The Claim
In adults aged 40 and older with systolic blood pressure between 130 and 179 mmHg, the use of antihypertensive medication is not associated with an increased risk of fracture, regardless of dementia status, despite higher rates of falls, hypotension, and syncope.
What the research says
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In older adults with high blood pressure, taking blood pressure medication does not increase the risk of breaking a bone, even though these medications may lead to more falls, low blood pressure, or fainting.
See the scientific wording
In adults aged 40 and older with systolic blood pressure between 130 and 179 mmHg, antihypertensive medication is not associated with an increased risk of fracture in individuals with or without dementia, despite higher risks of falls, hypotension, and syncope.
When blood pressure is lowered with medication, the body adjusts blood flow to keep bones and muscles supplied with oxygen and nutrients, and the nervous system stabilizes posture to prevent sudden drops that could cause falls or fractures.
What the research says
1 studyEven though lowering blood pressure too much can make older people dizzy or cause falls, this study found that it didn’t lead to more serious problems like fainting or hospitalizations — so it’s unlikely to cause more broken bones.
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