Are there any risks or side effects of IECP ?

IECP is safe. Occasionally, some patients experience mild skin irritation under the areas of the blood pressure cuffs. The IECP therapists can cope up with this irritation by using extra padding to make the patient comfortable. Some patients experience a bit more fatigue at the beginning of their course of treatment, but it usually subsides after the first few sessions. In fact, patients typically feel energised by IECP.

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