Palpitations occur in 3% of cases 7 to 9 months after infection and in 3.8% of cases at 12 months. With the Omicron variant, heart palpitations occur in 1.1% of cases 3 months after primary infection.

How do we test for it ? 

For heart palpitations, an electrocardiogram or Holter monitor (for ambulatory monitoring of the heart rate over a period of 24–48 hours) can be used for an initial assessment. Depending on the suspected underlying cause, your attending physician or cardiologist may recommend additional tests, such as a cardiac ultrasound, a heart rate test while lying down and standing up or an exercise test. The heart palpitations could be caused by a dysfunction of some kind in the system that controls the heart rate, which is known as dysautonomia or orthostatic intolerance.

How is it treated ? 

Treatment may vary depending on the cause. As a general rule, if no cause can be identified, adjust your physical activities and daily routine to avoid intense or prolonged exertion that may aggravate symptoms.

Different exercises to better manage heart palpitations :