Observation of Specific Body Positions on Blood Pressure and Heart Rate / 中国康复理论与实践

ABSTRACT

@#Objective To explore the impact of different specific body positions on blood pressure and heart rate.Methods The blood pressure and heart rate of 178 healthy teachers and students was tested with BIOLIGHT M69 in different body positions.Results ①Blood pressure and heart rate were significantly higher in squatting position than in other three specific positions(sitting position, supine position, and standing position) (P<0.01). ②The blood pressure and heart rate were going up from standing position, and standing position with right arm lifting, to standing position with arm weight lifting positions (P<0.01). Conclusion The change of special body positions resulted in change of blood pressure and heart rate.