Positioning the Cuff
1.
Remove all accessories (watch, bracelet, etc.) from your left wrist. If your
physician has diagnosed you with poor circulation in your left wrist, use your
right wrist.
2.
Roll or push up your sleeve to expose the skin.
3.
Apply the cuff to your left wrist with your palm facing up.
4.
Position the edge of the cuff about 1-2 cm below the wrist.
5.
Fasten the wrist cuff around your wrist, leaving no extra room between the cuff
and your skin. If the cuff is too loose, the measurement will not be accurate.
6.
Patients with Hypertension:
The middle of the cuff should be at the level of the right atrium of the heart;
Before starting measurement, please sit comfortably with legs uncrossed, feet flat
on the floor, back and arm supported.
• Rest for 5 minutes before measuring.
• Wait at least 3 minutes between measurements. This allows your blood
circulation to recover.
• For a useful comparison, try to measure under similar conditions. For
example, take daily measurements at approximately the same time, on the same
wrist, or as directed by a physician.
