From Heart to Hard: Exploring the Link between ECP and Erectile Function
As a functional physician, my approach to treating conditions like erectile dysfunction (ED) is not limited to prescribing medication or supplements.. While medications like Viagra, Cialis, and Levitra can provide temporary relief for ED, they come with a range of serious side effects and do not address the underlying causes of the condition. That’s where External Counterpulsation (ECP) comes in. ECP is a drug-free, non-invasive, and safe alternative to traditional ED medications that focuses on improving overall cardiovascular health. One of the most common causes of ED is poor blood flow to the penis, often due to conditions like atherosclerosis, diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. ECP can improve erectile function in men with vascular problems by increasing blood flow to the penis and stimulating the formation of collateral vessels. But ECP doesn’t just improve erectile function. By increasing blood flow to the heart and stimulating the formation of collateral vessels, ECP also helps improve blood flow to affected areas of the body, reducing the risk of complications like heart attack and stroke. Click to learn more about how ECP can reverse cardiovascular diseases.
ECP has many benefits over the options currently recommended by physicians. It does not involve the use of any drugs or chemicals, therefore it does not have serious side effects, making it a natural alternative to traditional medications for ED. Additionally, it is an alternative for those who are reluctant to undergo invasive procedures that require incisions or injections, making it a more appealing option for many men. ECP is a safe and effective treatment that can provide relief for ED while also improving overall cardiovascular health.
ECP works by improving blood flow to the heart and stimulating the formation of collateral vessels. Collateral vessels are new blood vessels that bypass blockages in existing arteries and help improve blood flow to affected areas, such as the penis. By increasing blood flow to the penis, ECP can help improve erectile function in men with vascular problems. It also does not just improve erectile function in just the short term. By improving overall cardiovascular health and reducing the risk of complications like heart attack and stroke, ECP can provide long-term benefits for men who are struggling with ED.
Exercise is another important component of a healthy lifestyle for men with ED. Regular exercise can help improve blood flow and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, which can improve erectile function over time. Exercise can also help reduce stress and improve overall well-being, which can have a positive impact on sexual function. ECP can be compared to the benefits of intense (and consistent) exercise for a period of 2 months!
When you are out of shape, it takes hard intense exercise to strengthen the heart and reduce oxygen consumption so your body is capable of performing more physical activity with less demand (fatigue) on the heart muscle. Much of the effect of exercise is the process of consistently delivering oxygenated blood (with significant force) to every vital functioning organ in the body. It is this one function that every doctor on earth (across all specialties) will be in unanimous agreement.
ECP is a unique Cardiac Therapy that delivers great benefits beyond the heart. The physical mechanism of External Counterpulsation Therapy delivers oxygenated blood to every vital organ of the body where blockages may exist. For instance, the arteries leading to your lungs, kidneys, liver, brain, and to those in your outer extremities. This mechanical force of increasing oxygenated blood flow has documented proven improvement in patients with diabetes, vascular erectile dysfunction, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease, peripheral vascular disease, movement disorders, kidney dysfunction, memory loss, stroke, diabetic retinopathy and dementia that is vascular in origin. Does this sound too good to be true? Well, good news is that everything described above is absolutely true. The benefits of External Counterpulsation Therapy are proven by over 190 clinical studies in credible US physician review publications.
In conclusion, ECP is a safe and effective treatment option for men with ED that focuses on improving overall cardiovascular health. By improving blood flow and stimulating the formation of collateral vessels, ECP can help improve erectile function and cardiovascular health in men with vascular problems.