You're likely familiar with getting your blood pressure taken, the cuff squeezing your arm before generating two numbers. Yet this vital sign contains a third, lesser-known number that matters for ...
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Why talking during blood pressure tests could lead to inaccurate readings
Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO Key Takeaways Talking while getting your blood pressure (BP) checked can lead to a ...
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Why a doctor’s office isn’t always an ideal place to measure blood pressure—and what to do
Medically reviewed by Josephine Hessert, DO Key Takeaways Blood pressure readings at a medical office may be inaccurate or ...
You might want to arm yourself with this knowledge. The position of your arm could significantly increase your blood pressure readings, according to a study just published in JAMA Internal Medicine.
You’re likely familiar with getting your blood pressure taken, the cuff squeezing your arm before generating two numbers. Yet this vital sign contains a third, lesser-known number that matters for ...
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