Products - FAQ / Manual Blood Pressure Monitors
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How
do I know I am using the correct cuff size with my Omron
Blood Pressure Monitor?
We highly recommend, regardless of your weight, height
or physical body condition, you measure your arm circumference.
If your arm size is 7 to 9 inches you need the small
adult cuff, 9 to 13 inches is the standard size adult
cuff, and 13 to 17 inches is the large adult cuff. Each
model is approved for use with specified cuff sizes.
When the wrong cuff size is used you may get an inaccurate
reading at your first measurement, or after a short
period of use because the cuff bladder is damaged. |
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How
do I measure my arm circumference?
It’s easy to determine your correct cuff size
by measuring the circumference of your left arm with
a cloth tape measure. Place the tape measure in the
middle of your upper arm between your elbow and your
shoulder. If your arm size is 7 to 9 inches you need
the small adult cuff, 9 to 13 inches is the standard
size adult cuff, and 13 to 17 inches is the large adult
cuff. Each model is approved for use with specified
cuff sizes. |
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How
do you correctly apply the arm cuff?
First you will need to remove any tight-fitting clothing
from your left arm. Now you are ready to put your left
arm through the cuff loop. The bottom of the cuff should
be about one-half inch above your elbow. Turn your arm
so your palm is facing up. Adjust the cuff around your
arm so that the tubing runs down the center of your
arm. Secure the cuff so it stays in place. You should
be able to fit one finger between the cuff and your
arm. This space is very important. If you wrap the cuff
too loose or too tight you may get an inaccurate reading.
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