Orthostatic hypotension (OH) is associated with an increased risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, heart failure and neurocognitive disorders. In the elderly, OH is an independent predictor of falls and mortality. Non-drug treatments are used as the first-line treatments. Among non-drug treatments, compression of the lower limbs and abdominal compression have been shown to help reduce OH and associated symptoms. As these studies were solely based on ankle-to-thigh bandages, the effectiveness of other medical devices developed, such as compression socks and tights, needs to be evaluated. In addition, data comparing the efficacy and tolerability of several approaches, single or combined, of several levels of compression, provided by socks, tights and an abdominal belt are scarce. The HYPOFLEX study aims to provide new data to enable better management of OH.
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Compare the blood pressure reduction induced by supine/standing postural change in the absence and presence of lower limb compression.
Timeframe: 12 months