High BP reading: Your arm position can affect your blood pressure reading, doctor explains the right way to measure BP
A recent study reveals that arm position significantly impacts blood pressure readings. Allowing the arm to hang freely can falsely elevate systolic and diastolic measurements, potentially leading to misdiagnosis and unnecessary medication. Cardiologist Dr. Evan Levine advises keeping the arm at heart level during measurement, emphasizing accurate technique for reliable results and appropriate treatment decisions.
A recent study reveals that arm position significantly impacts blood pressure readings. Allowing the arm to hang freely can falsely elevate systolic and diastolic measurements, potentially leading to misdiagnosis and unnecessary medication. Cardiologist Dr. Evan Levine advises keeping the arm at heart level during measurement, emphasizing accurate technique for reliable results and appropriate treatment decisions.
