Have you experienced those heart-stopping moments of panic or the warm fluttering sensation in your chest? Shockingly, these common experiences could be linked to serious cardiac arrhythmias, which are far more dangerous than they seemingly sound. More shocking is the fact that these arrhythmias or abnormal heart rhythms, could trigger potentially fatal cardiac arrests. Knowing […]
Ever wonder about the silent beats within your chest? That's your heart rhythm, ticking away, signalling your health. Sometimes, it might not follow the usual beat, leading to arrhythmia - an uneven heart dance. This article aims to clear up these beats for you. You'll learn when to note changes and seek help. It's about […]
It’s hard to imagine where the medical world would be without technological advancements. The incredible progress has made it possible to maintain cardiovascular health better than ever. Today, cardiac patients have access to lifesaving devices like defibrillators and pacemakers to maintain a healthy heart rhythm. However, there is a misconception that both devices are the […]
A Holter Monitor is a cell phone-sized ECG (electrocardiogram) recording device. It operates on a battery and is attached to the patient’s body using an electrode and cable to record their heart rhythm and heartbeat for 24 hours or more. The Holter Monitor device, also called Ambulatory Electrocardiography, is predominantly recommended by doctors when: Standard […]
Your heart relies on an electrical impulse to produce each beat. What happens when your heart is incapable of generating the electrical impulse? That’s when you will need a pacemaker- a small, matchbox-sized wonder machine to help your heart work and prevent life-threatening cardiac disruptions. What’s a Pacemaker & How Does it Work? Millions of […]
Have you ever paid attention to the lub-dub of your heart? It is something we often take for granted until the lub-dub symphony is disrupted by irregular heart rhythms or arrhythmias. Understanding Arrhythmia: The Inharmonious Heartbeat Your heart just doesn’t “beat.” It is an intricately designed workflow of electrical signals and muscle contractions that produce […]