CPR Class Kansas City

A heart attack can be a life-changing event. It’s quite natural for people to feel scared, confused and overwhelmed after a heart attack. Most people survive a first heart attack and go on to live a full and productive life, provided you follow the instructions given by your doctor to the tee. You’ll need rest and relaxation upon returning home, and a return to all of your normal activities, including work, may take a few weeks to 2 or 3 months, depending on your condition. A full recovery is defined as a return to normal activities, which will depend on how active you were before the life-altering event (your heart attack), the severity of the attack, and your body’s response to it. You will recover faster if you avoid stress, temperature extremes, and conditions that place an added load on your heart, and of course if you strictly adhere to your doctor’s instructions. Here are some tips that you should discuss with your doctor for a healthy heart attack recovery and to protect your h...

Cardiac arrhythmias or abnormal heart rhythms occur as a result of a problem in the “wiring” of your heart muscle. Your heart could beat too slowly, very quickly or irregularly, and can cause symptoms like dizziness and palpitations. Most of the times it’s benign, you may not even feel it. But this does not mean it should be ignored, even if it’s not happening often. Not all arrhythmias are benign, it’s always better to get yours checked by an expert to rule out anything serious. Atrial fibrillation (A-fib) is one of the most common arrhythmias. If detected early, these abnormal heartbeats can be treated and managed. Also, the longer an abnormal rhythm goes untreated, the more damage it can do to your heart. In addition to that, some arrhythmias may lead to life-threatening emergencies, which could have been prevented. While medicines play a vital role in helping to treat arrhythmias, sometimes a procedure, such as an ablation for AF, a pacemaker or an implantable cardiovert...