The Right Way to Position Your Arm for Accurate BP Readings
Some arm positions during blood pressure checks may lead to inaccurate readings, new study finds. Experts explain the ...
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Arm Position Affects Accuracy of Blood Pressure Readings
A new study from Johns Hopkins reveals that improper arm position during blood pressure checks can lead to inaccurate ...
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For an Accurate Blood Pressure Reading, Position Your Arm This Way
A new study finds that the way your arm is positioned during a blood pressure reading can skew measurements, sometimes ...
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Everyday Pain Relief: High Blood Pressure
That's especially true for people with high blood pressure. Many over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers can push your blood pressure higher. That can be dangerous. Since high blood pressure has no ...
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University of Michigan study links blood pressure to stroke risk
We know high blood pressure is linked to a higher risk of a host of cardiovascular problems -- one of which is stroke.
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Blood Pressure Readings May be Elevated by Arm Positions
When blood pressure readings are taken, people's arms are often unsupported. But that may be problematic. | Clinical And ...
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Common arm position for blood pressure measurement may cause inaccurate reading
An unsupported arm led to an overestimation of systolic pressure (the top ... follow best practices when checking their blood ...
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Want to reduce blood pressure? Try Tai Chi
Want to maintain good cardiovascular health? Then it is important to focus on your blood pressure, which is a vital indicator ...
This Common Mistake Could Be Inflating Your Blood Pressure, According to Johns Hopkins Doctors
Investigators suggest that not following arm support guidelines during blood pressure screening could have a substantial ...
Westfield Health Bulletin: Blood pressure reading may depend on how arm is held
Do you truly need that prescription for hypertension pills? A new study found an improperly positioned arm can lead to ...
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Common arm positions can substantially overestimate blood pressure readings, Johns Hopkins study finds
Researchers say their findings underscore the importance of adhering to clinical guidelines, which call for firm arm support ...