According to the National Institute of Health, high blood pressure, or hypertension, impacts one in three Americans. With high blood pressure being such a frequent health concern, and in chronic cases can lead to heart disease and stroke, it is important to stay informed and know what you can do to combat potential risks. May is National Blood Pressure Month, and below we’ve shared three key facts to raise awareness!
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High Blood Pressure Impacts Americans of All Ages
Nearly 1 in 4 adults in the 20-44 years-old age bracket have high blood pressure. Even if you think you may not be at risk, we recommend regular check-ins with your doctor.
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Take Preventative Measures
There are many lifestyle changes that can be made to combat the common risk factors of developing high blood pressure. Some changes include:
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Regularly monitoring your blood pressure.
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Eating a well-balanced diet.
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Limiting sodium intake.
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Getting at least 150 minutes of physical activity per week.
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Limiting alcohol intake.
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High Blood Pressure Doesn’t Always Show Symptoms
It is common for high blood pressure to not show any symptoms for quite some time. That’s why it’s crucial to take preventative measures to lower your risk of developing high blood pressure and to monitor your blood pressure regularly.
So, how does physical therapy help?
Physical therapy exercises and treatment helps patients develop healthy habits of regular physical activity and fight a sedentary lifestyle. With a healthy daily routine, your heart will get stronger and be able to pump blood throughout your body more easily with less energy. In turn, this will help lower your blood pressure, and often reduce the need for any high blood pressure medications. Warm water in aquatic therapy can also increase blood supply to muscles and better circulation may lower blood pressure and reduce risk of heart disease.
Remember, each person is unique. Our licensed PTs will design a tailored program just for you. Give us a call or contact us here if you’d like to schedule an appointment with our staff. To learn more about the various conditions we can help with, visit https://lattimorept.com/conditions.
The Lattimore Physical Therapy & Sports Rehabilitation Network was founded by Physical Therapists John and Cindy Shuman in 1992. Since then Lattimore has grown to 28 locations in 5 different counties. What’s unique about Lattimore is our patient experience. We tailor your 1:1 treatment around your individual needs, conditions, and goals. With us, you’re more than just a number. You’re a member of our local community and we’re invested in your success. Call 1–888-PT ROCHS to experience The Lattimore Way!
