High Blood Pressure Monitors
Friday, September 15, 2006
Using a high blood pressure monitor at home can be very useful and can help you to feel more in control of your condition. It can also help you to understand more about your high blood pressure, what affects it and how it changes. It is not appropriate for everyone, however, and you should think carefully before buying a high blood pressure monitor. Is measuring at home likely to reassure or worry you? If you would like to monitor your blood pressure at home, you are likely to need the support of your doctor or nurse. Many will be supportive of their patients taking more control of their health, but some may be resistant. If this is the case, talk to your health professional about their reasons for concern, and try gentle persuasion and persistence! At the end of the day it is your decision, so use a high blood pressure monitor.