IN-CLINIC ORTHOSTATIC MEASUREMENTS MAY HELP IDENTIFY nOH
Orthostatic measurements taken after a patient is supine for 5 minutes (sitting is an acceptable alternative) and after standing for 1 minute and 3 minutes may help identify neurogenic orthostatic hypotension (nOH).1-3 It is important to note that not all patients experience nOH symptoms immediately following a postural change. Patients may need assistance while orthostatic measurements are being taken, as a symptomatic episode may occur immediately or a few minutes after standing, and may increase the risk of falling.1,3-5