Self-management may reduce blood pressure

Even people at significant risk for heart attacks and strokes can take an active role in reducing their own high blood pressure, by measuring it themselves and adjusting their medications, according to a new study from the UK.

Researchers found that patients who closely monitored their own blood pressure and medications, using detailed instructions from their doctors, lowered their readings more than patients who relied on their healthcare providers to take periodic readings and make medication changes.

Proactive patients who closely monitored their own blood pressure and medications, following instructions from their doctors, found that their readings improved, says expert. – Filepic