart muscle relaxes).
3. Stimulate the formation of new blood vessels (collateral circulation) around narrowed or blocked arteries in the heart.

EECP therapy can be beneficial for people with various heart conditions, including:
Chronic stable angina: Chest pain due to narrowed coronary arteries.
Heart failure: Weakened heart muscle that struggles to pump blood efficiently.
Peripheral artery disease (PAD): Narrowed arteries in the legs.

Heart Attacks and Diabetes: A Dangerous Combination, 
Diabetes significantly increases the risk of heart attacks.

Why are Diabetics More Prone to Heart Attacks?
High Blood Sugar: Chronically high blood sugar damages blood vessels and nerves throughout the body, including those supplying the heart.
Inflammation: Diabetes can lead to chronic low-grade inflammation, further accelerating blood vessel damage and promoting plaque buildup (atherosclerosis) in the arteries.
Metabolic Issues: Diabetes affects how your body uses cholesterol and triglycerides, increasing the risk of unhealthy levels that contribute to plaque buildup.
Nerve Damage: Diabetes can damage nerves responsible for heart function, potentially delaying warning signs of a heart attack.

At Park Endocrinology Center, Hyderabad, we understand the challenges of managing diabetes. We go beyond blood sugar control to address potential complications and improve your overall well-being. One of the innovative therapies we offer is Enhanced External Counter Pulsation (EECP), a non-surgical treatment that can significantly benefit your diabetic health.

Experienced Team: Our team of qualified and experienced endocrinologists specializes in utilizing EECP therapy alongside comprehensive diabetic care.
Advanced Equipment: We use state-of-the-art EECP equipment to ensure a safe and comfortable treatment experience.
Personalized Care: We tailor EECP therapy plans to your individual needs and monitor your progress closely throughout the treatment.

Take control of your diabetes and improve your quality of life. Contact Park Endocrinology Center today to learn more about EECP therapy!

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