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Heart Stress Testing

Get Answers About Your Heart

Schedule a heart stress test if you have chest pain, shortness of breath, or heart risk factors. This simple test shows how your heart works when it’s under stress and helps guide the next step in your care.

What Does a Stress Test Show?

A stress test helps your care team understand:

  • How blood flows to your heart during activity
  • Whether parts of the heart aren’t getting enough oxygen
  • If chest pain, shortness of breath, or fatigue may be heart-related
  • How well your heart recovers after activity

These answers can help rule out serious problems or catch them early—when treatment works best.

Learn if Your Heart is Healthy

Check Your Heart Health

Types of Heart Stress Tests

Exercise Stress Test

You walk on a treadmill while your heart rate, rhythm, and blood pressure are monitored. The speed increases slowly so your care team can see how your heart responds.

Nuclear Stress Test

A nuclear stress test uses a small amount of imaging material to take pictures of blood flow to the heart—both at rest and during stress. This test gives a more detailed view and may be recommended if clearer images are needed.

Your provider will help choose the test that fits your symptoms and health needs.

When a Stress Test May Be Recommended

You may be asked to have a stress test if you:

  • Have chest discomfort, dizziness, or shortness of breath
  • Have a family history of heart disease
  • Live with high blood pressure, diabetes, or high cholesterol
  • Need heart clearance before surgery
  • Want reassurance about your heart health

You don’t need to know what’s wrong—just that something doesn’t feel right.

What to Expect on Test Day

  • The test usually lasts 30–60 minutes
  • You’ll be monitored the entire time
  • Your care team explains each step as it happens
  • Most people return to normal activity the same day

Comfort, safety, and clear communication come first.

Take the Next Step

If you’re worried about your heart—or want clear answers—help is available. Schedule a heart stress test today or talk with a provider about what’s right for you. Care is close, personal, and focused on helping you move forward with confidence.