Blood Pressure & Cholesterol
The "A Healing Heart" Advantage
Hypertension and high cholesterol are often silent. Whether you are seeking early detection or struggling to hit your targets despite lifestyle changes, we provide clinical precision to protect your heart.
Where Are You In Your Journey?
Find the profile that best describes your current health status.
The Proactive
"I have a family history, or I haven't checked my numbers in a long time."
Early detection through high-sensitivity screening and cardiovascular risk stratification.
Newly Diagnosed
"I just found out my levels are high. I want to know if I need medication forever."
"Trial of Lifestyle" programs—optimizing diet before committing to chronic medication.
The Plateau
"I've changed my diet and I exercise, but my numbers won't budge."
Investigating metabolic resistance and refining clinical strategies.
The Managed
"I'm on medication, but I'm worried about side effects or future health."
Medication optimization—ensuring the lowest effective dose with highest protection.
Moving Beyond "Standard" Care
A blood pressure reading of 140/90 or a high LDL count is just a starting point. At A Healing Heart, we don't just "prescribe and dismiss." We look at the context of your life to create a sustainable plan.
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Lifestyle Synergy: We integrate personalized salt-reduction and stress management strategies directly into your clinical care, aiming to reduce or minimise medication dependency where possible.
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Medication Optimization: For those who tried lifestyle changes and still require treatment, we focus on finding the effective dose that provides the maximum cardiovascular protection with the fewest side effects.
Understanding Your Targets
*LDL Cholesterol targets are risk-adjusted by our physicians based on individual age and family history.
Is it "White-Coat" Hypertension?
Many patients experience a spike in blood pressure only when they are in a clinical setting due to anxiety. This is known as "White-Coat Hypertension".
When is it NOT just nerves?
White-coat syndrome is ruled out and clinical intervention is required if:
- Home Readings: Your average blood pressure at home remains consistently above 135/85 mmHg.
- Organ Stress: Lab tests show signs of kidney strain or vascular inflammation.
- Masked Hypertension: Your clinic readings are normal, but your home readings are high (this is actually higher risk than White-Coat).
The Diagnostic Bridge
We help you cross the gap between "one-off" high readings and a true clinical diagnosis using precise monitoring protocols.
Home vs. Clinic: Which is Real?
It is common for home readings to be Normal while clinic readings are High. This is often "White-Coat Hypertension," but it requires verification to ensure your heart is truly protected.
| Scenario | Meaning | The Action Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Home: < 135/85 Clinic: > 140/90 |
White-Coat Effect | Verify with 24-hour monitoring or vascular markers. |
| Home: > 135/85 Clinic: < 140/90 |
Masked Hypertension | High Risk. Requires immediate clinical management. |
How to Take Accurate Home Readings
To provide us with the best data, follow the "Rule of 3":
- Rest: Sit quietly for 5 minutes before pressing start.
- Position: Feet flat on floor, arm supported at heart level.
- Consistency: Take 2 readings in the morning and 2 in the evening for one week.
Take Control of Your Numbers
Don't wait for a symptom to appear. Join our preventive management program today.