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Our Method

Sigma has pioneered a new system of cardiac/metabolic screening correlating known risk factors, genetics, and occupational stressors that are characteristic of law-enforcement. Over the last five years, we have shown massive potential in eliminating the catastrophic effects of cardiovascular disease amongst first responders.

Sigma Cardiac Triad

Sigma has developed a comprehensive cardiac laboratory screening evaluation along with an individualized nutritional and exercise prescription. The screening consists of non-invasive imaging as well as advanced lipid panel testing to evaluate the early stages of the development of coronary disease and the inflammatory markers (PLA2) that can be used to predict the development of a heart attack. We then perform a cardiopulmonary/EKG exercise stress test on a stationary bicycle. This test measures functional capacity, the presence of any ischemia (lack of blood flow to the heart muscle) and allows us to use indirect calorimetry to develop a personalized diet and exercise component given to the officer at the time of physician consultation.

Metabolic Analysis

Sigma’s unique approach uses Advanced Metabolic Testing (AMP) to assess precise nutritional status of each individual and prescribe key nutritional changes based on that person’s individual goals. For law enforcement officers, nutritional status underwrites on-duty performance and can be the deciding factor between a routine arrest and a situation where the officer must rely on the use of excessive force to overpower an assailant, which then places both the officer and assailant at risk for additional harm. Sigma’s unique methodology gives each officer a perfect understanding of how to fuel themselves, not only for on-duty performance, but will also lead to increased focus, alertness, less fatigue, and, in general, higher competency to perform the duties required regardless of the situation.

Exercise & Nutritional Modification

Because the demands of law enforcement are so extreme, studies have shown that each decade of law enforcement effectively doubles each officer’s risk for heart attack or stroke. With Sigma’s approach, officers are not only shown the effect of their current nutritional status, but they are guided by a licensed professional and taught which lifestyle modifications, based on results from Sigma’s metabolic analysis, that are most effective in decreasing BMI, fatigue, and cardiovascular risk factors while realizing an increase in focus and on-duty adaptability. Additionally, because 48% of law-enforcement agents are obese, a strong emphasis on weight optimization will be included within each consultation.

Medical Evaluation

Each patient will engage in a lengthy direct consultation with a physician or licensed medical professional (physician’s assistant/nurse practitioner). During this consultation, each officer will be educated on blood-based labs, will gain in-depth understanding of coronary calcium score, and will receive and overview of their individual EKG/stress test data. Additionally, they will work with Sigma’s clinicians to set accountable steps towards improvement in individual areas of risk.

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Sigma began with the desire to create efficient avenues for members of public safety seeking a greater measure of health and performance from their daily lives. Today, we have served more than 6,500 officers and 500 corporate individuals in the United States.

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