Orthostatic Hypotension Overview
Learn About Orthostatic Hypotension
Orthostatic hypotension is a drop in blood pressure that occurs when moving from a laying down (supine) position to a standing (upright) position. The word "orthostasis" means to stand up, so the condition is defined as low blood pressure (hypotension) that occurs upon standing.
Orthostatic hypotension has two forms that result from two main causes.
Orthostatic hypotension is a common condition that affects about 6 percent of the population. This condition is especially common in older adults, affecting at least 10 to 30 percent of people in this group.
Orthostatic hypotension is a complex condition and is usually not inherited. However, having a close relative with orthostatic hypotension likely increases a person's risk of developing the condition.
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Daniel Lazowick is a Geriatrics specialist and an Internal Medicine provider in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lazowick and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Orthostatic Hypotension. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Muir-Torre Syndrome, Hyperkeratosis Lenticularis Perstans, and Chronic Pancreatitis.
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Sean Curran is a Cardiologist in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Dr. Curran and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Orthostatic Hypotension. His top areas of expertise are Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy, High Cholesterol, Atrial Fibrillation, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
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Summary: The goal of this pilot clinical trial is to examine the safety and feasibility of SCONE as home based therapy for orthostatic hypotension and bowel dysfunction in individuals with spinal cord injury or multiple system atrophy. The main aims of the study are: * To establish a safe protocol for home-based transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation therapy at the research centre * To test the safety and ...
Published Date: March 01, 2019
Published By: National Institutes of Health