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Is There Any Other Method Available Other Than A Treadmill Stress Test?
I had a treadmill stress test today and was unable to finish. So now a different stress test has been ordered for next week. I assumed it would not involve a treadmill AGAIN but the nurse told me to wear walking shoes. Is there a stress test where I just walk rather than kill myself on the treadmill like I did today?
Wed, 9 Apr 2014
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Often, the initial test is influenced by anxiety
There are alternatives – which are inferior!
Your doctor may choose a pharmacological stress test
The treating doctor may suggest them depending on need, based on his assessment of the situation.
Take care
Wishing all well
God bless
Welcome to Health Care Magic
Often, the initial test is influenced by anxiety
There are alternatives – which are inferior!
Your doctor may choose a pharmacological stress test
The treating doctor may suggest them depending on need, based on his assessment of the situation.
Take care
Wishing all well
God bless
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