I am a 77 year old male who suffered with high blood pressure and high cholesterol for the past 10 years. I was experiencing pains on my left arms for the past 5 years which became more pronounced four months ago and I began to experience pain on the left side of my chest which ran down my left arm. I started experiencing shortness of breath while trying to perform simple tasks like walking or taking a bath. Two months ago the chest pains became severe and I was admitted at St Anne’s hospital in Pietermaritzburg. I underwent an angiogram which showed blocked and narrowed arteries. The cardiologist suggested rotobladding (drill out plaque) since I was too fragile for surgery. A second cardiologist was of the opinion that I should continue on medication. Before ECP I was breathless even after 10-15 steps. I had no appetite and could not sleep easily at night. However now, after ECP, I can walk comfortably at home. I have resumed work for half the day and I am able to eat four times a day. I sleep comfortably at night. I do not take any TNT’s which I used to take before the ECP treatment. I have received excellent service from Santosh, Shakun, Nishara and Dr Mohanlall from the moment I walked in till the end of treatment. They are always willing to accommodate my every wish while I was being treated. Everything is perfect at the ECP centre.
Dawood Bayat
One month before ECP I was hospitalized with numbness on my hands and face and my eyes felt heavy. I also experienced muscle weakness and fatigue. I stayed in hospital for 4 days and was treated with steroids, although no diagnosis was confirmed. My symptoms were revealed. I have had discolouration of skin on my face for which I was being treated by a dermatologist. I had feelings of pins and needles on both my legs. After ECP I have more energy. I am not getting tired like before ECP. No more pins and needles on both my legs. My sugar levels are more under control at 5. Red colour under both feet shows improved blood flow. From blood results and my previous medical history, Dr Mohanlall diagnosed me for the first time with myasthenia gravis which is an autoimmune neuromuscular disease. This was confirmed with a consulting GP. The staff are very helpful and friendly, assisting me at all times. I am truly grateful and may God bless them and keep them always.
Mrs R Naidoo
I was diagnosed with coronary artery heart disease in 2000. After I underwent an angiogram it was then that 1 stent was inserted into an artery of my heart. I was fine for 2 years and I started experiencing symptoms of angina when I exerted myself. Another angiogram was performed and 2 more stents were inserted at Milpark hospital. I still experienced pain and shortness of breath after my 2nd angiogram. In 2012 I underwent External Counterpulsation (ECP) due to swelling and pain in my left ankle and chest pains that radiated to my left arm. After 35 ECP sessions I was able to walk for a longer distance without experiencing shortness of breath or chest pains. I recently started experiencing shortness of breath and swelling of my left leg 3 years after ECP and decided to undergo more ECP sessions in 2015 since it benefited me before. My breathing has improved greatly and the excess water retention especially in my legs has been completely eliminated. The swelling on my left ankle has also decreased significantly. The staff at the centre are excellent and always willing to assist.
Sathiprem Naidoo
I am a non-smoker who trains regularly. In 2009 I experienced sharp pains on my chest at night after returning from the gym. I was admitted at St Augustine’s hospital where I was seen by a cardiologist. I underwent a coronary angiogram where one stent was inserted into the Left Anterior Descending artery. I was fine after that and underwent another angiogram in 2013 to see how the stent was and was told the stent was fine. I underwent 3DVG and the chelation in Hillcrest with a GP. I was fine until I underwent an incident of severe chest pains that lasted the night and felt as if I had a “pineapple stuck in my chest”. I decided to do ECP after I did another 3DVG that found a new culprit vessel. I do feel a lot more energetic. My chest feels a lot more relaxed and open. The centre is a professionally established institute with competent and courteous staff.
Mervin Dennis
I am relatively fit. However in the last few months I have experienced a bit of tiredness. After ECP I am feeling great. I am more alert and more energetic. I have clearer skin and my pressure has been lowered and more regulated. Overall complete improvement in fitness and health. Lost 3kg. Staff Very pleasant and extremely hospitable.
Keep doing what you are doing at present. It’s just a matter of time before many more people find out about the therapy.
Kugesh Naidoo
I first started experiencing pains on a Sunday afternoon after working for the day. The severity of the chest pains resulted in me being admitted to St Augustine hospital trauma unit. An angiogram was performed by the cardiologist and 2 stents were inserted into my coronary arteries of my heart. Since 2011 after the stents I was admitted in hospital after every 6 months or so with severe chest pains. Surprisingly my ECG was normal. In 2014 I underwent stress ECG and Echo and I was told by the cardiologist that everything was fine. One week later after being told I was fine I collapsed with severe pains while doing a delivery of my product at Chatsworth mall. I was rushed to St Augustine hospital where I underwent another angiogram and 1 more stent was inserted. One week later I once again experienced severe chest pains and the cardiologist performed another angiogram on me for the 3rd time in 3 years. I am a non-smoker who now experience chest pains on a regular basis. I feel much more energetic and have more stamina. Overall I am much better. Staff very helpful. I would personally employ them as staff. All is perfect at the ECP centre.
Deshen Pillay
I experienced chest pains while working in the garden in 2002. I had severe chest pains in the evening and had to be hospitalized at Life Mount Edgecombe hospital. I was transferred to Westville hospital for an angiogram. The doctor identified 2 blockages. I was treated with medication in hospital for six weeks. I was fine until 2008 when the chest pains returned. I had shortness of breath. The 3rd angiogram was done and 2 stents were inserted at Westville hospital. I experienced severe cramps on my legs. I also had severe cramps on my fingers and hands when I held something for too long. After starting ECP treatment I have more energy. I have no more chest pains. I do not have any more cramps on my hands or legs. Before starting ECP I could not sleep at night because of the cramps. Now I have better quality sleep. Very good service and work well done. Everything is perfect at ECP centre.
Mr B R Singh
I am diabetic and have high blood pressure. Two weeks ago while on holiday in Switzerland I felt chest pain at 11pm after walking a lot. The pain was on my chest centrally and on my shoulders bilaterally as well as my jaws. I took Voltaren tablets and had some relief. At 2:40 am four days later after I returned to Durban, I visited Mount Edgecombe hospital trauma unit after the pain reoccurred. Doctors did an ECG and bloods which was positive for Myocardial Infarction (heart attack). I was referred to Westville hospital to see a cardiologist. Blood tests were done again and it was suggested that I have an angiogram done. My son opted to do the 3-Dimensional Vasculography assessment. After starting ECP treatment I do not have any chest pains. I do not get any pains on my jaws. My pressure has improved. I do not have any pains and cramps on my legs. My skin tone is lighter. I have no more headaches. I thank God, Doctor Mohanlall and my son for everything. The best gift a child can give their parent if they suffering from heart problems is the ECP treatment. I appreciate the staff taking good care of me. Everything is perfect at the ECP centre.
Amurthamma Moodley
Three years ago I started experiencing chest pains. ECG was done by a cardiologist at Newcastle Private Hospital. I was diagnosed with mild angina and an angiogram was suggested. I opted for Chelation and I was fine for three years. However the pain started again recently. I have been experiencing tightness on my chest area when resting. When I walk short distances I feel very tired. I felt the tiredness more when I got up from my sleep. Tightness in chest area eased a little. Skin tone improved. Have a lot of energy. My energy levels improved. l can now go through a full day without the need to nap to pull ‘up my energy levels. I did experience a bit of tightness in the chest after walking. However, I realized it was only after a certain medication was taken and then abstained from it. On completion of ECP I am feeling much better and do no experience chest pains anymore. The staff work in a very pleasant and professional manner and are always very helpful. Keep up the good work.
Naresh Ramsahai
I have been experiencing severe shortness of breath (SOB) on mild exertion for the past one month and now cannot perform simple tasks. I am a diabetic patient for the past 25 years and suffer with high blood pressure for the past 15 years. I saw a GP regarding my difficulty in breathing properly and was hospitalized at Entabeni hospital. An ECG and cardiac enzymes was done which came back with normal results. In June 2015, I started experiencing SOB again and was referred to a specialist at Mediclinic in Newcastle by my GP. I was then seen by a physician who had a chest x-ray and ECG done on me. I was treated with flu medication only, resulting in my left lung collapsing. My condition deteriorated severely in 4 days of hospitalisation resulting in me being referred to Mediclinic in Pietermaritzburg where I was seen by a cardiologist. An angiogram was performed on me revealing triple vessel disease. The cardiologist then suggested heart bypass surgery as a corrective procedure. My family and I decided not to accept the suggestion due to my frail condition and also that I have been notified that I am a high risk patient and a chronic diabetes and hypertensive patient. I started the External Counterpulsation Treatment. I feel good. I have more energy and I can now walk around my yard and in my garden. I’m now able to go to shopping malls and walk as well as push my grocery trolley around. My sleeping has improved at night. I no more experience shortness of breath. Those abnormal heart beats I used to experience is gone. The staff at the centre is all caring and loving. They know exactly how to treat a patient.
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