I sometimes get blood pressure readings above the upper limit of "normal" blood pressure of 140/80. Readings like 150/90. BUT this is only when my pulse rate is low (for me) - about 67 - 70. I am reasonably fit. If my pulse is about 85 - 90 after moderate exercise, my blood pressure is typically 135/85. Occasionally 120/79! I use a Microlife digital blood pressure meter and follow its instructions faithfully.
Is this a machine problem, or is it me??
Hi Ken,
I've interviewed two different physician's and asked them both to explain the connection between blood pressure and heart rate. Here are links to their answers:
Dr. Mark Houston - Blood Pressure and Heart Rate (~Question #4)
Dr. Cynthia Shelby-Lane - The Connection Between Blood Pressure and Heart Rate
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
7 Natural Ways to Lower Blood Pressure
i have the same problem and am looking for an answer , sure hate to have to get a pacemaker
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