Better Blood Flow,

Better Health

We specialize in promoting healthy blood flow through EECP in a State of The Art medical facility in California.

WHAT IS EECP?

Enhanced External Counterpulsation is a non-invasive outpatient treatment improving cardiovascular health for patients with angina, coronary artery disease, heart failure, long COVID, and high-performance athletes.

Clinical studies demonstrate that over 75% of patients benefit from this approach and sustain improvements for up to three years post-treatment.*

It works by enhancing blood and oxygen supply to the heart muscle while reducing its workload. During rest, specialized cuffs inflate from the calves to the thighs and buttocks, increasing blood supply to the heart's arteries. Just before the next heartbeat, all cuffs simultaneously deflate, further alleviating the heart's workload.

How EECP Works

EECP FOR YOU

Promoting Optimal Blood Flow For a Better Quality of Life

FOR REFRACTORY ANGINA PATIENTS

- 78%

Reduced Angina Frequency. In patients with chronic stable angina.*

+25%

Increased total exercise time.

In patients with refractory angina pectoris **

Forces oxygenated blood toward the heart and coronary arteries while concurrently increasing the venous blood return to the heart under increased pressure.

* Soran O. Treatment options for refractory angina pectoris: enhanced external counterpulsation therapy. Curr Treat Options Cardiovasc Med. 2009 Feb;11(1):54-60. doi: 10.1007/s11936-009-0006-8. PMID: 19141261.

** Yin Q, Jiang H, Zhang Z, Zhang L, Wu Z, Huang L, Chen X. Influence of enhanced external counterpulsation on endothelial function: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Scand Cardiovasc J. 2023 Dec;57(1):2273223. doi: 10.1080/14017431.2023.2273223. Epub 2023 Oct 24. PMID: 37876280.

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FOR LONG COVID PATIENTS

-50%

Reduced breathing dificulties.*

-36%

Reduced fatigue.*

Relieving shortness of breath, increasing exercise tolerance, reducing inflammation, and improving dysautonomia—all commonly documented symptoms of long COVID.

Proven domains of quality of life improved in the SF-36 survey.**

* A study of 1,500 cardiac patients.

** Observational study of 16 long COVID patients. The study used a validated quality-of-life questionnaire called the Short Form Health Survey (SF-36). Patients reported significant improvements in all eight domains of the SF-36, including physical function, role limitations due to physical health problems, bodily pain, general health, vitality, social functioning, role limitations due to emotional problems, and mental health.

FOR HIGH-PERFORMANCE ATHLETES

+10%

Increased VO2 max*

- 25%

Reduced recovery time after exercise*

Clinically proven to significantly improve AT-VO2Kg, Max-VO2Kg, AT-O2puls, AT-Mets, and Max-Mets, increasing exercise endurance in participants of all fitness levels, including elite athletes.

* Effect of enhanced external counterpulsation on aerobic performance and oxidative stress in trained cyclists" by Santos et al. (2012).

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Dr. Caceres is outstanding, and I thank him for giving me my life back! Since undergoing EECP therapy, I now feel very energetic, can walk better, and am in complete control of my life and work. In addition to the therapy, I was given top-notch advice for lifestyle adjustments that have really made a difference. I wholeheartedly recommend EECP therapy to all heart patients.

Vaughan Herrick

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With EECP therapy, I have more energy and I’m able to climb stairs easier. I was also able to return to playing golf and riding my bicycle. Thanks to the excellent medical care at the center I am enjoying a good quality of life. Dr. Caceres is a great cardiologist and very well-mannered. Buena park Heart Center’s EECP therapists are helpful, friendly, and professional. I wholeheartedly recommend EECP therapy at Buena Park Heart Center to anyone in need of cardiac care.

Larry Ledvina

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The experience with Caceres Medical Group and Dr. Caceres is night and day over anyone else to me. He treats people with respect. It’s almost like being a family member coming here. Having him and his staff treat me like a person, rather than just a number, makes me look forward to coming to my appointments.

Larry Timmins

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WHY PULSE?

EECP research and delivering patient-focused care are at the core of our dedication.

Founded in 1993 by Dr. Joe Caceres, Buena Park Heart Center, prioritizes patient comfort and convenience in cardiovascular care. The center boasts state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, enabling patients to undergo various tests in a welcoming environment. Furthermore, Buena Park Heart Center significantly emphasizes knowledge and continuous medical education, ensuring its healthcare professionals stay current with the latest medical research and clinical guidelines to deliver cutting-edge care to their patients. This commitment to staying informed is integral to providing exemplary care.

ABOUT US

PULSE in Numbers

10,000+

EECP Treatments Performed

95%

Annual Patient Retention

Years of Experience

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PULSE is a proud member of the Buena Park Heart Center Family