Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood against artery walls. It is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) and consists of two measurements: systolic pressure (when the heart contracts and pushes blood through 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 values are 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 values are consistently below 90/60 mmHg. Hypotension can cause dizziness, fainting, and can 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 device, which can be manual or automatic, and should be used by a trained health professional. However, apps for measuring blood pressure can be used as a complementary tool to monitor 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 of the applications to measure pressure.
BP monitor
“BP Monitor” is an application for measuring blood pressure 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; Possibility to share measurements with the doctor; Option to add notes about lifestyle, food and physical activity that can affect 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 enter and record blood pressure measurements manually; Graphs to track blood pressure trends over time; Data analysis to identify any significant changes in blood pressure; Possibility to add notes about medications or other factors that can affect blood pressure; Alarm settings to remind user to measure their blood pressure regularly; Possibility to export measurement data to share with the doctor. For download
welltory
“Welltory” is a health and wellness monitoring app that can help control blood pressure. The app is available for Android and iOS devices and offers features to monitor heart rate, heart rate variability (HRV) and blood pressure.
Some features of the Welltory app include: Heart rate and HRV monitoring using your phone's camera to measure your pulse; Possibility to manually record blood pressure measurements; Analysis of heart rate and HRV data to determine the user's level of stress and fatigue; Personalized suggestions for breathing exercises and meditation to help reduce stress and control blood pressure; Possibility to export measurement data to share with the doctor. Download for Android… and Download for IOS.