Sue at Advanced Healing Therapies can potentially support recovery after a NSTEMI (Non-ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction) heart attack using Acuscope, Myopulse, and BEMER EVO, though it’s important to note that these are adjunctive therapies, not substitutes for standard cardiac care. Here’s how each modality may help during post-NSTEMI recovery (with medical clearance):
⚡ Acuscope Therapy (Electro-Myoneural Stimulation)
- Targets the nervous system and inflammation.
- May help reduce pain, regulate autonomic nervous function, and enhance circulation.
- Could assist in lowering stress levels, which is important post-MI (myocardial infarction), as stress negatively impacts heart recovery.
- Supports vagus nerve stimulation, which helps lower heart rate and improve parasympathetic tone (rest-and-digest response).
🌊 Myopulse Therapy
- Primarily addresses muscle tissue repair and tone.
- After a heart attack, patients often experience chest wall tightness, shoulder tension, or general musculoskeletal issues from inactivity or stress. Myopulse can help with:
- Relieving muscle tension in the chest/back/shoulders.
- Improving lymphatic flow and reducing inflammation.
- Supporting tissue oxygenation and recovery from secondary musculoskeletal strain due to altered posture or anxiety.
🩸 BEMER EVO (PEMF Therapy – Pulsed Electromagnetic Field)
- Scientifically shown to improve microcirculation, which is crucial after a heart attack.
- Helps:
- Enhance oxygen and nutrient delivery to damaged tissues.
- Support blood pressure regulation (especially if issues like hypertension contributed to the heart event).
- Reduce inflammation and swelling.
- Promote vasomotion (the rhythmic contraction of small vessels), which can improve cardiac tissue perfusion in recovery.
🧠 Emotional and Nervous System Support
After a cardiac event, patients often face anxiety, fear, and depression. The Acuscope and BEMERcombination is known for its ability to calm the nervous system, potentially helping with:
- Mood regulation
- Sleep quality
- Autonomic nervous system rebalancing (critical in heart disease recovery)
🔄 Suggested Protocol with Sue
- Initial Assessment: Tailored approach depending on medications, energy levels, and cardiac status.
- Low-intensity start: Gentle sessions with BEMER and Acuscope to avoid overstimulation.
- Progressive integration: Use Myopulse for musculoskeletal support as tolerated.
- Coordination with cardiologist: Sue would likely recommend this to ensure therapies are aligned with standard cardiac rehab.
⚠️ Important Considerations
- Always work under cardiologist approval—especially in the first few weeks after an NSTEMI.
- These therapies are complementary, not replacements for medications, dietary changes, and cardiac rehabilitation.
