Braun ExactFit 3 Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor (Clinically Accurate, for Home Use, with 2 Cuff Sizes, Colour-coded display, Easy Reading), BUA6150

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Digital blood pressure monitors feature a gauge, stethoscope and error indicator in one device. Some cuffs inflate automatically while others require the user to use a pump to inflate the cuff manually, temporarily cutting off blood flow to the arm. The cuff then automatically deflates, allowing blood to flow around the artery in the arm once again. The vibration of this blood flow is detected by the monitor, prompting it to record the systolic blood pressure reading. As it deflates further and these vibrations stop, the monitor records a diastolic blood pressure reading. These blood pressure readings are displayed on the device’s screen. Depending on the device, a color indicator may appear to show how the reading compares with normal blood pressure readings. How to Read a Blood Pressure Monitor

Blood pressure monitors display two numbers measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). The first number indicates systolic pressure (pressure applied against the artery walls when the heart squeezes) while the second number indicates diastolic pressure (pressure applied against the artery walls when the heart is filling between beats). For example, if your systolic pressure is 120 and your diastolic pressure is 80, this reading will be expressed as 120/80 mmHg. You’ll feel the cuff inflate quite rapidly. It may temporarily be a bit tender or uncomfortable for, as the cuff inflates and deflates automatically, but this will only be for a short period of time. If it is too tender/uncomfortable you can just press the ‘Stop’ button and the cuff will instantly deflate. Paying more for a blood pressure monitor often means you'll be treated to a wider range of features. Many 'premium' models can memorise your readings, date and time-stamp your readings or link wirelessly to your smartphone or tablet.What’s more, read and follow all product instructions when using an at-home blood pressure monitor to avoid unnecessary errors and inaccurate readings. Can At-Home Blood Pressure Monitors Give False Readings? Maintaining a relaxed composure and good posture can also help when taking a blood pressure reading, as can ensuring you’ve used the bathroom recently. Additionally, the American Heart Association notes that some fluctuation in blood pressure readings is normal. What Is the Most Accurate At-Home Blood Pressure Monitor? A blood pressure monitor won’t be helpful (and you probably won’t use it very often) if it doesn’t feel intuitive. Consider the way the monitor lays out information, where buttons are placed, how easy it is to place the cuff correctly on your arm and whether those details feel natural to you. Special Features Insurance doesn’t typically cover at-home blood pressure monitors, except for people in need of dialysis at home. However, some insurance providers may have special programs for people with hypertension, making these beneficiaries eligible to receive a blood pressure monitor for free. Speak with your insurance provider about what coverage they offer and to learn whether you qualify. Does Medicare Cover Blood Pressure Monitors?

User error can also impact accuracy significantly, so be sure to follow the product instructions exactly as they are written. Data StorageStergiou G, Alpert B, Mieke S, et al. A Universal Standard for the Validation of Blood Pressure Measuring Devices: Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation/European Society of Hypertension/International Organization for Standardization (AAMI/ESH/ISO) Collaboration Statement. J Hypertens. 2018;36(3):472–478. Display is another important factor, especially for older adults with vision impairments. Look for a blood pressure monitor device with a clear, simple and easy-to-read display screen to prevent misunderstanding your blood pressure readings. If your vision is highly compromised, some devices offer audio readouts as well. Usability

There are two main types of blood pressure monitors available for home use: aneroid (manual) blood pressure monitors and digital blood pressure monitors. What’s more, lots of monitors sync with smartphone apps that can then provide additional data storage outside of the device itself. If you’re tech savvy and like the idea of having your blood pressure information at your fingertips to share with your physician, consider a Bluetooth-compatible monitor with app-based data storage.But if you are a dab hand at Microsoft Excel, you could equally summarise your data with a spreadsheet or even using an old-fashioned pen and paper. Irregular heartbeat detector