Blood Pressure, Heart Rate and Waist to Hip Ratio
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Blood pressure, heart rate and waist-to-hip ratio are quick, simple tests that give helpful insight into your heart health. They help identify risks like high blood pressure, irregular heart rate or unhealthy fat distribution linked to heart disease or diabetes.
These fundamental health measurements provide valuable baseline information about cardiovascular risk factors and overall health status in just minutes.
Blood pressure, heart rate, and waist-to-hip ratio tests are simple but important measures of overall health. A blood pressure test will check the force of blood against your artery walls, and can reveal the presence of hypertension or heart disease. A heart rate test measures how often your heart beats in a minute; abnormal rates may indicate underlying issues. The waist-to-hip ratio assesses body fat distribution by comparing your waist and hip measurements. A higher ratio may signal increased risk of conditions like heart disease or diabetes. Together, these tests provide valuable insight into cardiovascular health.
Your blood pressure is measured by using a flexible cuff that is placed around your upper arm. This inflates and deflates while listening for blood flow sounds. Heart rate is assessed by feeling the pulse at your wrist or neck, or using electronic monitors. The waist-to-hip ratio involves measuring your waist at its narrowest point, and hips at their widest point. The ratio of these numbers is calculated to assess fat distribution patterns.
Before Your Appointment: You must avoid caffeine, exercise, and smoking for 30 minutes before your blood pressure measurement. Try wearing comfortable, loose-fitting clothing so you can offer easy access to your upper arm. Empty your bladder before testing, as a full bladder can affect blood pressure readings.
During Your Appointment: You'll sit quietly for 5 minutes before the blood pressure measurement. The cuff will inflate around your arm - you may feel some pressure but no pain. Heart rate is checked by palpation or an electronic monitor. Waist and hip measurements are taken with a measuring tape while you stand.
After Your Appointment: Results are available immediately. Your healthcare provider will explain what the measurements mean for your health and discuss any recommendations for lifestyle changes or further testing if needed.
These tests are completely safe with no associated risks or complications. Blood pressure measurement may cause brief, mild discomfort from the cuff pressure, but this is not harmful. There are no contraindications to performing these simple, non-invasive measurements. The tests provide valuable information about cardiovascular health with no adverse effects.
No recovery is needed as these are completely non-invasive measurements. You can resume all normal activities immediately. The results can be a great source of motivation for making healthy lifestyle choices, including regular exercise, healthy eating, and weight management. Follow any specific recommendations provided by your healthcare team regarding lifestyle modifications or follow-up testing.
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Your healthcare journey in 4 easy steps
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Call us on Leeds 0113 2494655 or Sheffield 0114 7005811 or use our online booking form to send your enquiry and we will work to find a time that suits you
We Arrange Your Appointment
If you filled out our online booking form, one of our team will contact you within 2 hours with available appointment options. Once your appointment is booked, you will receive an email confirmation with all the details you need.
Attend Your Appointment
Attend your appointment at your chosen time with highly qualified clinicians. If your appointment requires a written report, this will be prepared and sent to you within 48 hours with the option to upgrade to 24 hours.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
If you need any further tests, treatment or follow-up, we will help arrange these for you. If you require a copy of your report or images, please let us know and we will send these promptly.
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