[graeme]

> This can be measured non-intrusively by measuring the Ankle-Brachial Pressure Index

Huh. Is this something one’s GP could do or does it require specialized training? The article says it’s unpopular at general practitioner’s offices.

[jpxw]

Most GPs (or at least all GPs I’ve ever visited) don’t have ultrasound machines.

However I imagine they’d be able to perform a simplified version, just measuring the BP at the arm and the ankle and dividing.

Presumably using the ultrasound just allows you to get a more precise reading.

[sradman]

You can do it at home with a standard blood pressure monitor with an arm (brachial) cuff but not a wrist one. Ask your GP.