An electrocardiogram at rest, also known as an ECG or EKG, is a common medical test that records the electrical activity of your heart. During this safe procedure, small electrodes are attached to your chest, arms, and legs. These electrodes send signals to a machine that creates a graph of your heart's rhythm. The ECG recording can reveal a variet

An electrocardiogram (ECG) at rest provides a valuable snapshot for evaluating your heart's beat. During this painless test, electrodes are placed to your chest, arms, and legs to detect the electrical signals produced by your heart. This information can help your physician identify any abnormalities in your heart's beat, such as bradycardia (slow