Certain commonly used arm positions may result in inaccurately high blood pressure readings and lead to a misdiagnosis of ...

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can be managed through regular physical activity, maintaining a healthy ...

There’s a bias towards older people because doctors are concerned that they won’t do well on these lower blood pressures,” ...

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

People who have been diagnosed with high blood pressure may want to check again. That’s because many commonly used arm positions for blood pressure checks can lead to inaccurately high readings, ...

Blood pressure plays a pivotal role in the intricate machinery of the human body, as it is the force exerted by circulating ...

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

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

A new study found that having your arm in the wrong position during blood pressure checks — either at home or the doctor’s ...

A clinical trial found blood pressure readings were higher with the arm on the lap or along the side, compared with supported at heart height.

A new medical study suggests some people may have been wrongly told they have high blood pressure. Researchers have warned ...

A new study found that having your arm in the wrong position during blood pressure checks can result in readings 'markedly ...