Orthostatic Hypotension
Conditions
Keywords
water, orthostatic hypotension, blood pressure
Brief summary
We will test the null hypothesis that there is no diurnal (morning to afternoon)variability in the blood pressure response to the ingestion of water 16 oz.
Detailed description
We will test the null hypothesis that there is no diurnal (morning to afternoon)variability in the blood pressure response to the ingestion of water 16 oz. This will involve having participants ingest 16 oz water rapidly in the morning and in the afternoon.
Interventions
water 16 fl oz in AM and repeat in late afternoon
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* orthostatic intolerance
Exclusion criteria
* pregnancy
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| blood pressure | 1 day | peak systolic blood pressure within 60 min of ingestion |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| heart rate | 1 day | heart rate at peak BP within 60 min of ingestion |
Countries
United States