Angina, fatigue and shortness of breath occur when the heart is not receiving an adequate supply of oxygen. Hundreds of studies have shown that by increasing blood flow to the heart, EECP helps relieve pain, improve exercise capacity, reduce inflammation and reduce the risks of stroke and cardiovascular events.

The benefits of EECP are not limited to the cardiovascular system, however. As people age, their hearts often pump less efficiently and arteries throughout the body tend to narrow and stiffen, making it more difficult for the heart to push enough oxygen to outlying regions, such as the brain and toes.  There is growing evidence that even young, healthy athletes can benefit from an increased flow of oxygen to organs, such as the kidneys, brain, prostate and lower limbs to name a few of those most often studied.