Check your blood pressure regularly
IN the beginning, high blood pressure often does not cause any discomfort. That is why doctors often refer to it as the “silent killer”.
It is important to be familiar with your own blood pressure, especially if your family has a history of high blood pressure.
When measuring blood pressure, two values are always determined – the systolic and diastolic values.
Every day, our heart pumps around 8,000 litres of blood through the body – a peak performance necessary to provide our organs with oxygen and nutrients.
The pressure that results from the pumping of the heart to transport blood through the blood vessels is our blood pressure.
The maximum pressure during the contraction or pumping phase is called the systolic value.
The lower pressure during the filling phase of the heart is the diastolic value.
The blood pressure itself is stated in millimetres of mercury (= mmHg).
High blood pressure is medically defined as when blood pressure values of 140/90 mmHg or higher are measured by a doctor at least at two different times (practical measurement).
Even slightly elevated blood pressure increases the risk of secondary damage.
Everyone should therefore be familiar with their own blood pressure values.
It can be easily determined at home using a blood pressure monitor.
The most suitable devices are modern sphygmomanometers like the digital blood pressure devices, which are easy to use and measure blood pressure accurately.
The display is large and clear. The measured values are also stored automatically.
If the blood pressure is 135 to 85 or higher over several days, you should consult a doctor.
High blood pressure is already present if one of these two values exceeds this limit.
Even if there is only a slight increase of value, there are simple means that are often sufficient to lower the blood pressure.
The three pillars of long-term correct blood pressure are: a healthy diet, reducing stress and sufficient exercise.
Medisana blood pressure monitors
Medisana offers a wide range of blood pressure monitors with different features catering to different needs.
From the basic and userfriendly BU A50 and reliable MTP to the modern and sophisticated BU 530. Each gadget provides precise measurement, intuitive operation and large digits that are easy-to-read.
With Medisana’s simple operation features, what could be a tedious control measure will become a pleasant and easy task.
Medisana will be launching two new blood pressure monitors in autumn this year.
These expand upon the proven Connect series of the healthcare company from Neuss, Germany.
The upper-arm blood pressure monitors are not only easy to use but also provide very accurate measurement and data is available at any time, thanks to the Connect technology.
The measurement results can also be transferred to a mobile phone and even sent directly to the doctor.
The data is transferred via Bluetooth Smart (4.0) to the free VitaDock+ app. All the measurement results can also be displayed in clear graphics on the mobile phone. Each value can even be supplemented with comments.
The prices for the new monitors start at €24.95 (RM120).
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