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My mom has nape pain due to high blood pressure. how do you lower bp on the spot? and is it okay to sleep when her bp is high?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Agree w Dr. Koch: There is an acupuncture protocol that can safely and quickly lower blood pressure. However, for lasting results look to appropriate medications, exercise, healthy weight, healthy nutrition, etc.

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/18/2014

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