Exercise Stress Test

What is an Exercise Stress Test?

During the test:

• You will walk on a treadmill, gradually increasing the intensity of exercise.
• Electrodes will be placed on your chest to monitor your heart’s electrical activity (ECG).
• Your blood pressure will be monitored regularly throughout the test.

Preparation:

Before the test, please:

• Avoid eating, smoking, or consuming caffeine for at least 3 hours.
• Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for exercise.

The exercise stress test helps assess:

• Your heart’s ability to tolerate increased workload.
• Presence of coronary artery disease.
• Effectiveness of your cardiac treatment plan.
• Overall cardiovascular fitness.

Benefits include:

• Early detection of coronary artery disease.
• Assessment of overall cardiovascular health.
• Guidance for treatment and exercise plans.

What are the risks of an exercise stress test?

While the exercise stress test is generally safe, there are some risks, including:

• Abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) during or after exercise.
• Chest pain or discomfort.
• Dizziness or fainting.
• Heart attack or other serious cardiac events (rare).

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