Sunday, September 20, 2009 curious asks

Q: Is the ankle an accurate method of checking blood pressure?

A friend is getting dialysis. Her arms hurt so they used her ankle to monitor her blood pressure. Is the ankle accurate? Can we use the home blood pressure kit on her ankle to check her blood pressure?

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Answers (2)

Lisa Nelson, Health Pro

9/21/09 4:25pm

Hi Curious,

The ankle is obviously not the standard protocol for monitoring blood pressure, but it is an option. I recommend discussing with her physician/nurse so you can be instructed on the correct way to take an ankle measurement if you'd prefer to use her ankle.

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

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