Body System: Sympathetic Nervous System

Medical news and research articles

Health

Why isometric exercises are so good for you

Exercise is great for improving heart health. But the thought of hitting the gym or going for a jog might put some people off from doing it. And, if you have a heart condition already, such dynamic exercises may not be safe ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Chronic kidney disease linked to key cardiovascular risk precursor

Overactivation of the sympathetic nervous system is a hallmark sign of chronic kidney disease (CKD) that increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. People with CKD often have impaired sympathetic baroreflex sensitivity—a ...

Cardiology

The rules for measuring blood pressure—and why they exist

The last time your blood pressure was measured, did you rush to the appointment while sipping coffee? Were you perched on an exam table with your legs dangling or your arm hanging? Were you chatting with a medical staff member ...

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