As the old saying goes, 'May cooler heads prevail,' and that holds especially true if you have an episode of AFib with a rapid heart rate. When you dip your head in cold water or take a cold shower, you stimulate the vagal nerve, which slows your heart rate. Even holding an ice cu...
Getting the rate below 100 beats per minute can help you feel stronger. To do that, doctors often prescribe either beta-blockers or calcium channel blockers, depending on your health.Reset an Irregular Heart Rhythm Some people with AFib need electrical cardioversion to "reset" their heart's ...
About half of people who have electrical cardioversion get AFib again. So doctors sometimes prescribe medications called anti-arrhythmics to help keep your heartbeat regular. You'll need to check in with your doctor often, because they can cause side effects including heart rhythm problems. Ablati...
The on-watch ECG functionality will detect and classify atrial fibrillation (aka AFib), as well as a normal sinus rhythm. On your Venu 2 Plus you can open the ECG app at any time, touch the bezel with your other hand’s fingers, and then wait about 30 seconds for the ECG to ...
And, whilethese trackers may not warn you of Afib, they are also equipped with light sensors that monitor your heart rates. Keeping tabs on your pulse with your Fitbit or Garmin watch, at rest and during exercise can help you get an idea of your typical resting heart rate and heart ...