Medically reviewed by Dr Pinakin V Parekh, General & Interventional Cardiologist (MBBS (Singapore), MRCP (UK), GDFM (Singapore), FAMS (Singapore), FRCP (Glasgow)). Last Updated: 2026, 28 August
Founder & Medical Director of Trident Heart Centre
Dr Pinakin V Parekh is an interventional cardiologist in Singapore with over 20 years of experience in heart care. He specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of heaart diseases, including procedures such as angiogram and angioplasty.
A treadmill ECG stress test is a non-invasive procedure that checks how your heart responds to physical activity. While you walk or run on a treadmill, your heart rhythm, blood pressure, and electrical activity are closely monitored to detect any signs of heart strain or reduced blood flow.
Your doctor may recommend a treadmill stress test if you:
A treadmill stress test helps detect:
Before your treadmill stress test, it’s helpful to bring a few essentials to ensure the test goes smoothly:
A treadmill stress test is a fairly simple investigation process that requires minimal preparation and downtime.
Before your test, our cardiologist or nurse will guide you through:
A treadmill stress test is generally safe, but as with any exercise test, there is a small risk of:
Our team takes every precaution to ensure your safety, and the test is closely supervised by experienced staff.
Most treadmill stress tests take about 10 -15 minutes from start to finish (including preparation time)
It’s best to postpone if you’re feeling unwell, have a fever, or an active infection.
The speed and incline start gently and increase gradually, tailored to your fitness and heart condition.
You can slow down or stop at any time; the test is closely monitored to ensure your safety throughout.
Dr Pinakin uses current, evidence-based methods to carefully evaluate and treat heart conditions, helping you feel confident in your care.
Every patient is treated as an individual, with attention to your full health and lifestyle, not just the heart problem.
From assessment to treatment, screenings and procedures are conveniently coordinated in one place for a smoother, more reassuring experience.
