You may be trying to access this site from a secured browser on the server. Please enable scripts and reload this page.
Turn on more accessible mode
Turn off more accessible mode
Skip Ribbon Commands
Skip to main content
Turn off Animations
Turn on Animations
CTDetailNew
It looks like your browser does not have JavaScript enabled. Please turn on JavaScript and try again.
Appointment
Find a Condition or Treatment
Find a Doctor
Menu
MAIN
Back to Home
About Us
Corporate Profile
Clinical Governance
Newsroom
Locations & Operating Hours
Be a Volunteer
Contact Us
Patient Care
Conditions & Treatments
Medications
Our Services
Our Polyclinics
Medicine
Charges & Payment
Your Clinic Visit
Video Consultation
What you need to know
Health Buddy
Patient Education Resources
Research & Innovation
Signature Research Programmes
Our Researchers
Our Collaborators
Publications
SingHealth Research
Education & Training
Undergraduate Programme
Residency
Postgraduate Programme
PRIME
Calendar of Events
SingHealth Academy
Careers
Why Choose Us
Career Choices
Sponsorships
Scholarships
Job Opportunities
Contact Us
Giving
Why Give
Make A Gift
Conditions & Treatments
Back to Home
Conditions & Treatments
Medications
Our Services
Our Polyclinics
Back to Home
SHP-Bedok
SHP-Bukit Merah
SHP-Eunos
SHP-Marine Parade
SHP-Outram
SHP-Pasir Ris
SHP-Punggol
SHP-Sengkang
SHP-Tampines
SHP-Tampines North
Medicine
Charges & Payment
Your Clinic Visit
Back to Home
Before Your Visit
During Your Visit
Charges & Payment
After Your Visit
Video Consultation
What you need to know
Health Buddy
Patient Education Resources
Home
to skip to the main content on a page
to skip to the main content on a page
About Us
Back to Home
Corporate Profile
Our Vision and Mission
Our Doctors
Personal Data Protection Act
Whistle-Blowing Policy
Clinical Governance
Newsroom
News Release
News Articles
SHP POP!
Locations & Operating Hours
Polyclinic Locations & Operating Hours
Be a Volunteer
SHP Helping Hands
Contact Us
Give Feedback
Check Fake News
Patient Care
Back to Home
Conditions & Treatments
Conditions & Treatments
Medications
Our Services
Our Polyclinics
SHP-Bedok
SHP-Bukit Merah
SHP-Eunos
SHP-Marine Parade
SHP-Outram
SHP-Pasir Ris
SHP-Punggol
SHP-Sengkang
SHP-Tampines
SHP-Tampines North
Medicine
Charges & Payment
Your Clinic Visit
Before Your Visit
During Your Visit
Charges & Payment
After Your Visit
Video Consultation
What you need to know
Health Buddy
Patient Education Resources
Research & Innovation
Back to Home
Signature Research Programmes
Our Researchers
Our Collaborators
Publications
SingHealth Research
Education & Training
Back to Home
Undergraduate Programme
Residency
Postgraduate Programme
PRIME
Calendar of Events
SingHealth Academy
Careers
Back to Home
Why Choose Us
Benefits & Remuneration
Learning Opportunities
Career Choices
Management & Administration
Nursing
Allied Health Professionals
Ancillary
Medical
Dental
Sponsorships
Scholarships
Job Opportunities
Contact Us
Giving
Back to Home
Why Give
Make A Gift
Home
>
Patient Care
>
Conditions and Treatment
>
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET)
>
Other Information
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET)
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) - Symptoms
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) - How to prevent?
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) - Causes and Risk Factors
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) - Diagnosis
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) - Treatments
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) - Preparing for surgery
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) - Post-surgery care
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) - Other Information
Between the treadmill and bicycle Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test
Most people will be assigned to the treadmill CPET because the body’s response to this is most similar to our daily routine. For those with severe back or lower limb musculoskeletal issues, or unsteady gait problems, they will be assigned to the bicycle CPET instead.
For selected individuals like amateur and professional cyclists who want to measure their exercise response on bicycle stress or whose exercise workload is crucial for medical decision-making, a bicycle CPET will be performed. The following table shows the differences between a treadmill and bicycle CPET.
Bicycle CPET
Treadmill CPET
More accurate ECG and blood pressure measurements because there are less movement artefacts
ECG and blood pressure measurements might not be as accurate due to movement artefacts
Low risk of falls
Risk of falls
Suitable for a wide range of demographics and patient profiles
Might not be suitable for sedentary or elderly population
Quieter
Noisier
More controlled measurement of workload
Less controlled measurement of workload
Gradual and smoother increase in exercise stress levels during the test
Certain protocols may mean a significant jump in stress levels is required when changing stages
Display Entire Article +
Overview
Article contributed by
Department of Cardiology
The information provided is not intended as medical advice.
Terms of use
. Information provided by
Our Breast Team
Filter:
By designation or sub-specialty
By Designation:
By Sub-Specialty:
TOP
[]
Related Conditions
Related Medicine
Healthy Living Tips
by
View more
Discover articles,videos, and guides afrom Singhealth's resources across the web. These information are collated, making healthy living much easier for everyone.
Understanding Chest Pain
Super Foods Good for Your Heart
Exercises for Cardiac Patients (Sitting)
Exercises for Cardiac Patients (Standing)
×
SUBSCRIBE VIA EMAIL
Subscribe to our mailing list to get the updates to your email inbox...
Find a Doctor
Conditions & Treatments
Home
Appointments
E-services