Janine (36): The FibriCheck app on my Fitbit is helping me out a lot in these, sometimes scary, days
Janine (36), South Wales (United Kingdom) In June I was diagnosed with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AF). That means that my…
What is a stroke or cerebral infarct?
A cerebrovascular accident (CVA) or a stroke is a medical condition where the blood circulation in the brain is suddenly…
What is atrial fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation or AF is the most common heart rhythm disorder and is defined by its irregular and often accelerated…
Why you should check your heart rhythm regularly
As opposed to your heart rate which varies constantly, your heart rhythm should stay regular throughout the day. An irregular…
CEO Lars Grieten: “How FibriCheck saved my father’s life”
“In 2013 my father suffered his first stroke. He was barely 51 years old at the time. On vacation with…
How does FibriCheck measure your heart rhythm?
Measuring your heart rate is quite simple. Place your finger on the inside of your wrist or on your neck…
Heart rate versus heart rhythm
You can have a perfectly normal heart rate but still suffer from heart rhythm disorders. What is the difference between…