DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I just read that the treadmill stress test is no longer recommended. What's the reasoning behind this? I've had the test before, and it seems like a good way to find heart problems.

A treadmill stress test highlights obstruction in the arteries; however, it does not draw attention to the vulnerable areas, according to Dr Kumar.

A neurologist explains how a normal treadmill stress test may not always rule out heart disease. Through a case study, he highlights that while the test detects certain blockages, it may miss plaque ...

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