24 HOUR TO 7 DAY ECG HOLTER MONITOR

£350–£690

(Ambulatory ECG Monitor)

  • Continuous Heart Rhythm Tracking With Ambulatory ECG Holter Monitor
  • Easy to Wear, Lightweight, and Discreet Holter Device
  • Expert Cardiologist Interpretation with Fast and Clinically Reliable Reporting
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WHAT IS AN ECG HOLTER MONITOR?

A Holter ECG Monitor is a small, portable device that continuously records your heart’s electrical activity for 24 hours or longer to detect irregularities that may not appear during a standard ECG. Modern Holter monitors are wireless, allowing you to move freely while your heart’s activity is recorded during your normal daily routine.

HOW IS A C3+ HOLTER MONITOR FITTED AND HOW DOES IT WORK?

A Holter monitor is fitted using small adhesive electrodes placed on your chest to continuously record your heart activity. The white backing is removed from each electrode before application. The bottom electrode is positioned below the breastbone, while the top electrode is placed carefully to avoid overlapping with the device or other electrodes. Once connected, the monitor starts automatically, confirmed by a brief beep and an intermittent, faint green light.

TYPES OF ECG HOLTER MONITORS

Traditional Holter Heart Monitor

A non-invasive portable Holter device that continuously records your heart’s electrical activity for 24 to 48 hours.

Extended-Wear Holter Monitor

Also known as a Patch Holter Monitor, tracks your cardiac condition for an extended period of time (up to 2 weeks). Ideal for detecting intermittent or infrequent cardiac events.

Event Holter Monitor

It is an advanced heart monitoring device that doesn’t work continuously; instead, patients activate it when they feel a symptom, best for determining occasional abnormal rhythms. 

Wireless Holter Monitors

A modern, wireless device that records your heart’s activity and sends the real-time data to your doctor via mobile phone for faster review and analysis.

WHY DO YOU NEED A HOLTER CARDIAC MONITOR?

Experiencing unexplained cardiac symptoms, or having a family history of heart disease, hypertension, or diabetes? Your cardiologist may recommend Holter monitoring for a specific duration to find the underlying cause. A Heart Rate Monitor can conveniently diagnose the following cardiac conditions:

  • Frequent Chest Pain

    Unexplained chest pain that sharpens with mild physical activity may need a comprehensive heart checkup via a Holter monitor and get a precise diagnosis. 

  • Arrhythmia

    This heart monitoring device helps detect irregular heart rhythms or skipped beats that may not be detected during a simple ECG test.

  • Atrial Flutter

    The Holter heart rate monitor tracks your heart’s electrical signals as they travel through the heart muscles. The continuous heart monitoring with ECG Holter detects atrial flutter (abnormally fast atrial beats) and helps your cardiologist in making the right diagnosis.

  • Atrial Fibrillation

    In a normal sinus rhythm, electrical signals travel through the heart in an organised pattern. During atrial fibrillation, this rhythm becomes irregular, which is recorded with an ECG Holter.

  • Cardiomyopathy

    In cardiomyopathy, the heart muscle becomes stiff or enlarged, affecting its ability to pump efficiently. Holter ECGs assess abnormal rhythms and prevent disease progression.
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FAQs

A Holter monitor ECG is a completely safe and non-invasive device. However, some people may experience mild skin irritation due to electrodes attached to the skin, which usually heals quickly without medication.

A Holter monitor tracks the electrical activity of the heart, which can signal a heart issue but can’t directly identify a blockage in the arteries.

Yes, you can sleep with a Holter device, as it must be worn at all times to record your heart’s activity. However, it’s recommended to lie flat and position the device, electrodes, and wires carefully to avoid disrupting the recording.

A bra can be worn comfortably with a Holter monitor, provided it’s not so tight as to displace the electrodes or wires.

Generally, a private Holter price in London ranges from £300 to £700, depending on the provider, type of Holter, and duration of heart monitoring. 

A mobile phone can be used safely, but it’s better to avoid its unnecessary use and keep it at a short distance away to avoid potential signal interference.

Yes, Holter monitors deliver reliable and accurate heart rhythm data, helping clinicians detect irregularities.

Light physical activity generally doesn’t cause any issue while wearing the monitor, though it’s best to avoid excessive sweating or vigorous movement.

Water can damage a Holter monitor, so avoid swimming, bathing, or showering while it’s attached. If using a wireless Holter monitor, we’ll guide you on safely disconnecting and reconnecting the sensors for showers.

Removing the Holter early may show incomplete data and should be done if advised by your healthcare provider.

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