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External Counterpulsation

Safe, non-invasive treatment for the heart

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What is External Counterpulsation Therapy?

External Counterpulsation Therapy (ECP) is a safe, effective, non-invasive treatment that improves endothelial function. ECP is also know as External Enhanced Counterpulsation® (EECP). ECP improves cardiovascular function and can be used to treat angina, microvascular angina and heart failure. In some patients it can be an alternative to open heart surgery.

The ECP Clinic is the only clinic in London offering this ground breaking treatment. Our experienced team, led by Senior Cardiologist Dr Robin Roberts MBBS FRCP, have been treating patients with this therapy for more than 12 years

ECP is Safe, Effective, Non-Invasive treatment for the Heart

How can ECP therapy benefit you?

ECP is a powerful treatment that improves many aspects of Cardiovascular Health. The European society of Cardiology recommended ECP therapy for use in angina based on a review of over 250 published scientific papers and the long-term evidence of the benefits of the therapy. ECP is widely used in the USA, China and other parts of the world to successfully treat cardiac disease. ECP can treat angina, microvascular angina and heart failure. In some patients it can be an alternative to open heart surgery. It also has effects on many parts of the body in addition to the heart and works at the microscopic level on the lining of all blood vessel ( the endothelium). ECP is used in Sports Performance and can improve health outcomes in a variety of other conditions. 

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ECP can be used in Sports recovery and performance. clinical studies in elite athletes have shown significant improvement in performance and recovery following ECP.
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ECP has been used by Cardiologists for many years to to treat angina and heart failure. It can be an alternative to stents and bypass surgery. It can be safely used after a heart attack as part of the rehabilitation process
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ECP is a powerful form of exercise for the whole body. ECP can improve your health and wellbeing by improving your cardiovascular function.

ECP is groundbreaking treatment that improves cardiovascular health

How ECP Therapy works

ECP works by increasing pressure in both arteries and veins during the relaxation phase of the heart. It is achieved by sequential inflation of cuffs placed on both lower limbs. This increases blood flow to the heart and other organs such as the kidneys, liver and brain. It also increases venous return to the right side of the heart, so increasing strength of contraction next time the heart pumps. Immediately before the next contraction of the heart (systole), the pressure in all three cuffs instantaneously falls to zero. The heart is now able to pump against greatly reduced resistance into empty veins and arteries in the legs. This significantly reduces the amount of work the heart has to do to pump blood around the body. This effect is known as “Systolic unloading”.

"ECP has changed my life completely. I can now live independently. I no longer feel vulnerable that I live alone."

Carla

The First Clinic in Central London offering ECP therapy

Chest pain (angina) seriously affects quality of life. It can persist despite angioplasty, open heart (bypass) surgery and maximal drug therapy. In microvascular angina (Cardiac Syndrome X) the large blood vessels in the heart are normal but chest pain continues, limiting daily activities of life, medication may not help. ECP can reduce or remove chest pains.

 Many UK doctors are not aware of ECP therapy. It is widely available in the USA including in the world famous Cleveland and Mayo Clinics.

Senior Cardiologist

Our lead clinician Dr Robin Roberts FRCP has over thirty years of experience in the management of complex cardiac problems.

Experienced therapists

Our therapists undergo a rigourous training programme and provide individualised care.

Latest Technology

ECP uses the Renew™ NCP-5 machine. ECP is safe, effective and clinically proven.

Patient Choice

We pride ourselves on our patient care pathway, our individualised care and our ability to provide patient choice.

There is no need to suffer in silence.
Contact us to discover if you would be suitable for this
life changing treatment.

Need Advice about whether ECP could help you?
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Call – +44 02085 441 000
Email – [email protected]
We’re open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

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