“…Valsalva compromises venous return. 18,25,26 High-fiber diet is recommended • Exercise may cause hypotension due to vasodilatation and can be encouraged but needs to be individually tailored 6,[25][26][27] ; hydrostatic water pressure may be beneficial in swimming and pool exercises 6,20,25 • Resting in the morning and postprandially (about 60 minutes) when postural symptomatology usually worsens 6,25,26 • Two to 2.5 L of additional fluid daily with 10 g of salt daily 3,18 • Elastic compression stockings to thigh level, custom fitted to achieve 30-40 mm Hg counterpressure, worn only during the day 1,4,6,18,20 ; consider an abdominal binder 6 • Elevate head of bed 5-10° or 6-9 inches to reduce supine hypertension and morning exacerbation of postural symptoms due to pressure diuresis 3,4,18,20,25,26 • Avoid excessive environmental temperatures (hot showers and baths) 6,25,26 • Bedtime snack or alcohol vs. supine hypertension 18,19 ; avoiding drinking water within 1 hour of bedtime and midodrine within 4 hours of bedtime, also vs. supine hypertension 4,18,22 • One or two cups of coffee, especially with meals, to reduce postprandial exacerbations 18,20 ; licorice, 3 g daily 23 • Occupational and physical therapy for ambulatory assistance to permit rapid sitting; grab aids at home; home safety evaluation …”