Belly bands may boost blood pressure in standing patients

NCT ID NCT02429557

First seen Jan 12, 2026 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study looked at how pressing on the belly (abdominal compression) helps people with a condition that causes blood pressure to drop when they stand up. 21 adults with autonomic failure participated. The goal was to understand how this compression improves blood flow and standing tolerance, comparing it to a standard medication.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Vanderbilt University

    Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States

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