EECP Therapy in Malaysia: A Safe, Non-Invasive Treatment for Heart Disease and Angina

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EECP stands for Enhanced External Counterpulsation — a non-invasive, safe, painless, no side effect and outpatient therapy designed to improve blood circulation to the heart.

EECP therapy is gaining recognition in Malaysia as an effective alternative for patients suffering from chronic angina, heart failure, or poor blood flow due to blocked arteries.

During each EECP session, inflatable cuffs are wrapped around the lower limbs. These cuffs inflate and deflate in sync with your heartbeat, improving oxygen-rich blood flow to the heart and helping the body form new natural bypasses (collateral circulation).

Who Should Consider EECP Treatment in Malaysia?  What can you benefit from EECP?

 

EECP is suitable for who:

  • Experiencing long-term inconsistent chest pain or pressure when exercising or under stress. [1] 
  • Having stable angina not responding well to medication [1]
  • Not suitable candidates for bypass surgery, angioplasty or stenting [1,4]
  • Re-experienced symptoms after invasive surgery [1]

 

Benefits of EECP

EECP has been FDA-approved [1,2] and clinically proven [2,3] to offer several benefits:

  1. Increased oxygen supply for the heart [2]
  2. Decrease in chest pain and shortness of breath [2]
  3. Improved stress test outcome [2]
  4. Increased exercise duration [2]
  5. Improved blood pressure control [2,3]

 

How does EECP work?

Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNTP9zf82oM

 

FAQs About EECP Therapy

Q: Is EECP therapy painful? [5]
A: No, it is painless and feels like a rhythmic massage on your legs and arms. 

 

Q: Can EECP replace surgery? [5]
A: It’s not a replacement for surgery; However, it may be an alternative for some patients when those surgical procedures are not suitable or preferred.

 

Q: What is the usual treatment for angina? [6]
A: Angina is usually controlled by medication. This medication helps increase the supply of oxygen to the oxygen-deprived heart muscle by dilating blood vessels or decreasing the oxygen demand. The medication effect becomes less effective over time.

 

Q: Where can I purchase an EECP machine in Malaysia?
A: IHB Healthcare is a professional medical equipment supplier by offering a wide range of products including EECP machines with MDA-registered and reliable after sales services in Malaysia. Kindly contact us or visit our website for more information!

 

Sources: 

  1. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/16949-enhanced-external-counterpulsation-eecp 
  2. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3917995/ 
  3. https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/circ.142.suppl_3.14036 
  4. https://www.umcvc.org/conditions-treatments/eecp-enhanced-external-counter-pulsation-treatment 
  5. https://www.healurheart.com/eecp-patient-faq.php 
  6. https://flowtherapy.com/eecp-faq/

     

 

Disclaimer: This article is intended for general reference and suggestion purposes only. Please consult relevant authorities or professionals for official guidance.