Reveal LINQ ICM Heart Monitor Inverness

At Clinic M Medical in Inverness, we use the Reveal™ implantable heart monitor — also known as an implantable loop recorder (ILR) — to provide continuous, long-term heart rhythm monitoring for patients with fainting (syncope), palpitations, dizziness, or unexplained blackouts.

The Reveal device is a tiny cardiac monitor, about the size of a paperclip, placed just beneath the skin on the chest. It continuously records your heart’s electrical activity, automatically detecting and storing any abnormal rhythms such as unusually fast, slow, or irregular beats. If you feel unwell, you can also trigger the device manually to capture an ECG at that exact moment.

This advanced technology allows your Consultant Cardiologist to identify rhythm disturbances that may not appear during standard ECGs or short-term Holter tests. With secure remote monitoring, results can be reviewed promptly, ensuring accurate diagnosis and personalised care for conditions such as fainting, arrhythmias, and POTS-related symptoms.

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What Is the Reveal Heart Monitor?

The Reveal™ heart monitor (also known as an implantable loop recorder) is a tiny heart-monitoring device that sits just beneath the skin on the chest. It continuously records your heart’s rhythm over months or even years, helping your cardiologist detect any abnormal heartbeats — whether they are too fast, too slow, or irregular.

Unlike a pacemaker, the Reveal device does not treat heart problems or deliver electrical therapy; it is purely diagnostic. This means it’s used to find the cause of symptoms such as fainting (syncope), dizziness, palpitations, or blackouts when standard ECG or 24-hour Holter monitoring hasn’t shown an answer.

How the Reveal Device Works?

The procedure to insert the Reveal monitor is quick and minimally invasive, usually done under local anaesthetic as a day case. A small incision is made on the upper chest, and the device — about the size of a paperclip — is gently placed under the skin before being closed with medical glue or small strips.

Once implanted, the device continuously tracks your heart rhythm. If you feel symptoms such as dizziness or palpitations, you can activate the device using a small handheld trigger, which stores your heart activity before and after the episode. The device also sends data wirelessly to your cardiology team through a home monitor, allowing your consultant to review the information remotely and decide whether further treatment or tests are needed.

Why It’s Helpful?

The Reveal heart monitor is ideal for people who have infrequent or unexplained symptoms that are difficult to capture during short-term tests. It allows your cardiologist to link your symptoms directly with your heart rhythm, providing a more accurate diagnosis and avoiding repeated external monitors. The device is small, discreet, and well tolerated, and most patients forget it’s even there.

Why Choose Clinic M Medical, Inverness?

At Clinic M Medical, your Reveal heart monitor assessment and follow-up are led by a Consultant Cardiologist with specialist expertise in syncope, arrhythmia, and POTS.

We provide a complete, personalised approach — from diagnosis through to ongoing management — using the latest cardiac monitoring technology for accurate, patient-focused care.

Take the next step in understanding your heart rhythm.

Book a consultation with our Consultant Cardiologist in Inverness to discuss whether a Reveal heart monitor is right for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who might need a Reveal Device?

The Reveal heart monitor is recommended for people who experience fainting (syncope), blackouts, palpitations, dizziness, or unexplained episodes where heart rhythm problems are suspected but haven’t been detected on shorter tests such as a 24-hour ECG or Holter monitor.

Is the procedure painful?

No — the Reveal device is implanted under a local anaesthetic, so you’ll be awake but comfortable. The procedure takes about 15–20 minutes, and most patients return home the same day.

Will I feel the device once it is in place?

The Reveal monitor is very small, about the size of a paperclip. Most people say they hardly notice it after a few days, and you can continue your normal daily activities.

How does the data get to my doctor?

Your device communicates wirelessly with a small home monitor that automatically sends your heart data to your Consultant Cardiologist at Clinic M Medical. This allows your specialist to review your heart rhythm remotely, without you needing frequent clinic visits.

Is it safe to have scans or use electronics?

Most Reveal models are MRI-conditional, meaning scans are possible under specific conditions. Your cardiology team will guide you on any restrictions or safety advice.