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Loop Recorders

Loop Recorders

in Daytona Beach, FL

It seems like every monitor you wear, the day after it comes off is when your problems show up again. Loop recorders offer heart monitoring over years to ensure even the most infrequent of episodes are recorded.


No one plans on having heart problems, but if you do you need to find a doctor you can trust. At Complete Cardiology Care we staff Cardiologists and Electrophysiologists that treat patients with loop recorders in Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, Palm Coast, Deltona, Deland, and the surrounding areas.

Implanted in 15 minutes

Done in office or outpatient

Diagnose Various Arrhythmias

Determines Cause of Syncope

Understand "palpitations"

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What is a Loop Recorder?

An loop recorder or an insertable cardiac monitor (ICM) is a heart recording device. It is a small device, about the the size of a flat AAA battery. It is implanted in the body under the chest skin. It has several uses. The most common ones include looking for causes of fainting, palpitations, very fast or slow heartbeats, and hidden rhythms that can cause strokes. During a loop recorder implantation, your doctor places the small device under your skin, on your chest wall, overlying the heart. The machine works as an electrocardiogram (ECG). It constantly picks up electrical signals from your heart. This can help find abnormal heart rhythms that can cause many problems such as fainting.


They offer home monitoring as well so if an event occurs, your doctor is either notified same day or the next day.

  • Why might I need a loop recorder implanted?

    You might need an ILR if you have fainting episodes or palpitations, and other tests have not yet given you any answers. Repeated fainting can have a negative effect on your physical and emotional health. Also, certain kinds of fainting greatly increase your chance for sudden death. These fainting episodes require diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible. 


    Once you are diagnosed, you may need a pacemaker or an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD). These could save your life. You might also need a loop recorder if your healthcare provider wants to look for very fast or slow heartbeats. These abnormal heartbeats can cause palpitations, or even lead to strokes.

  • What are the risks of loop recorder implantation?

    Most people have the procedure without any problems. But sometimes problems happen. These might include:

    • Bleeding or bruising
    • Infection (might require device removal)
    • Mild pain at your implantation site

    Your own risks will depend on your age, your other health conditions, and other factors. Ask your healthcare provider about any risks of the procedure for you.

  • What happens during a loop recorder implantation?

    Ask your healthcare provider about what to expect during your procedure. Normally, you can expect the following:

    • You may be given medicine to help you relax.
    • A local anesthetic will be put on your skin to numb it.
    • Your healthcare provider will make a small cut (incision) in your skin. This is often done in the left upper chest.
    • Your provider will then inject the device through the cut under the skin. The machine is about the size of a flat AAA battery.
    • Your cut will be closed with glue, stitches, or possibly staples. A bandage will be put on the area.

  • What happens after a loop recorder implantation?

    Ask your healthcare provider about what to expect after your procedure. In most cases:


    • You will be able to go home the day of the procedure.
    • You can ask for pain medicine if you need it.
    • You will need someone to drive you home after the procedure.
    • It is important to keep the wound clean and dry for 5 to 7 days after the procedure. This reduces the risk of infection.
    • You can return to normal after the procedure. But you may want to rest.
    • Tell your healthcare provider if you have bleeding or swelling at the insertion site.

  • How long does a loop recorder last?

    You may keep your loop recorder for up to 2 or 3 years. When you no longer need it, you may have it removed in a similar procedure.

  • Important notes

    All loop recorders come programmed to record certain fast and slow heart rates. But they also come with a handheld activator that tells the loop recorder to save the signals collected over a certain time. This is important. It can also help explain if a fast or slow heartbeat is not what is causing your problems. Someone will make sure you know how to use your activator before you go home.

Stop coping with your chest pains and get treated today

If you are curious how we can help you with a loop recorder in Daytona Beach, FL please reach out to us. We are currently accepting new patients. Complete Cardiology Care staffs Cardiologists and Electrophysiologist that serve patients in Ormond Beach, Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Port Orange, Deltona, Deland, and the surround areas.


Our Cardiologists and Electrophysiologist take nearly all insurances. We accept Aetna, AARP Medicare Complete, Blue Cross / Blue Shield, Cigna, Florida Healthcare, Florida Hospital Care Advantage, Freedom Health, Health First Health, Humana PPO - out of network benefits apply, Medicare, Optimum Healthcare, Railroad Medicare, Tricare, United Healthcare, VHN, Wellcare.


​We are also a partner with the VA and are proud to serve those who have served our country!


Self Pay Cardiology services are available too! Call and ask for our price list.

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