Hi Krav,
I have several heart rhythm issues, including AFib, PACs, PVCs, tachycardia and bradycardia. I am followed by both Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology providers. They have been so helpful.
I was started on 50 mg of Flecainide and 5 mg of Eliquis after a 7 hour episode of AFib over a year ago. I did not have any side effects, but I slowly tapered the meds down to 1/4 of a tablet of each twice a day, and I have not had any AFib episodes or serious arrhythmias. I attribute my success to following the guidelines in the book AFib Cure written by two esteemed Cardiac Electrophysiologists. This is a fabulous book that I highly recommend you read. It can be purchased on Amazon.
Diet and Exercise were important components for my success. I quickly learned that exercise needs to be customized for each person. It has taken me over a year to find a home program that works for me , and to slowly increase my duration of exercise without triggering arrhythmias. I have also been working with a physical therapist on strength training, diaphragm breathing, and balance.
I carefully monitor my heart's response to exercise with an Apple Watch, Lookee Tech 2 lead ECG, Nonin Connect or Lookee Tech Sleep pro oximeter, and Omron wrist blood pressure. I can quickly see when I have pushed my heart too hard by drops in my blood oxygen level, slight chest pain, and arrhythmias appearing.
I am now jogging indoors 6 miles (12 minute/mile) within my target heart rate zone for my age of 69. I rarely see anymore arrhythmias. I feel like I have cured my AFib through lifestyle changes.
I wish you the best in finding an integrated program to help improve your heart health.
Thank you for your response.
I am happy for you that you are doing so well.
I dont know if you have seen any of my earlier posts perhaps if you get a chance you can look at the one No Rhyme or Reason which pretty much describes me and my workouts etc.
Doing 6 miles is great and thanks for the info on the A-Fib Cure book.
I am familiar with it but have not read it.
Please stay in touch and let me know how you are doing.