Prepped for Beach and Still Strapped for BP?

Get Out of That Beach Chair

Yikes! Stroke Risk!

A new study published in the journal Anesthesia and Analgesia warns that the beach chair position can put patients at risk for stroke if their blood pressure is borderline low. The study found that the beach chair position can cause the blood pressure in the brain to drop, which can lead to a stroke.

The beach chair position is often used during surgery because it is comfortable for the patient and allows for easy access to the patient's airway. However, the study found that this position can be dangerous for patients who have low blood pressure. The study authors recommend that patients who have low blood pressure should avoid the beach chair position during surgery.

If you are having surgery and you have low blood pressure, talk to your doctor about the risks of the beach chair position. Your doctor may recommend a different position that is safer for you.