Treadmill ergometer

Summary Information: Treadmill ergometer

Treadmill ergometer: A treadmill ergometer is a stationary running belt that measures certain vital signs (e.g. pulse) and exercise output (e.g. force exerted) of the individual for improved muscle strength and range of motion. A treadmill ergometer may be used during a physical therapy program, exercise program, or for personal use at home. A treadmill ergometer is also used for weight loss and to evaluate a patient with cardiovascular disease (e.g. stress test).

Diseases Related To Medical Device: Treadmill ergometer

These diseases are related to the medical device Treadmill ergometer:

• Obesity
• Morbid obesity
• Poor muscle strength
• Poor muscle coordination (see Coordination problems)
• Poor range of motion
• Stroke
• Brain injury
• Spine injury
• Partial paralysis (type of Paralysis)
• Neuromuscular disability (e.g. multiple sclerosis)
• Cardiovascular disease
• Congestive heart failure

Other Names For Treadmill ergometer

• Treadmill

Treadmill ergometer: Similar Related Devices

These other medical devices are related to Treadmill ergometer:

• Arm ergometer
• Cycle ergometer
• Treadmill ergometer

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