arrhythmia managment services

Electrophysiology is the study of the electrical activity of the heart. When the electrical activity of the heart becomes abnormal this is called an arrhythmia. There are many different types of arrhythmias ranging from benign to life threatening. Arrhythmias can cause a wide variety of symptoms. At West Michigan Cardiology our team of experienced cardiologist and advanced practice providers are trained in the latest diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to manage your arrhythmia.

Symptoms related to arrhythmias can include:

  • Fatigue

  • Palpitations

  • Dizziness

  • Passing out (Syncope)

  • Chest pain

  • Shortness of breath

Treatment options

  • Medications are the first step to treat many types of arrhythmias. We often start by using medications to control heart rate, such as beta blockers or calcium channel blockers. Anti-arrhythmic medications can also be used to help prevent arrhythmias.

  • Certain types of arrhythmias require more than just medication to treat. An electrical cardioversion uses electrical energy to restore the heart’s normal rhythm.

  • Tilt table testing is used to help determine the cause of recurrent syncope (passing out spells) or dizziness by monitoring heart rate and rhythm over time in an assisted standing position.

  • West Michigan Cardiology offers several types of wearable heart monitors to detect arrhythmias. To learn more visit dedicated heart monitoring section.

  • This includes pacemakers, defibrillators, cardiac resynchronization therapy, subcutaneous cardiac defibrillators, and loop records. For more information visit our device clinic page.