Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood against the walls of the arteries. It is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) and consists of two measurements: systolic pressure (when the heart contracts and pushes blood into the arteries) and diastolic pressure (when the heart relaxes between beats).
Normal blood pressure in adults is generally considered to be 120/80 mmHg. However, values between 90/60 mmHg and 140/90 mmHg are considered normal for most people.
High blood pressure (hypertension) is when your blood pressure is consistently above 140/90 mmHg. Hypertension is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, such as coronary heart disease, heart failure, stroke, and kidney disease.
Low blood pressure (hypotension) is when your blood pressure is consistently below 90/60 mmHg. Hypotension can cause dizziness, fainting, and may be a sign of an underlying medical problem, such as dehydration, anemia, shock, heart or endocrine problems, among others.
The most accurate way to measure blood pressure is with a blood pressure monitor, which can be manual or automatic, and should be used by a trained healthcare professional. However, blood pressure apps can be used as a complementary tool for monitoring blood pressure.
If you are concerned about your blood pressure, it is important to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate measurement and proper diagnosis. Below are some apps that can help you measure your blood pressure.
BP Monitor
“BP Monitor” is a blood pressure measuring application available on Google Play Store for Android devices. Some features of the BP Monitor app include: Recording blood pressure measurements in a digital diary; Graphs to track blood pressure trends over time; Notifications to remind you to measure your blood pressure regularly; Ability to share measurements with your doctor; The option to add notes about lifestyle, diet, and physical activity that can affect your blood pressure.
Blood Pressure
This app allows users to record their blood pressure measurements and track them over time. Some features of the Blood Pressure app include: Ability to manually enter and record blood pressure measurements; Graphs to track blood pressure trends over time; Data analysis to identify any significant changes in blood pressure; Ability to add notes about medications or other factors that may affect blood pressure; Alarm settings to remind the user to measure their blood pressure regularly; Ability to export the measurement data to share with the doctor. To download
Welltory
“Welltory” is a health and wellness tracking app that can help you manage your blood pressure. The app is available for Android and iOS devices and offers features for tracking your heart rate, heart rate variability (HRV), and blood pressure.
Some features of the Welltory app include: Heart rate and HRV monitoring using the phone's camera to measure the pulse; Ability to manually record blood pressure measurements; Analysis of heart rate and HRV data to determine the user's stress and fatigue level; Personalized suggestions for breathing exercises and meditation to help reduce stress and control blood pressure; Ability to export measurement data to share with the doctor. Download for Android… and Download for IOS.