Holter Monitoring in Springfield, Brisbane
Continuous heart rhythm monitoring over 24 to 72 hours
A Holter monitor is a portable ECG device worn for 24 to 72 hours to detect abnormal heart rhythms, known as arrhythmias. It is particularly useful for evaluating palpitations, dizziness, or intermittent cardiac symptoms that may not appear during a standard in-clinic ECG.
When Is Holter Monitoring Recommended?
Your cardiologist may recommend Holter monitoring if you experience palpitations, dizziness, or unexplained fainting, or to monitor a known arrhythmia over time. Because symptoms can come and go, a single in-clinic ECG can easily miss them, a Holter monitor is worn continuously so it is more likely to capture an event.
Holter Monitor vs Standard ECG, What's the Difference
A standard ECG captures a snapshot of your heart's electrical activity over a few seconds. A Holter monitor records continuously over 24 to 72 hours, making it more likely to capture an intermittent or infrequent abnormal rhythm that a single ECG might miss.
What to Expect
You will wear a small, portable monitor connected to electrodes on your chest for the prescribed period, continuing your normal daily activities where possible. Your provider will give you specific instructions for wearing and caring for the device, including whether it can get wet, during your monitoring period.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I need to wear a Holter monitor?
Holter monitoring is typically worn for between 24 and 72 hours, depending on what your cardiologist is investigating.
Is Holter monitoring covered by Medicare?
Yes, it is currently bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Can I shower while wearing a Holter monitor?
Your provider will give you specific instructions for wearing and caring for the device, including whether it can get wet, during your monitoring period.
What's the difference between a Holter monitor and a standard ECG?
A standard ECG records a few seconds of heart activity, while a Holter monitor records continuously over 24 to 72 hours, making it better suited to catching intermittent symptoms.
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