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Which way is more effective for checking your heart's rhythm at home? wrist or neck?

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Neck: The larger the artery, the more accurate it will be.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/19/2013

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