What is an Arrhythmia Clinic?

An Arrhythmia Clinic is a specialized medical facility dedicated to diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders, also known as arrhythmias. At Dr. Javed’s Heart Rhythm Clinic, we focus on providing personalized care for conditions like atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, and other irregular heartbeats. These arrhythmias can significantly impact heart health, and our clinic is equipped with the latest diagnostic tools and treatments to help patients maintain a healthy heart rhythm.

Arrhythmias can cause symptoms such as palpitations, dizziness, fainting, or fatigue. Early detection and management are crucial to prevent complications, including heart failure or stroke.

How to Diagnose Arrhythmia?

Diagnosing arrhythmia involves several advanced tests to accurately identify the type and cause of irregular heartbeats. At Dr. Javed’s Heart Rhythm Clinic, we offer the following diagnostic options:

• Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG): A quick, painless test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It can detect abnormal rhythms in real time.
• Holter Monitoring: This portable device records your heart's activity over 24 to 48 hours, giving a comprehensive view of any irregularities that may occur during daily activities.
• Event Monitors: Similar to Holter monitors, these devices are worn for a longer period (up to a month) and are activated when you feel symptoms.
• Electrophysiological Studies (EPS): A more detailed test where a thin, flexible tube is guided into the heart to analyze its electrical activity and locate the source of arrhythmias.
• Echocardiogram: An ultrasound of the heart that helps in identifying any structural abnormalities that might be causing the arrhythmia.

Treatment Options for Arrhythmia

At Dr. Javed’s Heart Rhythm Clinic, we offer a range of treatment options, tailored to the individual needs of each patient. The choice of treatment depends on the type, severity, and underlying cause of the arrhythmia. Our treatment options include:

• Medications: Anti-arrhythmic drugs may be prescribed to control or correct abnormal heart rhythms. Other medications, such as beta-blockers and calcium channel blockers, may help regulate the heart rate.
• Lifestyle Changes: Managing factors like stress, caffeine intake, and sleep can improve heart health and reduce the frequency of arrhythmia episodes.
• Cardioversion: A procedure where electrical shocks are delivered to the heart to reset its rhythm back to normal.
• Catheter Ablation: A minimally invasive procedure where catheters are used to destroy small areas of heart tissue causing abnormal electrical signals. This is a highly effective treatment for many types of arrhythmias.
• Implantable Devices:
  • Pacemaker: A small device implanted under the skin to help regulate abnormal heart rhythms.
  • Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD): A device that monitors the heart’s rhythm and delivers shocks if a life-threatening arrhythmia is detected.
• Surgical Procedures: In some cases, more invasive procedures like the Maze procedure or surgical ablation might be necessary to correct the arrhythmia.

Our clinic is committed to providing the highest quality care with cutting-edge treatments to help our patients achieve optimal heart health.