Blood pressure measurement

Blood pressure measurement is the process of determining the force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels. This is typically done using a sphygmomanometer, which includes an inflatable cuff to restrict blood flow and a manometer to measure the pressure, providing readings in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) as systolic over diastolic pressure. It is essential for monitoring cardiovascular health and is commonly used by healthcare professionals and individuals with hypertension or other heart-related conditions.