A carefully designed exercise program including both resistance training and endurance training has been shown to improve quality of life and reduce symptoms in people with POTS. Some physical maneuvers can help increase tolerance to standing, like squeezing a rubber ball, leg crossing and muscle tensing, and cooling the skin with a spray bottle or fan.[1][2]
Are there any other treatments for postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome?
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A carefully designed exercise program that includes resistance and endurance training can enhance quality of life and alleviate symptoms in people with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. Additionally, physical maneuvers such as squeezing a rubber ball, crossing legs, tensing muscles, and cooling the skin can help improve tolerance to standing.