Heart Palpitations

Heart palpitations are common and can be a normal reaction to stressful situations.  However, if you experience frequent heart flutters or a racing heart this can be an indication of a serious problem with your heart.  You can find the diagnostic and therapeutic care you need at Vivify Medical. Customized care plans are available to treat and diagnosis the underlying causes of an irregular heartbeat. Our skilled cardiologist Amnon Beniaminovitz, MD FACC, focuses on lifestyle changes and cutting-edge medical strategies to calm palpitations and correct their underlying cause. Call the office in the Financial District in Manhattan, New York, to schedule an appointment for heart palpitations.   

What are heart palpitations?

Heart palpitations describe sensations that range from a fluttering heart to a rapidly pounding heartbeat. Occasional palpitations can result from strong emotions, anxiety, or stress. You may also experience an increase in heart flutters during strenuous workouts or after consuming caffeine or other stimulants.

In some cases, the root cause of heart palpitations is more serious and relates to a heart issue, such as arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat).

Vivify Medical provides comprehensive care for adults who experience frequent heart palpitations. Dr. Beniaminovitz uses advanced technologies to diagnose the cause of your palpitations and offers a range of treatments to improve your heart health.

When should I seek treatment for heart palpitations?

Schedule a diagnostic evaluation at Vivify Medical if you experience frequent and persistent heart palpitations. You should also book an appointment if you have a history of heart disease or a pervious history of arrythmias  and develop new palpitations. 

Seek emergency medical attention at the nearest hospital emergency room or call 911 if you have sudden changes in your heart rate accompanied by fainting (syncope), shortness of breath, or chest pain. These symptoms can relate to a serious cardiac event, such as a heart attack, or an unstable arrythmia that require immediate care.

During your evaluation, Dr. Beniaminovitz may perform an electrocardiogram (EKG) to assess your heart’s electrical activity, an echocardiogram to identify structural issues in your heart or a stress test to unmask the arrythmia. He may also ask you to wear a Holter monitor, a device that records your heart’s rhythm over several days.

How are heart palpitations treated?

Occasional heart palpitations related to activity or stress may not require treatment. If you have heart-related issues that trigger the palpitations, Vivify Medical offers customized care plans to manage your condition.

Dr. Beniaminovitz may prescribe medications to regulate your heart’s rhythm. He can also recommend lifestyle and diet changes that support the function of your heart to prevent additional palpitations, fainting, and other symptoms. These strategies might include:

• Reducing stress
• Exercising regularly   
• Avoiding certain triggers 
• Getting high-quality sleep
• Practicing relaxation techniques

Call Vivify Medical today to schedule a diagnostic evaluation for heart palpitations or book an appointment online.