Comments on: What is a good brand for a blood pressure reader? Or does it matter?

By: EA

EA — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:11:48 +0000

Why buy from Ebay. I have the Omron HEM-712C digital blood pressure monitor, w/cuff for upper arm around $60 from Rite-Aid. Reads the pulse as well. Easy to use. Takes four batteries. The wrist type is not reliable.

By: Elmer F

Elmer F — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:29:44 +0000

Hi Edgar,
Omron tends to make good units. Any unit can be damaged, though. You should always check a BP monitor against the human ear (in a Doc’s office). They can go out of whack too. So, this should be done annually. Stay away from the wrist type units. They’re easier to put on, but less accurate. W/a little practice, your parents will be able to use theirs easily. A decent monitor will run you about $60. Good Luck.

By: beingsmartisrelative

beingsmartisrelative — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 02:29:38 +0000

I own a Walgreens blood pressure reader for the wrist. It works pretty well and I think it is a good buy. Don’t know exactly what brand you plan to purchase but I think that you will be OK with a store brand.

By: Shana K

Shana K — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:07:07 +0000

My dad is in the same boat. Use OMRON. It is awesome because it holds the memory of your previous blood pressure readings so you can monitor it. Its very simple and fast. Hope that helps!