ECG Tips

Learn to spot common ECG artefacts fast. This practical guide helps trainees, HCAs and students find the cause and fix a poor ECG trace.

Learn the basics of normal vs abnormal ECG readings in this clear beginner’s guide for trainees. Understand what a normal trace looks like and who interprets it.

A clear UK guide on how to become an ECG technician. Learn the routes, training, salary, workplaces, and how the role differs from a cardiac physiologist.

You know that moment at the doctor’s when they say, “We’re going to do an ECG,” and you’re sitting there thinking, “Hmm… what does ECG stand for?” It sounds technical, maybe even a bit scary. But actually, it’s nothing to worry about. ECG stands for Electrocardiogram, which is just a test that checks how your […]

Heart health is more important than ever, and now, your smartphone can help you track it. With the rise of ECG apps, it’s possible to monitor your heart’s rhythm, detect irregularities like AFib, and even share reports with your doctor, all from your phone or smartwatch. Now, we get it. There are so many apps […]

If you’ve ever been to the doctor and heard the words electrocardiogram/ ECG and electrocardiograph, you might have wondered: are these two things the same? It’s easy to get confused, especially since both deal with your heart’s electrical activity. But here’s the truth: even though they sound similar, they’re actually very different, and knowing the […]

When a doctor needs to check how your heart is working, they might recommend an ECG test. But did you know there are different types of ECG tests, each designed for a specific purpose? Some are done while you’re resting, others while you’re moving, and some even monitor your heart for days to detect hidden […]

Have you ever wondered, “What is a 12-lead ECG” and why medical professionals like doctors, nurses, and phlebotomists use it so often? This test can sound complicated, but it’s actually quite simple.  A 12-lead ECG is a quick test that shows how your heart is working. Medical professionals use it to check for heart problems, […]

Picture a busy clinic. A patient comes in with chest pain or dizziness. The ECG (Electrocardiogram) is the first test doctors use to check the heart. Knowing the overall process of reading an ECG helps you find serious heart problems early, prevent risks, or give patients peace of mind. If you’re a beginner, medical student, […]