A resting electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is a noninvasive procedure that measures the electrical activity of your heart. During this test, electrodes are placed on your chest, arms, and legs to detect the tiny electrical signals produced by your heart as it beats. These signals are then amplified and recorded on graph paper or displayed on a comput… Read More

A resting electrocardiogram (ECG) offers a valuable snapshot of your heart's function. During this routine test, electrodes are applied to your chest, arms, and legs. These electrodes record the subtle currents that control your heart's beat. The resulting tracing, a waveform of curves, illustrates important information about the structure of your … Read More