Heart Rate Monitoring using ECG and MATLAB

Authors

  • Tanya Shaheen Jassim Waheed Bilad Al Rafidain University College, Department of Medical Instruments EngineeringTechniques
  • Abdallah Zuhier Balasim Hamied Bilad Al Rafidain University College, Department of Medical Instruments Engineering Techniques
  • Raghda Hesham Majeed Salleh Bilad Al Rafidain University College, Department of Medical InstrumentsEngineering Techniques

Keywords:

ECG, MATLAB, Heart Rate, Pulse Rates

Abstract

The MATLAB program can be used to analyze ECG signals in several different ways. The role of MATLAB in analyzing ECG signals can be- Reading and checking data: MATLAB can be used to read and check ECG data to check the integrity of the signal and make sure there is no defect in it.

Signal filtering: MATLAB can be used to filter ECG signals and remove noise and distortion from medical devices and the patient's surroundings.

Wave analysis: MATLAB can be used to analyze ECG waves, determine the heart rate, and identify any abnormalities in the heart rhythm.

Signal visualization: MATLAB can be used to visualize ECG signals graphically and visually, which facilitates their understanding and analysis.

Statistics and analysis: MATLAB can be used for statistics and statistical analysis of ECG signals, which helps in analyzing the data and identifying any differences in the results.

Temporal and frequency analysis: MATLAB can be used for temporal and frequency analysis of ECG signals and to determine wave frequencies, pulse rates, and other events.

Mathematical Modeling: MATLAB can be used to create mathematical models of the heart and the electrical signals it generates, which helps in better understanding and analysis of heart function and the development of various diseases.

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Published

2026-08-03

How to Cite

Tanya Shaheen Jassim Waheed, Abdallah Zuhier Balasim Hamied, & Raghda Hesham Majeed Salleh. (2026). Heart Rate Monitoring using ECG and MATLAB. International Journal of Alternative and Contemporary Therapy, 4(6), 23–42. Retrieved from https://medicaljournals.eu/index.php/IJACT/article/view/2961

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