What Is a Holter Monitor
A Holter monitor is a small, portable device that records your heart’s electrical activity continuously over a period of time, often 24 hours or longer. It is worn during your normal daily activities, which allows it to capture heart rhythm changes that may not appear during a brief in-clinic check. Holter monitoring is available on site at Coomera Specialist & Diagnostics Centre in Upper Coomera.
Why Holter Monitoring Is Used
Holter monitoring may be requested to help assess concerns such as:
Palpitations or a sensation of a racing or irregular heartbeat Episodes of dizziness or fainting Monitoring a known heart rhythm condition Checking how well a treatment is working
Your GP or specialist will explain why Holter monitoring has been recommended for your individual situation.
How to Prepare
ittle preparation is needed. It can help to shower before your appointment, because the monitor should stay dry and in place while you wear it. Wearing a loose top can make it easier to conceal the monitor and leads under clothing. Our team will explain everything when the monitor is fitted.
Wearing the Monitor
Small sensors called electrodes are placed on your chest and connected to the monitor, which you wear for the recording period. You continue your normal daily activities and are usually asked to keep the monitor dry, so baths and swimming are avoided during this time. You may be asked to keep a short diary of any symptoms and what you were doing at the time, which helps with interpreting the recording.
After Your Monitoring Period
When the recording period is finished, you return the monitor as arranged. The recording is reviewed and a report is prepared for the specialist or GP who requested it, who will discuss the findings and any next steps with you.
How to Arrange Holter Monitoring
Holter monitoring is usually arranged through a referral from your GP or specialist. Referrals can be sent to reception@csdc.com.au, and our team will contact the patient to arrange an appointment. You can also call our reception team on (07) 5638 5325 with any questions about the test or how to prepare.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I wear a Holter monitor?
Holter monitors are commonly worn for 24 hours, though your doctor may request a longer period. Our team will confirm the recording time for your test.
Can I shower while wearing the monitor?
The monitor should be kept dry, so baths, showers and swimming are usually avoided during the recording period. Our team will give you clear instructions when it is fitted.
Will the monitor affect my daily activities?
The monitor is small and worn under your clothing, and you can continue most normal daily activities. Keeping a short diary of symptoms can help with interpreting the recording.
Do I need a referral for Holter monitoring?
Holter monitoring is usually arranged through a referral from your GP or specialist. Our team can advise on what is needed.
Where is the test located?
Level 2, above Doctors@Coomera, Shop 2/21 Coomera Grand Drive, Upper Coomera, QLD 4209, next to ALDI, with parking on site.
Arrange Holter Monitoring
Speak with our team about Holter monitoring in Upper Coomera. Have your referral ready to arrange an appointment.
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