Unsteady Hearts: How Do You Know If You Have an Arrhythmia?
The heart is the workhorse of our body, pumping 2,000 gallons of our blood every single day. But, when our heart stops beating normally, it can cause a host of problems. If your heart has...
A Guide to Arrhythmias
Each day, your heart performs an amazing feat. It keeps tempo, continuously supplying blood and nourishment to your vital organs with each beat. When your heart struggles to beat at a consistent pace or within...
Stay in Rhythm: September Is National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month
Many people are aware of the sensation of their heart “flipping” or “skipping a beat” in response to a state of emotional excitement. However, an abnormal heart rhythm called atrial fibrillation may be present when...
When to See an Electrophysiologist
If you or a loved one has been recommended to see an electrophysiologist, you may have questions about what the electrophysiology specialty entails. At The Center for Atrial Fibrillation and Electrophysiology at Hunterdon Cardiovascular Associates...
How Pacemakers Work
What is a Pacemaker? A pacemaker is a small electronic device, usually implanted in the chest below the collarbone, that helps regulate electrical problems within the heart. It signals the heart to beat when the heartbeat...