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Normal: If your reading is less than 120/80 mmHg, you're in the normal range. High BP: Readings that fall between 120-129 and ...

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Body position: Readings should be taken while the patient is seated with their back supported, feet flat on the floor, and arm supported at heart level. Sitting on an exam table without back support ...

An inaccurate reading due to poor arm position could lead to misdiagnosis of high blood pressure or unnecessary treatment. As ...

Recent research has shed light on a crucial factor affecting blood pressure readings: arm position during measurement.

A new study from Johns Hopkins reveals that improper arm position during blood pressure checks can lead to inaccurate ...

Do you truly need that prescription for hypertension pills? A new study found an improperly positioned arm can lead to ...

Researchers have found that improper arm positioning can affect the accuracy of blood pressure readings. The study is ...

Researchers say their findings underscore the importance of adhering to clinical guidelines, which call for firm arm support ...

People may end up misdiagnosed with high blood pressure simply because their arm is in the wrong position when a reading is ...