Enhanced External Counterpulsation
EECP Therapy in Draper, Utah
Enhanced External Counterpulsation (EECP) is a specialized, non-invasive therapy designed to support blood flow and circulation. Thrive EECP in Draper, Utah is one of the very few clinics in the region offering this treatment, guided by an established research foundation.
- Non-Invasive
- No Surgery
- 60-Minute Sessions
- Rare in Utah
The Basics
What Is EECP Therapy?
EECP stands for Enhanced External Counterpulsation. It is a non-invasive treatment in which soft cuffs wrap around the calves, thighs and hips. The cuffs inflate and deflate in rhythm with your heartbeat to support blood flow back to the heart and throughout the body.
Because the treatment is guided by your own cardiac cycle, every session is personalized to you. There are no needles, no incisions and no downtime.
EECP at a Glance
- Non-invasive and FDA-cleared technology with decades of published research
- Sessions last about 60 minutes, often spent resting or reading
- Cuff pressure is coordinated with your own heartbeat
- Extremely limited availability in Utah; Thrive serves the region from Draper
Mechanics
How Does EECP Work?
During treatment, sensors monitor your cardiac cycle. At the moment your heart rests between beats, the cuffs inflate, gently pushing blood from the lower body toward the heart. Just before your heart contracts, the cuffs rapidly release, reducing the workload on the heart.
Over a course of sessions, this repeated, coordinated action is designed to support blood flow, circulation and the body's natural vascular function. Researchers have studied EECP for decades, with a foundational body of evidence in angina and heart failure.
In simple terms: EECP gives your circulatory system a gentle, rhythmic workout while you rest, without surgery, medication or recovery time.
Session Experience
What Happens During an EECP Session?
An EECP session is designed to be comfortable enough that most patients look forward to it as quiet time in their day.
Settle In
You lie on a comfortable treatment bed. Soft cuffs are placed around your calves, thighs and hips.
Relax Through the Session
The system inflates and deflates the cuffs in sync with your heartbeat for about an hour.
Get On With Your Day
When the session ends, cuffs come off and you carry on, with no recovery time needed.
Illustrative before and after EECP treatment visuals. These educational graphics show a concept, not a specific patient or scan, and individual outcomes are never guaranteed.
Circulation 101
Why Is Circulation Important?
Your circulatory system delivers oxygen and nutrients to every cell in your body and carries waste away. When blood flow is supported, everything from energy and recovery to healing and overall wellness stands to benefit.
Over time, many adults notice changes in circulation: cold extremities, slower recovery, fatigue or reduced exercise tolerance. Non-invasive therapies like EECP exist specifically to support healthy blood flow as part of an overall approach.
Explore Circulation & Vascular WellnessIs It Right For You?
Who May Want to Discuss EECP With a Professional?
EECP is a medical treatment, not a spa service. It may be worth discussing with a qualified healthcare professional if you are interested in:
- Circulation support without invasive procedures
- Angina, heart failure or cardiovascular health questions
- Recovery and exercise capacity support
- Neuropathy symptoms where circulation may play a role
- A non-invasive option alongside a doctor-approved plan
EECP is not appropriate for everyone, and we never claim it can cure any condition. Your first step should always be a conversation with your doctor and an evaluation with an experienced provider.
Why Thrive
EECP in Draper: A Rare Option in Utah
EECP availability is extremely limited in Utah, which makes Thrive an important local provider. Patients travel from Sandy, South Jordan, Riverton, Lehi and across the region for a therapy most clinics simply do not offer.
- Located at 1111 East Draper Parkway, near I-15
- A warm, supportive clinic environment, not a sterile hospital feel
- More than 20 years of combined health and wellness experience
- A research foundation you can actually read, organized in our library
The Evidence Base
EECP has one of the stronger research foundations among non-invasive circulation therapies, including the landmark MUST-EECP trial and the PEECH trial in heart failure, both published in leading cardiology journals.
Our research library organizes the studies by topic, from cardiovascular health to exercise capacity, with links to the primary sources.
Explore the EECP Research LibraryExplore Related Services
These programs work well alongside eecp therapy, depending on your goals. Our team can help you decide what fits.
Circulation & Vascular Wellness
The broader non-invasive circulation program EECP sits within.
Learn moreEECP Research & Science
Read the peer-reviewed studies behind EECP, organized by topic.
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How circulation support fits into our neuropathy program.
Learn moreRecovery & Performance
Circulation support for active adults and recovery.
Learn moreQuestions
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to the questions patients ask us most. Something else on your mind? Give us a call or request a free consultation.
View All FAQs Is EECP non-invasive?
Yes. EECP involves no surgery, no needles and no incisions. You relax on a treatment bed while soft cuffs around your lower body inflate and deflate in rhythm with your heartbeat. There is no recovery time, and most patients resume their day immediately after a session.
How long is an EECP session?
A typical session lasts about one hour. You lie comfortably on a treatment bed while the system cycles the cuffs in sync with your cardiac rhythm. Many patients rest, read or listen to music during treatment.
How many EECP sessions are typical?
A common course of EECP treatment is about 35 one-hour sessions, usually distributed over several weeks. The recommended number of sessions depends on your situation and should be discussed with a qualified healthcare professional.
Does EECP hurt?
No. Most people describe EECP as comfortable. You may feel a firm squeezing sensation on the legs as the cuffs inflate, similar to a blood pressure cuff, followed by release. If anything is uncomfortable, the system can be adjusted.
Can anyone get EECP therapy?
EECP is not appropriate for everyone. Your suitability depends on your health history, so an evaluation with a qualified professional is essential before starting. Always ask your doctor whether EECP is appropriate for you.
Where can I get EECP therapy in Utah?
Thrive EECP at 1111 East Draper Parkway offers EECP therapy in Draper, Utah. EECP availability is extremely limited in Utah, and Thrive serves patients from across the South Salt Lake Valley and northern Utah County.
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A Convenient Draper Location
Thrive EECP
1111 East Draper Parkway
Draper, UT 84020
By appointment. Call ahead and we will find a time that works for you.
Easily reached from Sandy, South Jordan, Riverton, Herriman, Cottonwood Heights, Midvale, Murray, Lehi, Alpine, Highland and American Fork, along with other South Salt Lake Valley and northern Utah County communities.
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