The exercise stress test, or exercise stress test, is a cardiac test that helps doctors determine how well a patient’s heart is working during physical activity, which helps diagnose coronary artery disease. The exercise test is performed on a rolling mat while the patient is connected to electrodes so that an electrocardiogram of heart activity is available. During the test, the doctor gradually increases the degree of difficulty by increasing the inclination and speed of the mat, while constantly monitoring the subject’s heart rate and blood pressure.
The stress test is indicated in cases where there is a family predisposition, when there are complaints such as dizziness, palpitations, shortness of breath, arrhythmias, etc. and to check suitability for sports programmes. The procedure is painless and usually takes 15 minutes. The result of the test is given immediately to the examinee and depending on the findings, further tests may be needed.