Exercise
Arterial Segmental
What
is an exercise arterial segmental?
The exercise
arterial segmental, is a test used to evaluate the circulation in your feet after you exercise,
which involves you walking on a treadmill. A blood pressure cuff will be placed around both ankles
and both arms. Before you exercise, your blood pressure will be recorded where
the cuffs are located. The cuffs will then be removed and you will exercise on the
treadmill. Immediately following the exercise, the blood pressure cuffs will be
reapplied and your blood pressure will be recorded for the next five minutes. Based on
the results of this test, further testing may be ordered to locate the exact
area where the blockage may be.
Any
special preparation?
There are not
any special preparations. However, you will need to wear comfortable clothes to exercise in. The test will take approximately 45
minutes.
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