An exercise electrocardiogram (ECG) records your heart's response to the stress of exercise. An exercise ECG measures your heart's electrical activity, blood pressure and heart rate while you exercise, usually by walking on a treadmill. Why is it done? A stress test is usually done to...
Cardiac rehabilitation (CR), or “cardiac rehab,” is a multifaceted, medically supervised program proven to improve heart health and outcomes in people with certain types of cardiovascular disease. CR revolves around three major components: an individualized exercise and training program, education on topics related to heart...
Your blood will say a lot about how healthy your heart is. High levels of "bad" cholesterol in your blood, for example, may indicate that you're at a higher risk of getting a heart attack. Some compounds in your blood will help your doctor figure...
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the major cause of death in the world. If left unchecked; this number is projected to escalate to more than 23.6 million deaths by 2030. The highest changes in deaths from heart disease and stroke are projected to emerge in low-...
EECP (enhanced external counterpulsation) is a mechanical type of angina therapy for chest pain. What Is EECP? EECP is a mechanical operation that involves wrapping long inflatable cuffs (similar to blood pressure cuffs) across each of the patient's ankles. The leg cuffs are inflated and deflated synchronously for...