How to make a blood pressure log your doctor can read
Appointments are short. Instead of scrolling through dozens of readings on your phone, a one-page report with averages, a trend chart and a full table is far easier for your doctor to read. A good blood pressure log records the date and time, systolic and diastolic pressure, pulse, which arm you used and whether you had taken your medication.
What to record for every reading
| Field | Example | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Date and time (with year) | 2026-10-07 07:30 | Morning vs evening patterns, timing of medication |
| Systolic / diastolic | 128/82 | Categories and averages |
| Pulse | 71 | Context for medication effects or irregular rhythm |
| Arm and posture | Left arm, sitting | Comparing like with like |
| Medication and notes | Meds taken, headache | Linking symptoms and medication to numbers |
What makes a report easy to read
- Choose a period — usually since your last visit, or the last 1 to 4 weeks.
- Show averages as numbers: overall, plus morning and evening separately.
- Include one trend chart that separates systolic and diastolic.
- Attach the full table. Don't leave out the high readings.
- Save it as a PDF to print or email. Add a CSV if your clinic wants a spreadsheet.
Making the PDF in Cuffday
In Cuffday's Report screen, pick 7, 30 or 90 days or your own dates and create a PDF. It puts your averages (overall, morning and evening), a chart with a normal-range band and a full table of readings in one document. Share it by email or messaging, or print it. CSV export opens directly in Excel and Google Sheets. If a date or time was entered wrong, open the reading and fix it, so the report stays accurate.
This guide is general information, not a diagnosis or treatment plan. Talk to your doctor about your blood pressure goals and medication.
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