NHS ABPM Home Blood Pressure Monitoring in Nottingham
A simple way to measure your blood pressure over a full day so results reflect normal daily life.
- Helps confirm whether readings are consistently high or just higher in appointments
- Builds a clearer picture using day and night measurements
- Supports informed next steps with your usual healthcare professional
- Reassurance from monitoring during normal routines
- Service type
- NHS service
- Cost
- NHS service
- Appointment length
- 15 minutes
- Delivered by
- Our pharmacy clinical team
Suitable for adults who need a fuller picture of blood pressure across day-to-day activities and sleep.
24-hour picture, not a single reading
The monitor takes regular measurements across the day and night to give a more representative overview.
More confidence in the result
Useful when home readings and occasional checks do not match, helping reduce uncertainty about what is happening.
Clear report to take away
You will receive the monitoring summary to share with your usual healthcare professional for follow-up.
What this service involves
You will be shown how the monitor fits and what to expect while you wear it for a full day and night. It will record blood pressure automatically while you go about normal activities, including sleep. You will return the monitor as arranged and leave with a clear summary of the results to share for next steps.
Fitting and set-up explained clearly
You will be guided through how it works, how it should feel, and how to keep it comfortable during the day.
Privacy respected throughout
The discussion and fitting are handled discreetly, with time to ask questions if you feel unsure.
What we provide
These are the key parts of the monitoring and the take-home information you will receive.
Appointment to fit the monitor
A short visit to fit the cuff and device securely and check it is working correctly.
Guidance for the 24 hours
Advice on daily activities, sleep, and what to do when the device inflates so you can keep to your normal routine.
Results summary for sharing
A straightforward report of the readings that you can pass on for review and follow-up.
Comfort and practical tips
Help to minimise disruption, including clothing suggestions and how to position your arm during measurements.
Who this service is for
This service is for people who have been asked to confirm blood pressure readings over 24 hours.
People asked to confirm readings
If you have been advised to have 24-hour monitoring to check whether blood pressure is consistently raised.
Those with variable readings
Helpful when readings differ between occasional checks, home measurements, or appointments.
Busy people who want real-life results
Ideal if you want measurements taken during normal routines, including work, commuting, and sleep.
What to bring and prepare
What should I wear or bring to my appointment?
Wear loose sleeves if you can, and bring a list of any regular medicines and any recent home blood pressure readings if you have them.