Get Fit, Get Tested: Unlock Your True Potential with Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing

Cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPET) It is a test of heart and lung function at the same time. Equipped with technology to measure the maximum rate of oxygen consumption of the body during physical activity (VO2 Max), can indicate in numbers the rate of heart and lung compression. Reports the maximum heart rate during exercise Maximum respiratory rate during complete exercise. The volume of air needed to breathe for maximum exercise. Accurately calculating Makes us more confident in exercise.

Maximum oxygen consumption OR VO2 Max It is the maximum rate of oxygen consumption by the body during physical activity. The value reflects the physical fitness of the tester at that time. It can be assessed by giving exercise. And measure the gases that the tester inhales and exhales, including VO2 Max value, also helps to know the response of the metabolic system, respiratory system, heart rate, heart rate zone and training plan, running speed and blood vessels to exercise. Also physically This means that the higher the value, the better. shows the physical fitness and only very strong

• amateur runner Prepared before running a big race and want to plan an adequate training
• People who exercise regularly
• professional athletes who want to design workouts to push their limits
• People who have not been physically active for a long time and want to get back into physical activity again
• Elderly, high-risk patients or have ever had heart failure
• People with respiratory and lung problems
• Obese people or those with a BMI greater than 23

The most common tests include running on a treadmill (Treadmill) or cycling (Stationary Bike Cycling), depending on the format chosen by the tester. Wearing a mask to measure the gas that the tester inhales and exhales. Wearing a chest strap to measure the heart rate. and attaching electrodes to measure the electrocardiogram (ECG 12 leads). The test lasts about 30 minutes and will be visited by a doctor to summarize the results of the test in about 30 minutes, divided into 4 phases as follows.

1. Stand still or stand still. Inhale and exhale normally. To assess normal conditions before exercise

2. Start walking or cycling gently. To warm up the body (Warm Up)

3. When to start testing The machine will adjust the exercise intensity according to the monitoring program. While the tester was walking or cycling, the heart rate will be recorded. ECG and the tester’s symptoms at all times

4. The subject will exercise until reaching the maximum effort. After reaching the maximum effort point The doctor will adjust the machine to slow down. The tester should still walk slowly or pedal slowly. until the machine stops The doctor will still record the ECG. Ready to measure blood pressure periodically for 3-5 minutes or more if any abnormalities are detected.

• Classify patients according to risk and prognosis, for example among patients with heart failure. Use to assess preparation before surgery.
• Used in conjunction with determining exercise programs for various patient groups such as DM, HT, DLP, CAD.
• Used to evaluate results after treatment.
• Used to measure exercise capacity Also known as Assess your fitness
• Used to diagnose disease To find the cause of tiredness or shortness of breath

examination Cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPET) It is an important test to evaluate the function of the heart and lungs. By measuring the VO2 Max values ​​that reflect the physical fitness of the body. Let you know your limits. so that you can exercise appropriately. Including planning to develop workouts to overcome your limits correctly and effectively fromCardiology Center, Phyathai Phahon Yothin Hospital Ready to provide assistance before, during and after the examination. Under the supervision of a ready and competent interdisciplinary team. From a doctor specialized in heart and blood vessels physiotherapist Doctor experienced in sports medicine and dieticians ready to provide assistance, advice and help in planning and designing appropriate exercise programs for each individual.