Why Monitor Your Blood Pressure at Home?
Many people experience “White Coat Syndrome”, which is a temporary elevation of blood pressure during a visit at their physician’s office. Although only temporary, it can cause blood pressure to rise and give a false indication of a person’s true blood pressure.
Whether or not you experience “White Coat Syndrome”, home blood pressure monitoring provides:
1)The opportunity to supplement your physician’s office measurements.
2)An accurate indication of any change.
3)A record to assist your physician in evaluating your health and making important decisions.
4)Consistent, daily measurements of your blood pressure.
NOTE: The variations in your individual readings should only be interpreted by your physician or trained healthcare professional.
What Influences Blood Pressure?
Many factors such as genetics, age, sex, altitude, physical activity, anxiety, muscular development, certain medications or even the time of day can influence blood pressure. Influences such as sleep or relaxation decrease blood pressure, while anxiety or exercise increase blood pressure.
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