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Association of blood pressure and postural control in older adults with hypertension: an observational study

In: Comparative Exercise Physiology
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P. Sharma Jamia Millia Islamia, 110025 New Delhi, India.

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S. Parveen Jamia Millia Islamia, 110025 New Delhi, India.

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S. Masood Jamia Millia Islamia, 110025 New Delhi, India.

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M.M. Noohu Jamia Millia Islamia, 110025 New Delhi, India.

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The study investigated the association of orthostatic hypotension (OH) with functional position change and balance in older adults with hypertension. The presence of OH was assessed with intermittent (OH intermittent) and continuous blood pressure (OH continuous) monitoring. The change in functional position was tested with sitting to standing assessment, balance performance using activity specific balance confidence scale (ABC), and timed up and go test (TUG). Testing unilateral and bilateral standing with and without altered sensory inputs was tested using the Humac balance system. ABC, TUG, and standing up time showed no significant association with OH intermittent and OH continuous. A significant association was found between bilateral standing with eyes closed on foam surface for overall stability index and OH intermittent. Older people with hypertension may be routinely examined for OH and appropriate intervention strategies should be included for comprehensive care.

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