ECG and EKG Devices

An ECG (electrocardiogram) or EKG device records the heart's electrical activity to help detect arrhythmias, ischemia, and other cardiac abnormalities. This category covers both ends of the use spectrum: full clinical resting electrocardiographs used in physician offices, cardiology clinics, and hospitals for diagnostic-grade 12-lead recordings, and portable single/6-lead devices designed for quick spot checks or personal heart rhythm tracking.

Medicaleshop carries resting electrocardiograph systems from Welch Allyn (CP 150), McKesson/Burdick (150C, 280), Norav Medical (1200M), and GE Healthcare (MAC VU360 trolley system), along with AliveCor's KardiaMobile - a compact, FDA-cleared personal ECG device that connects via smartphone or USB.

What's the difference between a resting ECG machine and a portable EKG monitor?

A resting electrocardiograph captures a full 12-lead reading for diagnostic use in a clinical setting. A portable device like KardiaMobile records a single or limited-lead ECG for quick checks, useful for spot-monitoring but not a substitute for a full diagnostic workup.

Is a home EKG device accurate enough for medical use?

FDA-cleared personal ECG devices can detect certain rhythm irregularities like atrial fibrillation, but results should be reviewed by a healthcare provider - they're a monitoring aid, not a diagnostic replacement for clinical-grade equipment.