A resting electrocardiogram (ECG), also known as a basal ECG, is a common diagnostic tool used to assess the heart rhythm of your heart while you are at a stationary position. During the test, small electrodes are placed to your chest, arms, and legs to record the waves produced by your heart as it beats. The resulting graphs provide valuable information about your heart's health, including its frequency, rhythm, and the presence of any abnormalities.

A resting ECG is a safe, painless, and non-invasive procedure. It can be used to detect a variety of heart conditions, such as irregular heartbeats, coronary artery disease, and heart failure.

• Keep in mind that a resting ECG may not always detect all potential heart problems.
• As a result, your doctor may order further examinations if needed.

Stress Test ECG

Exercise stress electrocardiography is a non-invasive test used to evaluate the heart's function while physical exertion. During this procedure, electrodes are on the chest to monitor the ECG. The patient frequently jogs on a treadmill or exercise bike while their blood pressure are monitored closely.

The test helps reveal potential problems with the heart, such as coronary artery disease or arrhythmias. A key part of this test is gradually increasing the intensity of exercise until a certain target heart rate has been achieved.

At the end of the test, the electrocardiogram tracing provides a visual representation to assess the heart's response to exercise and reveal potential issues.

Continuous Ambulatory Holter Monitoring

Continuous ambulatory holter monitoring, also referred to as a ambulatory cardiac recorder, is a effective method for tracking the heart's electrical activity over an extended period. This invasive device facilitates physicians to pinpoint potential irregularities that may not be apparent during a short electrocardiogram (ECG) test. Patients commonly carry the holter monitor for an entire duration or even extended periods, recording their heart rhythm continuously throughout daily activities. The collected data is then interpreted by a cardiologist, who can determine a diagnosis and suggest appropriate treatment options.

Long-Term Electrocardiography for Vital Signs Assessment

Serial electrocardiography offers a powerful method for assessing vital signs in patients. It enables the observation of electrical activity over periods, providing physicians with key insights into patient health. By interpreting electrocardiographic patterns, therapists can detect abnormalities that may point to underlying diseases. Furthermore, serial electrocardiography can assist with the here treatment of chronic heart conditions.