Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor
Types of Blood Pressure Monitors for Home Use
There are three basic kinds of home blood pressure monitors. The aneroid monitor, digital monitor, and finger/wrist blood pressure monitor. Each one has advantages and disadvantages.
This monitor is considered older and has a cuff wrapping around the arm at the top. It has a stethoscope built-in usually and is easy to carry and less pricey than the digital ones.
The cuff can be difficult to put on if using the monitor alone, although some models utilize a special ring which makes it easier to put on by oneself. Aneroid monitors are also more susceptible to damage and may become inaccurate.
Hearing-impaired users have a hard time with this device due to the fact that you must be able to hear your heartbeat. Senior citizens with less hand strength may have difficulty squeezing the
Digital blood pressure monitors are the most popular type. They are easier to use alone, with the gauge and stethoscope in a single unit. The large digital numbers show clearly on the screen, making it easier for hearing-impaired folks.
Talking models are available for the vision-impaired. Some models are equipped with a paper printout to facilitate record-keeping. Cuff deflation is automatic, with inflation either automatic or manual, depending on the model.Digital monitors are more expensive, and some models require batteries, making them frustrating for some users.
Finger/wrist devices are not recommended by most medical practitioners. They are questionable, and are guite sensitive to body temperature and position. They are also high priced.More current models likely resolved these issues.