About a year ago, i went to the doc for check up. When the nurse put the BP device on my arm, i started feeling funny. Once it tightened up, so did my neck and chest. It now happens every time i have BP checked. Anyone else ever experienced this?
This happens quite often. Some people get super anxious when their bp is being checked. Causes it to rise . Next time, focus on your breathing. Take a long slow deep breath through your nose and blow out through your mouth slowly like you're blowing out a candle. Focus entirely on your breathing. What does the air feel like coming in and going out? Is it cold? Is it warm? What sounds does it make? This keeps you in the present moment and focused. Plus it can lower your bp.
LOL...I have the same problem. It's called "White Coat Syndrome" as every time I get my blood pressure checked..it's higher than normal. However, when I check it myself at home with a medically provided blood pressure monitor..it's normal.