A resting ECG is a quick diagnostic method that records the electrical activity of the heart while you are relaxed and at rest. These recordings help analyze heart rate and rhythm and can detect abnormalities such as arrhythmias, heart attacks, or other heart diseases.
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A resting ECG is used to measure and monitor the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in the diagnosis of heart rhythm disorders, heart attacks, and other heart diseases by detecting deviations in the heartbeats and their patterns.
During a resting ECG, several electrodes are placed on your chest, arms, and legs. These electrodes are connected to an ECG machine that records the electrical activity of your heart while you are relaxed and lying on your back.
No, a resting ECG is neither painful nor dangerous. The electrodes may cause slight discomfort when attaching and removing them, but the process is overall painless and without risks.
A typical resting ECG takes only a few minutes. The actual recording of the heart activity usually takes place within 5 to 10 minutes, although preparing and attaching the electrodes may take some additional time.
Before a resting ECG, you should make sure that the skin where the electrodes will be attached is clean and free of oils or lotions. It is also advisable to be relaxed before the test and, if necessary, avoid tight or constricting clothing to ensure accurate results.
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