A Guide to ECG Electrodes by Application

by Anna Dwyer

It may be hard to select the best fit electrode for your needs because of the sheer number of shapes, sizes, and gel types offered. Nissha Medical Technologies offers a large range of electrode considerations, ranging from general all-purpose ECG electrodes to more specific applications, such as Emergency Services or Long-Term Patient Monitoring, to help provide the best care for your patients.

ECG Electrodes by Use Case

ZBrand: General

Our most economical electrode, ZBrand ECG electrodes, are great for general patient monitoring solutions, while also remaining high in quality performance. These electrodes were designed to meet the requirements of the entire hospital. From compact designs for tight spaces to a choice between sold and wet gel, these ECG electrodes come in a range of shapes and sizes to best suit your patient’s needs.

For a high volume, sustainable, and generic patient monitoring solution choose ZBrand ECG Electrodes for quality performance.

PerformancePlus: Stress

Our Vermed PerformancePlus ECG electrodes are designed for stress and holter testing. Because the aggressive adhesive keeps electrodes in place on your patient, it reduces motion artifacts and repeat testing. These electrodes use high chloride wet gel, which means the gel hydrates the patient’s skin and produces fast, clear traces.

In critical diagnostic situations, like stress and holter testing, the PerformancePlus ECG electrode line ensures quality readings, zero artifacts, and no repeat procedures.

SilveRest: Resting ECG

Our Vermed SilveRest ECG electrodes set the industry standard in diagnostic electrodes. These electrodes produce fast, clear traces due to the superior silver/silver chloride technology, high chloride content, and wet gel. The excellent adhesion and clear traces mean no repeat testing.

To monitor patients during resting EKG and Echo Sound procedures, the SilveRest ECG electrodes line is the best fit.

EMS: Emergency

Our Vermed EMS ECG electrodes are designed for cases where every second counts. These electrodes are perfect for achieving fast, accurate readings due to the large, aggressive adhesive and high chloride wet gel. All of Nissha Medical Technologies’ Vermed electrodes use the highest quality materials and meet or exceed AAMI specifications for disposable ECG electrodes.

Select the EMS ECG electrodes line when time is crucial for your EMS and emergency service needs.

TenderTrode: Pediatrics

Our TenderTrode ECG electrodes are designed to keep your little ones safe and comfortable. The TenderTrode line represents a complete selection of electrodes for infant and pediatric use. Each electrode is made with gentle, hypoallergenic adhesives, and soft conforming materials. These electrodes are an economical 24-hour wear product. Our TenderTrode electrodes also come with a pre-wired version.

TenderTrode Plus

Our TenderTrode Plus line is full of pre-wired electrodes designed for the unique needs of the neonatal market. Instead of using aggressive tape adhesives, these electrodes use hydrocolloid to prevent irritation while providing long-term attachment. Our pre-wired TenderTrode Plus electrodes ensure up to a 5-day wear time, allowing for fewer electrode charges and saving nursing time and resources.

For every infant and pediatric application, such as Diagnostics, APNEA, and PICU, choose the TenderTrode ECG electrodes line.

SofTouch: Sensitive Skin

Our Vermed SofTouch ECG electrodes are designed for patients with sensitive skin. Components such as mildly aggressive adhesive and hypoallergenic breathable tape are perfect for patients who have had reactions to your primary electrode or for elderly patients. Our specially formulated wet gel also provides instantaneous readings, reducing prep-time.

Select the SofTouch ECG electrodes for patients with sensitive skin while performing cardiac monitoring and diagnostic procedures, especially in Cardiac Rehab, ICU, CCU, and Med-Surge departments.

Guardian: Long-Term

Our Vermed Guardian ECG monitoring electrodes are designed for long-term wear. The use of low chloride liquid gel and hypoallergenic adhesives reduce the possibility of irritation associated with long-term use. The universal snaps offer a high-quality silver/silver chloride sensor to produce clear traces.

For quality readings in all your critical monitoring procedures, specifically the ICU, CCU, and other long-term applications, choose Guardian ECG electrodes.

ClearScan: Imaging

Our radiolucent, MR Conditional electrodes for ECG monitoring are key to keeping your imaging free of obstruction. Our Vermed ClearScan ECG electrodes are designed with a carbon-filled plastic snap that will not interfere with your Nuclear Imaging Systems.

Choose the ClearScan ECG electrodes for use in the Cath Lab, EP, MRI, Radiology, or wherever imaging occurs.

VersaTrode: All-Purpose

Our Vermed VersaTrode disposable ECG electrodes are the ideal choice for all adult cardiac monitoring and diagnostic applications, such as stress test, long-term monitoring, short-term monitoring, or resting ECG. Our VersaTrode ECG electrodes come in a variety of materials, shapes, and sizes to fit your unique needs.

Select the VersaTrode ECG electrodes as your “House” electrode for everyday patient monitoring.