{"id":10674,"date":"2023-02-05T16:33:45","date_gmt":"2023-02-05T16:33:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.fourthfrontier.com\/?p=10674"},"modified":"2023-03-04T11:00:27","modified_gmt":"2023-03-04T11:00:27","slug":"5-proven-ways-to-stop-an-afib-episode","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.fourthfrontier.com\/uk\/5-proven-ways-to-stop-an-afib-episode\/","title":{"rendered":"AFib Prevention: 5 Proven Ways to Stop an AFib Episode\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you suffer from atrial fibrillation (AFib), you know how disruptive and uncomfortable an episode can be. Luckily, there are some steps that can help stop an AFib episode in its tracks. First and foremost, it\u2019s important to stay calm during a flare-up of symptoms. Stress or anxiety can actually make your heart rate increase further, making the episode worse than it needs to be. Take a few deep breaths and focus on relaxing your body as much as possible while waiting for medical attention if necessary.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

AFib and Stress: What Is The Connection?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Intense emotions like stress and anger can affect heart rhythm. Incorporating stress management<\/a> strategies, like deep breathing, relaxation, and yoga, can minimize the chance of an AFib episode. A 2015 Journal of Arrhythmia study (Ref. <\/span>Link<\/span><\/a>) showed that AFib patients who did yoga twice a week for 3 months saw significant decreases in blood pressure and heart rate.<\/span><\/p>\n

AFib Medication: What Are The Medicines To Be Kept Handy<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Antiarrhythmic medications like amiodarone or flecainide may help slow down the heart rate back into normal rhythm again without needing to go to the hospital right away; however this should only be done with supervision from a doctor who is familiar with treating arrhythmias like AFib episodes specifically for you since these drugs have potential side effects when used incorrectly or too often over time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, electrical cardioversion \u2013 which involves shocking the chest area with electricity \u2013 has been known to work quickly in stopping episodes of arrhythmia including AFib but requires more intensive medical care either at home or within 24 hours after administration so please seek out professional advice before trying any new treatment methods yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n

AFib and Healthy Lifestyle: Why It Matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Finally remember that lifestyle changes such as reducing alcohol consumption\/smoking cessation along with regular exercise have all been proven helpful in managing chronic conditions like Atrial Fibrillation. However, when you are in the middle of an AFib attack, use any of these ways to stop an episode.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n