Electrocardiograph
Electrocardiograph
Electrocardiogram (ECG)Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is one of the most common tests for Exercise Stress Test (Treadmill)Exercise stress test is used to record continuously the Electrocardiograph duringa fixed set of exercises, usually walking on a motorized treadmill. The exercise lasts 6 to 12 minutes depending on the fitness of the person. When a person with heart problem exercises, the workload of the heart is increased, thus requiring additional supply of oxygen that may not be available. This activity could result in chest pain or an irregular heartbeat. The test should be terminated if the patient experiences severe chest pain, serious irregular heart rhythms, or abnormal change in blood pressure. Patients with severe anginal attacks, dangerous irregular heart rhythm, heart failure, uncontrolled high blood pressure, should not take the exercise stress test. |
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