Portable ECGs

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For atrial fibrillation and heart problems: Keeping a safe eye on the heart with an portable ECG (electrocardiogram) measurement

The heart is one of the most important organs, it is our internal engine. If you experience a feeling of tightness or if your heart suddenly starts racing without any physical activity, it is advisable to have your heart examined in order to rule out possible heart disease or to detect it in time. Scientific studies have also found that atrial fibrillation is one of the most common causes of stroke, but is noticed by only 50% of all sufferers. Therefore, it is referred to as „silent risk“ für a heart attack.
An electrocardiogram is also colloquially abk"EKG". With this examination method the electrical activity of the heart is measured.
The examination method enables the detection of atrial fibrillation, tachycardia and other cardiac arrhythmias. In the past, such an ECG measurement was only possible in doctors' offices or clinics. Recent technological developments make it possible to measure an ECG from home and thus gain a much more comprehensive insight into one's own heart health. All results can be easily forwarded to the doctor at the same time or shared directly with the doctor in an automated way, providing unprecedented safety control. This type of control is called remote patient monitoring: remote medical monitoring without the need for constant visits to the doctor.

Why should I use an portable ECG?

A Brief  overview of the benefits of using a private ECG:

• Mindful management of your heart: keeping an eye on heart health
• Detecting and ümonitoring atrial fibrillation (AFib)
• Detecting and ¨monitoring other heart conditions such as bradycardia, tachycardia, and normal heart rhythm

How do portable ECGs work?

In simple terms, an electrocardiogram works in the following way: Special sensors on the equipment measure the electrical activity of the heart. The technology tends to develop further and further, so that the sensors can be attached to different materials and can measure more and more precisely. Whereas a few years ago measurement was only possible via complex wiring on the body, today the sensors can be integrated in portable devices, rings, clothing or patches (stickers). The evaluation is then carried out using evaluation tools (apps) that are supported by artificial intelligence in order to display the results in clear graphics. These results can also be shared directly with the doctor.

How do I use an portable ECG?

Electrocardiograms for private use are almost automatic, so dealing with them is basically relatively simple. By the respective physical contact with the sensors and the concrete start of a recording (press the start button by app), a measurement is carried out hhrt. The results can be viewed in the app afterwards.

What portable ECGs are available and which one do I need?

There are currently different ways to perform an ECG measurement. The electrocardiograms offered in MindTecStore are all clinically valid and approved as medical devices. This guarantees you a safe and reliable measurement when you buy them.

In the following you will find an overview of all ECG devices as well as an overview for whom and for which purposes the respective devices are particularly suitable:

1. An electrocardiogram measurement via a small portable ECG device 

   The devices are on average not larger than 8 cm and have left and right on the surface sensors. Here, by placing 2 fingers (left and right) on the device, a reliable measurement is performed within one minute. Since portable ECGs are very small, they can be easily attached to the cell phone by means of an adhesive holder, so that it is always close at hand in case of need. The measurement is clinically valid. The results can be viewed afterwards via the corresponding app and can be conveniently forwarded to the doctor via e-mail. Some doctors also use a doctor software for this purpose, which enables continuous monitoring of all patients. These devices have in principle a very good price-performance ratio.

   Here is an overview of the available devices:

   • Alivecor - KardiaMobile: The Simple - For Beginners
     The AliveCor KardiaMobile is the beginner's version and convinces by the simple measurement at a cost-effective price. It is therefore particularly well suited to perform a precautionary control.
   • Lepu DuoEK: The Simple - For Beginner - For Less-Smartphone-User
     The Lepu DuoEK is also a cost-effective entry-level variant, which additionally allows up to 10 ECG recordings without a smartphone. Therefore, it is particularly interesting for users who do not always have their phone at hand (such as older people).
   • Alivecor Kardiamobile 6L:  The Accurate - Good for diagnosed heart disease
     The 6L convinced by the high number of sensors (6) and is therefore in the accuracy high-end . This portable ECG device buy is particularly recommended if you already have a diagnosis of heart disease and measurements at the highest level are important, or basically a more detailed measurement is preferred. 
   • WIWE: The versatile – For young and old– with stress/fitness measurements & Application without smartphone possible
     The WIWE is especially suitable for older people (no smartphone users) and at the same time for young, health-conscious people who not only want to keep an eye on their heart health but also want to know your stress level and fitness index.
     The WIWE device convinces by 2 special features: 
     First, it can store up to 50 measurements on the device itself without the need for a direct smartphone connection. No other portable ECG currently offers this. (For most of them, a smartphone must always be available at the same time, as the data is stored on it). The WIWE is therefore particularly interesting for people who do not always have their smartphone at hand (so possibly older people). 
     The second special feature of this device is the comprehensive additional measurements. Thus, the WIWE also takes measurements on the stress level and the individual fitness index at the same time.
   • Mawi: The All-in-One Health Measuring Device – For modern families who want to keep their health always in view
     The Mawi is an all-in-one health measurement device. With this device, temperature measurements, oxygen saturation measurements (oximeter) and blood pressure measurements are possible in addition to ECG measurements. The device enables comprehensive health monitoring from home. The results can be communicated with the doctor by e-mail, thus reducing time-consuming visits to the doctor. Especially for families with children this comprehensive health monitoring is very interesting. All measurements are stored and can be viewed via app over time. Multiple users can be managed simultaneously.   


2. A measurement  via an ECG ring – day/night (24/7) atrial fibrillation monitoring
   This type of measurement is a continuation of portable ECGs. The ECG ring is worn on the finger, just like any other ring. It additionally and reliably measures the AFib (atrial fibrillation) by means of a PPG measurement. This measurement takes place permanently (i.e. 24 hours/7 days). In this way, atrial fibrillation can be reliably detected even if the user does not personally notice any of it.
   In the event of abnormalities, i.e. atrial fibrillation, the associated app sends an alarm and the user can trigger a comprehensive ECG measurement at that precise moment. To do this, he presses the ring firmly against the ring finger with another finger. This ensures that the sensor fits snugly and that an accurate measurement can be taken. This type of measurement is also clinically valid. The MindTecStore recommends the Cart Ring from Skylabs here.

3. An ECG measurement using smart (sports) clothing
   Especially for athletes, firefighters, police officers as well as research institutions this kind of electrocardiogram measurement is recommended. 

   Sportswear is equipped with various sensors. Wearing such clothing enables automated ECG measurement, as well as the recording of other vital signs such as respiration monitoring (including oxygenation) or motion analysis, with the help of motion sensors. At the same time, all measured values can be linked to each other. Associated analysis tools offer comprehensive analyses and evaluations. This enables in-depth knowledge of personal health data, fatigue states and current training conditions. In this way, they help to constantly optimize and improve performance. The following products are worth mentioning here:

   • Hexoskin Pro Shirt: 
     High end – smart sportswear- For men and women
     They are currently Hexoskin's highest-quality sports shirts and are used by NASA, among others.

   • Hexoskin smart Shirt:
     Upscale class of smart sportswear - for men - women - children
     These high-tech sports shirts also provide the most accurate health data and analytics f&l;for optimizing performance capabilities.

   • Heart In Fit Set:
     Heart In also offers smart sportswear for this purpose. A small ECG long-term device is attached to the shirt for this purpose. In addition to a long-term ECG, it also measures stress and fatigue levels. 

4. An electrocardiogram measurement for medical practices - without complex wiring and with artificial intelligent analysis tool
   These types of portable ECGs represent the modern form of physician ECG examinations. By means of patch sensors can be performed on a quick and easy way a long-term ECGs. They are characterized by the fact that they are hardly noticeable to the patient and adhere extremely well. Even showering and extreme sports are no longer a problem with these long-term measurements. Elaborate wiring is no longer necessary. Furthermore, these new long-term measurements include comprehensive reporting. This opens up new, more profound insights into the patient's heart health without too much time expenditure for the physician. These findings can be billed to the health insurer. One such device is the Auxil.  

Conclusion

Safely monitor your heart health with portable ECGs, which allow measurements from home and on the go – you can buy a clinically valid ECG reliably at MindTecStore, the health sonline store – technologies for more physical and mental health.

• Measure ECG enables early detection of atrial fibrillation and other heart diseases
• Modern portable ECGs are very easy and safe to use
• MindTecStore offers a wide range of clinically valid electrocardiograms - geared to the different needs of the user:
  • From the easy measurement from home
  • to the ring with 24/7 atrial fibrillation monitoring.
  • ECGs with advanced analysis function per app
  • Intelligent sportswear including ECG
  • Combination meters, which combine ECG measurement with other measurements (oxygen, temperature, stress level, fitness level)
  • Professional electrocardiograms for use in clinics, physician offices, or nursing facilities
• There are special EKGS for beginners, previously ill, older people, young people, families, athletes and medical practices