Applying the Arm Cuff
Correct Measuring Posture
1. Remove all watches, jewellery, etc.
prior to attaching the wrist monitor.
Clothing sleeves should be rolled up
and the cuff should be wrapped on bare
skin for correct measurements.
2. Apply cuff to the left wrist with the
palm facing up as in Figure A.
3. Make sure the edge of the cuff is about
1 cm from the palm as in Figure B.
4. Fasten the velcro strap securely around
your wrist so there is no extra space
between the cuff and the wrist as in
Figure C. If the cuff is not wrapped
snugly enough (snug, not tight), the
measurement will be false.
5. If your physician has diagnosed you
with poor circulation in your left arm,
carefully place the cuff around your
right wrist as shown in Fig. D.
1. Place your elbow on a table so that the
cuff is at the same level as your heart.
2. If the cuff is not at the same level as
your heart, use a soft object such as a
folded towel to support your arm.
3. Turn your palm upwards, sit upright in
a chair, and take 5-6 deep breaths.
Avoid leaning back.
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Fig. A
Fig. B
Fig. C
Fig. D
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