About TMT (Treadmill Test)

The Treadmill Test (TMT), also known as a Cardiac Stress Test or Exercise Stress Test, is a common and important test used to evaluate how the heart performs during physical activity.Since exercise makes the heart work harder and pump faster, a TMT helps doctors see how well the heart responds to stress and if there are any signs of coronary artery disease (CAD) or poor blood flow.

🔍 Purpose of TMT

Doctors recommend a TMT to:

Detect blockages or reduced blood supply to the heart.

Evaluate chest pain, breathlessness, or palpitations.

Assess heart rhythm and blood pressure changes during exercise.

Monitor recovery after a heart attack or heart surgery.

Determine fitness level before starting an exercise program.

Check the effectiveness of cardiac treatment or medication.

⚙️ How the Test is Done.

1.Preparation:

Electrodes are placed on your chest to record your heart’s electrical activity (ECG). Your blood pressure and heart rate are also monitored.

2.Exercise Phase:

You will walk on a treadmill that gradually increases speed and incline every few minutes. This helps simulate increasing levels of physical stress on your heart.

3.Monitoring:

Throughout the test, ECG readings, pulse rate, and blood pressure are recorded to check for any irregularities or discomfort.

4.Recovery:

After stopping the exercise, your heart activity is monitored until your pulse and blood pressure return to normal.