orthostatic hypotension

·August 7, 2020·4 min read

People Who Feel Dizzy When They Stand up May Have Higher Risk of Dementia

People who experience dizziness when standing face an increased risk of developing dementia, a new study reports. The increased risk appears to only apply to those who experience a drop in their systolic blood pressure. Those with systolic orthostatic hypotension were 40% more likely to develop dementia than those who did not suffer from the condition.

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·July 19, 2019·5 min read

Astronauts less likely to faint on Earth if they exercise in space: Findings may help others with fainting issues

Astronauts do not feel dizzy or faint during post-flight exercise, so long as they participate in certain types of exercise in space and receive IV fluids when they return to earth. The findings could have implications for people postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS).

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·July 30, 2018·4 min read

Feel Light Headed When Standing Up? You May Have a Greater Risk of Dementia

A new study reveals middle aged people who experience lightheadedness or dizziness upon standing, as a result of a sudden drop of blood pressure, may face a higher risk of developing dementia as they age.

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·February 19, 2018·4 min read

Electrical Implant Reduces ‘Invisible’ Symptoms of Man’s Spinal Cord Injury

Epidural stimulation has helped improve some of the 'hidden' effects, such as abnormal blood pressure and bladder dysfunction, in a patient with spinal cord injury.