Over 70? The BEST Blood Pressure May Surprise You (REAL Numbers) | Senior Health

Описание: Are you working hard to keep your blood pressure as low as possible — yet still feeling dizzy or unsteady?

Standard targets like 120/80 have long been promoted for everyone. However, research involving adults 75 and older suggests that overly aggressive lowering may not benefit every senior equally.

With aging, arteries lose flexibility. When blood pressure drops too much, cerebral blood flow may decline, increasing the chance of lightheadedness and falls.

This video breaks down the science behind age-adjusted blood pressure ranges, the orthostatic hypotension pattern, and why individualized care matters in geriatric health.

You’ll understand:

• Why stiff arteries may require slightly higher pressure to maintain adequate brain circulation
• How sitting measurements can miss dangerous standing drops
• Research findings from major studies on intensive versus standard control
• The connection between blood pressure management, frailty, and fall risk
• The importance of reviewing treatment plans with your healthcare provider

📚 RESEARCH REFERENCES

Bavishi C, Bangalore S, Messerli FH. Outcomes of Intensive Blood Pressure Lowering in Older Hypertensive Patients. JAMA Internal Medicine. 2023;183(7):738–746.

Williamson JD, Supiano MA, Applegate WB, et al. Intensive vs Standard Blood Pressure Control in Adults ≥75 Years (SPRINT). JAMA. 2016;315(24):2673–2682.

Benetos A, Labat C, Rossignol P, et al. Blood Pressure Treatment and Mortality in Frail Older Adults. JAMA Internal Medicine. 2015;175(6):989–995.

Bromfield SG, Ngameni CA, Colantonio LD, et al. Blood Pressure, Polypharmacy, Frailty, and Fall Risk in Older Adults. Hypertension. 2017;70(2):259–266.

Mol A, Bui Hoang PTS, Sharmin S, et al. Orthostatic Hypotension and Falls in Older Adults: Meta-analysis. J Am Med Dir Assoc. 2019;20(5):589–597.

Clinical Guidelines:

American Geriatrics Society Expert Panel. Hypertension in Older Adults. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2020;68(6):1196–1204.

Whelton PK, Carey RM, Aronow WS, et al. 2017 ACC/AHA Hypertension Guideline. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2018;71(19):e127–e248.

Supporting Reference:

Supiano MA, Williamson JD. SPRINT and Geriatric Hypertension. Circulation. 2019;140(12):976–978.

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⚠️ MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
The material shared here is intended solely for educational and informational use. It is not meant to diagnose, treat, or replace individualized medical advice.
Blood pressure goals vary based on personal medical history and overall health.
Always speak with a qualified healthcare professional before adjusting medications or making changes to your treatment plan.