CARDIAC AUTONOMIC NEUROPATHY SYSTEM ANALYSER – CANS504
A cardiac autonomic neuropathy (CAN) system Analyser is a device used to assess the function of the autonomic nervous system (ANS) specifically as it relates to the heart and blood vessels. The Analyser uses ECG and blood pressure measurements to evaluate both sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system responses using a series of tests as per the validated Dr. Ewing’s protocol.
• Resting ECG and BP: Measures heart rate and blood pressure at rest.
• Heart rate response to deep breathing: Assesses parasympathetic function by measuring heart rate changes during deep breaths.
• Heart rate response to standing: Assesses sympathetic function by measuring heart rate and blood pressure changes when transitioning from lying to standing.
• Valsalva maneuver: Assesses parasympathetic function by measuring heart rate changes during a forced exhale of 400mmHg pressure.
• Blood pressure response to standing: Assesses sympathetic function by measuring blood pressure changes when transitioning from lying to standing.
• Blood pressure response to sustained handgrip: Assesses sympathetic function by measuring blood pressure changes during sustained muscle contraction.
