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What is an EKG?

An EKG is a non-invasive, painless procedure, and it provides important insights into your heart health without the need for surgery or complex tests. It measures the electrical activity of your heart and provides a graphical representation of your heart’s rhythm, electrical impulses, and overall heart health. It can be part of a routine physical as well as a diagnostic tool to tackle specific cardiac symptoms and episodes.

In home 12-Lead EKG with MEDIX

• Preparation: patient is typically asked to lie down or sit in a comfortable position to ensure clear access to the chest and the limbs.

• Electrode Placement: Small, sticky patches (called electrodes) are placed on the skin in specific spots on the chest, arms, and legs. These electrodes are connected to the EKG machine by wires - 6 electrodes are typically placed on the chest around the heart to get a clear view of the heart's electrical activity and 4 more electrodes are placed on the arms and legs (usually wrists and ankles).

• Recording: The EKG machine detects the electrical signals through the electrodes and creates a graph of these signals, which is printed out or shown on a screen. The test itself is quick, usually only taking about 5 minutes.

• Analysis: Our doctor at MEDIX or a cardiologist will look at the EKG reading to check for irregularities, such as arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats), signs of heart damage, or other cardiac issues.

Reasons to get an EKG