Hmm, fair enough. It is possible to measure BP at the ankle (while lying down, legs flat), although it is usually higher. If you do want to test it yourself,

Hmm, fair enough. It is possible to measure BP at the ankle (while lying down, legs flat), although it is usually higher. If you do want to test it yourself, that's an option. Your doctor probably won't really want to bother but it's certainly worth asking if you think that would be more comfortable.