Can this model be set for use on the right wrist? I am unable to use any form of BP device on my left arm or wrist.
768010
Yes you can but it is a little awkward. I believe the instructions on how to do it are enclosed in the product.
1772477
I have another monitor that came with interchangeable cuffs. The cuffs from it work on iHealth so I believe you can do that. This is the future and a very good system. I wish my Group Health on-line message system would handle email from the system. it sends in out in text and cvc format that can be graphed. I have afib that needs motoring. It is intermittent and the drugs I use bring my pulse down to 40-50. I tolerate it but have cramps in my legs at times.
2042705
i tried using the arm strap, doesn't work well, not sure about the wrist strap
402961
I love mine. I've had it about three weeks. I position it on my left wrist with the digital screen facing me and top of the screen up on my thumb end. Be sure the monitor is directly on your pulse and then wrap the Velcro band as tight around your wrist as possible. Sit straight in a chair, raise your wrist slightly above your heart and press the button to start the monitor. It will get tighter around your wrist and remain still. In the end, you'll have your blood pressure reading and your resting heart rate.
2054227
I have to be honest I didn't find this machine to be that accurate with the cuff that came with the unit. I purchased this model to replace my older Omron unit and found out the old one was a more accurate unit. The best way for you to test is to take the device to your doctor and have them check your BP with their cuff and then with the machine. I will say I do like having the printer it works great and gives you a record you can take to your doctor.
756187
yes, i broke my right arm and could only use my left. It works perfectly with either hand.
224462
I can put mine on either shoulder, but use it for my right side, The strap goes around from back too front. the smaller velcro strap goes around arm to hold it in place. I wondered how in the world to you put this on at first also!
667505
Wrist monitors are too far from the heart for an accurate reading. Mine was showing at least 10 points higher than it actually was and it stopped working four days after i got it. I returned it and got the Omron upper arm cuff which was just as easy to use and matched the readings taken by my physician,
1322322
Try it on both wrists and when using it place your arm over your chest, press the button and then stay as still as you can--this should do the trick
1774927
I have not, but I think you may be disappointed with your results. My experiences continues to be that this devices is most accurate and reliable when your forearm is held in a position that keeps it parallel to the ground as when you are running or fast walking. When the forearm is held in another position its performance is highly suspect. I was sent a firmware upgrade in May of this year that helped a little but it still isn't ready for prime time in my opinion.
2038930
Yes! As per my doctor, the cuff has to be on the left wrist because of the location of the sensors. The position of the hand on the diagram printed on the cuff indicates that as well.
1787311
Just called and spoke with A&D makers of the Life Source 853 and the rep said it is designed for Medium and Large cuffs only. That if I needed a Small cuff I would need a different blood pressure monitor. I was hoping it took a Small. Darn, looks like I'm purchasing a new blood pressure monitor that takes a small cuff.
1189886
Absolutely YES. Ive had both my shoulders replaced and have allot of trouble with my hands and this is so easy to use. Very accurate as I tool it with me to my doctors office to compare with their BP cuff reading. This one is very accurate. So easy to use.
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Docs USED to say that about 5 years ago according to an NIH paper. However, the error was negligible and predictable. The result is all modern home units, wrist and arm, are equally compatible and accurate if used as indicated. Note that ALL Omron wrist units are considered to be solely for home use according to Omron. There's a slight variance in accuracy from professional units.In that taking a BP using the ausculatory method (read old style) is still pretty idiosyncratic, unless you're doing serious, time-critical cardio monitoring, you'll probably be just fine with the wrist units. Docs USED to say that about 5 years ago according to an NIH paper. However, the error was negligible and predictable. The result is all modern home units, wrist and arm, are equally compatible and accurate if used as indicated. Note that ALL Omron wrist units are considered to be solely for home use according to Omron. There's a slight variance in accuracy from professional units.In that taking a BP using the ausculatory method (read old style) is still pretty idiosyncratic, unless you're doing serious, time-critical cardio monitoring, you'll probably be just fine with the wrist... » Read More Docs USED to say that about 5 years ago according to an NIH paper. However, the error was negligible and predictable. The result is all modern home units, wrist and arm, are equally compatible and accurate if used as indicated. Note that ALL Omron wrist units are considered to be solely for home use according to Omron. There's a slight variance in accuracy from professional units.In that taking a BP using the ausculatory method (read old style) is still pretty idiosyncratic, unless you're doing serious, time-critical cardio monitoring, you'll probably be just fine with the wrist units. « Show Less
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Since I do not have a gel wrist support, I simply don't know. Plus what works for one person's "condition" might not work for another.
326176
I have MS and my right hand is 'just for show' now. We have had one for years (wore it out, found this question when I was buying the replacement). As long as he can steady/hold the bottle with something, he can use it.
1703997
The most accurate would be a manual arm cuff. As far as digital, I feel that the wrist and arm cuff are similar.