High blood pressure usually has no symptoms. The only sure way to tell that you have it is to measure it with a device called a sphygmomanometer. It has a gauge and a rubber cuff that's placed ...

If you are dealing with elevated blood pressure and you are new to exercise (or out of practice), take a longer warm-up than you might otherwise, Mr. Bauer said. Spend at least 10 minutes at that ...

Many people may be surprised to learn the proper procedure for taking a blood pressure reading—because of how different it is from what happens during their doctor's appointments. Deviations ...

By Dani Blum It has become almost a cliché across doctor’s offices: One of the most trusted tools to lower blood pressure is to exercise. A jog or stroll around the block, experts consistently ...