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How is done heart ergometry at persons which are unable undergo this test on exercise bike and/or treadmill due to handicap their lower limbs?

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Dr. Connie Topliff answered

Specializes in Family Medicine, Board Certified

2 main options: Either exercise using the arms on a bike-pedal device, or more commonly, medications are used that simulate exercise effects on the heart, & heart response / ECG monitored, sometimes including echocardiogram. (chemical stress test or echo).

Dr Fisher agreed

Answered 2/29/2016

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I have had heart palpitations (premature heartbeat) usually once or twice day. I had a complete check up done (except treadmill) it was clear. Recently I've had a spectacular increase of palpitations (35 +) should I be worried? I'm very anxious.....

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How accurately can heart problems be ruled out when you have a stress test or a treadmill test?

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Has an enlarged heart, stress test abnormal Dr said wasn't enough info b/c I wasn't on treadmill long enough, HR increased to goal too quick. Means?

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I exercise on a treadmill 3-4 times a week, 2-4 miles of walking per day. Today, I used a heart rate monitor for the first time. Walking uphill between 2-2.5 miles an hour, 15 degrees elevation, brought my HR to 208. Is this dangerous?

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Heart ultrasound in the am what will this tell my dr? Is it different from a stress test in treadmill? Thanks

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