Computerised Tread Mill Testing

Clinic Procedures

Computerised Tread Mill Testing

Computerised Treadmill Testing (CTMT), often referred to as a Treadmill Stress Test or Exercise Stress Test, is a diagnostic procedure used to assess how well the heart functions under physical stress. It helps detect various heart conditions, especially coronary artery disease, by monitoring the heart’s response to exertion.

Here's an overview of how Computerised Tread Mill Testing works

Preparation: The patient is connected to an electrocardiogram (ECG) machine through electrodes placed on the chest to measure heart activity. A blood pressure cuff is placed on the arm to monitor blood pressure, and a pulse oximeter may be used to track oxygen levels in the blood.
Treadmill Exercise: The patient walks on a treadmill, which gradually increases in speed and incline, mimicking an increasingly strenuous exercise environment. This puts stress on the heart and increases the heart rate.
Monitoring: During the test, the ECG monitors the electrical activity of the heart, and the blood pressure and heart rate are recorded. The test is typically stopped if the patient experiences significant discomfort, abnormal heart rhythms, or if they reach a target heart rate.
Recovery: After the exercise, the patient continues to be monitored during the cool-down period as heart rate and blood pressure return to normal.

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Computerised Tread Mill Testing

Clinic Procedures

Computerised Tread Mill Testing

Here's an overview of how Computerised Tread Mill Testing works

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