Dear 63, Everyone with high blood pressure (130/80 or higher) should have a home blood pressure monitor. Home monitoring can ...

The simplest way to measure your blood pressure at home is to use an automated cuff, which you can purchase online or at most drugstores. The American Heart Association recommends this method.

A new study found that about 17 million Americans don’t fit properly in the standard blood pressure cuffs that come with most at-home blood pressure devices. Using an ill-fitting cuff leads to ...

This common mistake could be skewing your blood pressure readings leading to misdiagnosis and unnecessary medication.

that you have the right cuff size, and that you are using it correctly. Also, some people may not be able to get accurate blood pressure readings because of certain illnesses or birth defects.

Use the bathroom beforehand Make sure to empty your bladder before using the blood pressure monitor. Having a full ... relax Find a chair that provides proper back support, and sit in it for ...