Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) records your blood pressure at regular intervals over a full 24-hour period. A small, portable monitor is fitted with a cuff around the upper arm and programmed to take readings while you go about your normal day and during sleep. You should carry on with usual activities, avoid heavy lifting, and return the device the next day. The continuous data provides a fuller picture than single clinic readings, helping detect white-coat effects, masked hypertension, and night-time blood pressure patterns. Results are reviewed and summarised for your GP.

ABPM offers clinical advantages by capturing blood pressure during normal daily activities and sleep. This full-day profile can identify patterns missed by single measurements, including elevated daytime readings, non-dipping nocturnal pressure, and white-coat or masked hypertension. With this information clinicians can make better-informed treatment choices, adjust medication timing, and confirm diagnoses. Our service provides clear interpretation and a concise report you can take to your GP. The monitor is lightweight and designed for comfort; most people tolerate overnight recordings well. ABPM adds valuable context to routine checks and improves management of hypertension.

Your appointment will include a brief clinical check, fitting of the cuff and monitor, and a demonstration on how the device works. The fitting usually takes 10–20 minutes. Wear loose clothing to allow easy cuff placement and keep a simple activity and symptom diary while monitored. Avoid showers or heavy physical activity that might dislodge the cuff. Return the device at the agreed time the following day so staff can download and process the data. We provide guidance throughout and will explain how results are communicated to you and your GP.