Prevention and treatment of orthostatic hypotension in the orthopedic patient population.

Orthostatic hypotension, a symptomatic drop in blood pressure on standing, can have detrimental effects for orthopedic patients in the postoperative period. It is essential for orthopedic practitioners to understand the causes, risk factors, treatment options, and prevention techniques for orthostatic hypotension. Copyright 2012, SLACK Incorporated.