Event Monitoring

Capturing the "Hidden" Symptoms

Some heart conditions occur infrequently, making them difficult to detect during a standard EKG in the office. Event monitoring allows us to record your heart’s activity over a 24-hour period (or longer) while you go about your normal daily routine.

Why it's performed:

• To evaluate irregular heart rhythms
• To monitor heart health after a heart attack
• To check the effectiveness of cardiac medication
• To diagnose the cause of palpitations or fainting

Hygiene

Shower before your appointment. You cannot get the monitor wet or remove it to bathe while the test is active.

Record Keeping

Keep a diary of your activities and any symptoms you feel. This helps the doctor correlate your rhythm with your actions.

Avoid Magnets

Stay away from magnets, metal detectors, and high-voltage areas, as these can interfere with the recording.