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Blood pressure measurement - automated vs manual method
Heart & Blood Health | Last Active: Apr 8 1:28pm | Replies (52)Comment receiving replies
Yes. I have exactly the same issue. I always let them know that I want them to use the manual cuff for accuracy. My pcp told me that I have a low heart rate and the auto cuff misreads and tries to compensate and thus the crush and pain that causes my BP to rise even higher. I'm glad to have an answer. I was very worried. I don't pay any attention to those who don't understand.
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Clarification: when I mentioned manual BP cuffs I am not talking about home cuffs. I am referring to the manual office cuffs
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@gravity3
Very interesting about your heart rate comment!
I’ll be 70 this year and I’m extremely fit, running three-four 5K’s each week.
My VO2 Max is 48 (top 5% for my age group).
My resting heart rate is 52 bpm. Based on your comment, that may be the reason my BP, with the automated cuff, runs 30 units higher than when done manually.
Thanks for the insight!!!