Low cardiovascular risk
All measurements sit within the normal range for your age.
Re-test periodically to confirm the trend holds. Most clients re-measure every 6–12 months.
Arterial Health Assessment • Denver
Your heart works every second. Know how healthy it really is.
Most people have their blood pressure checked with a cuff on the upper arm and assume that number tells the whole story. The reading that matters most is the pressure inside your aorta — and the flexibility of the arteries carrying it. A 15–20 minute non-invasive assessment measures both using SphygmoCor pulse wave analysis, and you leave with your report in hand. Introductory price $59 (rising to $99).
Book AppointmentYour arteries play a vital role in your overall health. Understanding their condition gives you the power to act early and make informed decisions.
Central vs. Brachial Pressure
A standard blood pressure reading and the pressure your organs actually experience are related — but they are not the same number, and the gap between them is where the risk hides.
The Basics
Your arteries are built to flex with every heartbeat. Arterial stiffness is the gradual loss of that flexibility — and it changes how hard your heart has to work.
Arterial stiffness develops quietly. There is no symptom that tells you your arteries are becoming less flexible — it progresses for years before it produces an event. That is exactly why measuring it early is worth doing, and why a number you can track beats a number you never see.
The Technology
We use a SphygmoCor XCEL system — the industry standard for central arterial waveform analysis, deployed in more than 4,500 hospital, clinical, and research practices worldwide. The method, Pulse Wave Analysis, is backed by decades of research.
Each time your heart pumps, it generates a pressure wave that moves forward through your arteries and then reflects back toward the heart.
In flexible arteries the reflected wave returns slowly and gently. In stiffer arteries it travels back faster and arrives earlier, adding pressure the heart has to work against.
A standard arm cuff records your pressure waveform, and a validated transformation derives the waveform and pressure at the level of the heart.
From that single reading the system produces central pressure, pulse pressure, arterial stiffness indicators, and your cardiac oxygen balance.
You sit still with a cuff on your arm. That's the whole test.
All arteries stiffen over time — but not at the same rate. Vascular age describes how old your arteries behave, as opposed to how old you are. It is possible to be 52 with the arterial profile of someone considerably younger, and possible to be 40 with arteries aging faster than they should be.
Because every value in your report is compared against the normal range for your age, you find out not just what your numbers are, but whether they are where they should be for someone your age.
What's Measured
Seven measurements across cardiovascular load, arterial stiffness, and cardiac oxygen balance — each reported alongside the normal range for your age group.
Reference ranges derive from the ACCT trial, which collected pulse wave analysis measurements from 10,000 individuals.
How much pressure your cardiovascular system is handling.
The standard blood pressure measurement taken at the upper arm using a cuff. It reflects pressure in the peripheral arteries and is classified against AHA/ACC guidelines.
Your baseline, and the anchor for everything else
Pressure in the ascending aorta — the large artery leaving your heart. This is the pressure actually delivered to your brain, kidneys, and heart muscle, and it is a more direct indicator of cardiovascular risk than an arm reading.
Above 130 mmHg is associated with a three-fold increase in cardiovascular events
The difference between pressure when the heart contracts and when it relaxes. Because it is measured near the heart, it reflects pressure experienced by major organs.
Above 50 mmHg is associated with a two- to three-fold increase in risk
The extra pressure added by the reflected pressure wave on each beat — a direct measure of additional workload placed on the heart.
Each 10 mmHg increase is associated with roughly 30% higher event risk
How your arteries absorb and transmit pressure.
Healthy arteries expand and recoil with each heartbeat. As arteries become less flexible, they absorb pressure less effectively and increase the workload placed on the heart.
Augmentation pressure expressed as a proportion of pulse pressure. Higher values occur when arteries become stiffer and the reflected wave returns earlier.
Each 10% increase is associated with 35–40% higher risk
How much the pulse amplifies as it travels from the aorta out to the arm. Counter-intuitively, lower is worse here — less amplification suggests stiffer central arteries.
Below 130% is associated with a two- to three-fold increase in risk
How well the heart’s oxygen supply matches its workload.
The balance between oxygen supply to the heart muscle and the demand placed on it. Unlike the other measurements, a low value is the concerning direction.
Lower values indicate the heart is working harder for the oxygen it receives
Risk figures come from published outcome research, including a meta-analysis of 5,648 patients followed for four years and a 2024 pulse pressure amplification study of 5,204 patients over four years.
Your report sorts you into one of three categories — with a clear next step for each.
To be clear about what this assessment is: a risk-stratification and tracking tool, not a diagnosis. What it does well is surface elevated risk early, quantify it, and give you something objective to bring to a clinical conversation.
The Good News
This is not a fixed number you are stuck with — which is the main reason measuring it is worthwhile.
Included With Every Assessment
Access to the 28-day Arterial Wellness Program, developed in collaboration with CONNEQT Health and the American Heart Association, with daily tasks and education built around improving arterial health.
What is my arterial health score?
What is my vascular age?
How stiff are my arteries?
How good is my blood flow?
What are my cardiovascular risk indicators?
How is my heart health trending over time?
One flat rate, with the full report and your results review included — there is no separate analysis fee.
Introductory Offer
$59
A limited introductory rate, rising to $99 once the introductory period ends.
Vascular health is one dimension. Combining it with others turns a single reading into a picture.
Add the arterial assessment to any of these for $79 and get everything in one visit.
Related Outcomes
Personalized Results
Professional Guidance
Medical Grade Technology
Professional Review
Detailed Digital Report
Actionable Insights
Immediate Results
Science-Backed
Simple, comfortable, and fast — start to finish in 15–20 minutes.
This assessment is designed for anyone invested in their long-term health.
Adults 30+
Athletes
Weight Loss Journey
Preventive Health
High Blood Pressure
Diabetes
High Cholesterol
Heart Disease Family History
Busy Professionals
Longevity Enthusiasts
People with Stress
Proactive Health Monitoring
Anyone with borderline or elevated blood pressure who wants to understand what is happening centrally, not just in the arm
Adults over 40 establishing a cardiovascular baseline while there is still time to act on it
People with a family history of heart disease, stroke, or hypertension
Anyone with diabetes, obesity, or metabolic concerns, all of which contribute to arterial stiffening
Endurance athletes tracking cardiovascular health alongside performance metrics
Longevity-focused clients who already track body composition and fitness and want the vascular dimension
Anyone starting or adjusting blood pressure or cholesterol therapy who wants an objective before-and-after
A few simple steps to ensure accurate results.
Wear comfortable clothing with sleeves that push up easily
Arrive about 10 minutes early so you can rest before the measurement
Stay hydrated
Avoid strenuous exercise beforehand
Avoid caffeine on the day of your appointment — it temporarily affects vascular tone
Avoid nicotine on the day of your appointment, for the same reason
Follow staff instructions during the measurement
Exact preparation instructions will be confirmed when you book your appointment.
Introductory Offer
A limited introductory rate designed to help clients experience the new assessment — central pressure, arterial stiffness, and cardiac oxygen balance measurements in one visit. Rising to $99 once the introductory period ends.
$59
Book AppointmentArterial Health Assessment • Denver
Know how healthy your heart really is.
$59 introductory, 15–20 minutes, results before you leave. We're at 1143 Auraria Parkway #204, Denver, CO 80204, open seven days a week.
This assessment is for informational and wellness purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider with questions about your health.
Mon–Tue: 7:30 AM – 6 PM
Wed–Thu: 8:30 AM – 3 PM
Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat–Sun: 7:30 AM – 6 PM