1. relating to or caused by an upright posture of the body
Usage: medical

Examples

• The patient experienced orthostatic hypotension when standing up quickly.
• Orthostatic changes in blood pressure are common in elderly patients.
• The doctor tested for orthostatic intolerance by measuring vital signs in different positions.
• Dehydration can worsen orthostatic symptoms.
• The nurse recorded orthostatic vital signs before and after the patient stood up.
• Orthostatic dizziness may indicate an underlying cardiovascular condition.