BP Blood Pressure Cuff - Aneroid Sphygmomanometer
BP Blood Pressure Cuff - Aneroid Sphygmomanometer, Adult Size
Manufacturer: PrimaCare Medical
ADULT SIZE BLOOD PRESSURE CUFF. Instruction Pamphlet Included. Comes in a waterproof nylon zippered case
- Index and Range markings on cuff to ensure proper positioning
- BLUE or BLACK cuff includes convenient gauge holder
- No-pin stop manometer (Gauge) 300mmHg
- Air release valve can be released using one finger/thumb only
Inexpensive Cuff
Good for the price, but I would spend more if you are going to use it a lot.
Good piece of kit!
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R18MAXOM6Y8CRY A short look at the sphygmamometer, showing the dial function and me talking about performance/quality.
BP cuff
Gage did not work with 2 differant ones, i suggest buying a more expensize reliable one
Blood Pressure Cuff
This is a great standard basic blood pressure cuff. It is very good for home use and works perfectly. It also includes a small piece to make adjustments in the pressure dial if it goes out of the standard range and this is a nice tool to have available.
You get what you pay for...
Purchased this for nursing class. Did not receive the brand advertised (Primacare) instead received Dixie brand. Item comes unassembled with no assembly instructions. There is no artery placement as on most BP cuffs, so not good for someone who is learning. I had purchased this cuff because the uniform store near me had the Primacare cuffs for three times the price and thought I was going to receive the same brand and same cuff. However that did not happen and now I am left with something that is basically unusable. Very disappointed, but pretty sure I got what I paid for. Probably should have paid more (at the uniform store) to get the better cuff in the first place...
Lumiscope 1143 Automatic Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor
Lumiscope 1143 Automatic Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor
Manufacturer: Lumiscope
Buy with confidence!Fully-Automatic Low or High Blood Pressure Wrist Monitor Large LCD display Wrist Cuff (Included) fit
Lowest New Price: USD 24.95
- Automatic wrist blood pressure monitor with quick read
- 85 memory recall
- Auto shut off
- Large LCD display
- Easy fit cuff 5" - 9"
Model: 1143
Release Date: 2007-06-04
Waste of your money!
I tried many ways to be as accurate as possible but eventually took it too my dr.'s office for a comparison reading and it was waaay off! The nurse confirmed that they had no luck with accuracy with this kind of monitor.
MONITOR OF DEATH
THIS IS A PERFECT MONITOR FOR THE PERSON THAT WANTS A MONITOR THAT EITHER DOESN'T WORK OR CONSISTANTLY INACURATELY SHOWS YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE AT STROKE LEVELS. THE FIRST LUMISCOPE 1143 THAT WAS SENT TO ME WOULDN'T EVEN TURN ON WHEN NEW BATTERIES WERE IN THE DEVICE. I TESTED THE SECOND DEVICE OVER A THREE DAY PERIOD. IT CONSISTANTLY DELIVERED PRESSURE READINGS THAT WERE IN STROKE LEVEL. I CALLED MY DOCTOR AND HE HAD ME COME TO HIS OFFICE. HE TESTED ME USING HIS EQUIPMENT. IT SHOWED NORMAL READINGS. THEN WE USED THE LUMISCOPE. THE LUMISCOPE'S READING WAS STROKE LEVEL. HE RECOMENDED ONLY USEING ONLY MONITORS WITH CUFFS THAT FIT OVER THE UPPER ARM.
awful device, bought 10 and 8 were defective.
they all come with the internal pressure pipes broken, i needed to open everyone and seal the broken pipes so that the LCD panel wouldn't say error each time i wanted to make a test. hey you get what you pay for.
i dont know why amazon sell's this?
Poor item.
This blood pressure machine doesn't read off the correct measurement for the blood pressure. It is making it higher than it really is. I wish I hadn't purchased this item. I won't make this mistake again. I had to go purchase a name brand monitor to have a correct reading.
Lumiscope 1143, a great product!
The Lumiscope 1143 Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor is a very user friendly product. It has a memory that allows the user to save 100 blood pressure readings, which eliminates the need to keep a journal. The storage case is perfect for taking the device to the gym or carrying in a back pack. If you have the need to check your heart rate or blood pressure, I would highly suggest the Lumiscope 1143.
RESPeRATE Duo Blood Pressure Lowering Device
RESPeRATE Blood Pressure Lowering Device
Manufacturer: InterCure
RESPeRATE® is a portable electronic device that helps lower blood pressure naturally by enabling you to quickly harness the power of device-guided breathing. It uses your bodys natural tendency to follow external rhythms, interactively guiding you to effortlessly reduce your breathing rate to a therapeutic zone of less than 10 breaths per minute. It is the only medical device clinically proven to lower blood pressure through paced breathing therapy and is available for sale without a prescription (over-the-counter OTC). Results show patients reduce blood pressure by up to 36 points systolic and 20 points diastolic (top 10% reductions), with average reductions of 14/8 points. RESPeRATE has also been demonstrated to be effective in reducing blood pressure among type II diabetics and is cleared as a proven treatment for stress reduction. If you are looking for a non-drug way to achieve your goal blood pressure within weeks and with no side effects, RESPeRATE can help. RESPeRATE® SHIPS FAST USPS PRIORITY mail domestic, or INTERNATIONAL USPS PRIORITY mail. REBATE to Dec 31st.
Amazon.com Product Description:
Introducing RESPeRATE, the interactive breathing device used by thousands of men and woman nationwide to gain control over high blood pressure. Used for just 15 minutes a few times a week, RESPeRATE delivers a significant all-day blood pressure reduction.
The Power to Lower Blood Pressure
RESPeRATE is a portable, computerized electronic device that guides you through sessions of interactive, therapeutic breathing powerful enough to lower blood pressure.
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Simply listen to the melody through the headphones and synchronize your breathing to the tones. By prolonging the exhalation tone RESPeRATE guides you to slow your breathing and reach the "therapeutic zone" of less than 10 breaths per minute.
The physiological result? The muscles surrounding the small blood vessels in your body dilate, and relax. Blood is allowed to flow more freely, and pressure is directly, significantly lowered.
Breathing with RESPeRATE makes the difference
Scientific evidence has shown that structured therapeutic breathing, if performed without an effort or particular concentration, can significantly lower your blood pressure. However, these effortless therapeutic breathing sessions are difficult to perform on your own without years of training or continuous, individualized coaching. That is why RESPeRATE was developed.
To deliver effortless therapeutic breathing without any prior training, RESPeRATE utilizes a patented "Interactive Respiratory Pacing" technology, which ingeniously takes advantage of the body's natural tendency to follow external rhythms.
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Who Should Use RESPeRATE
Whether you are already taking anti-hypertension medication or still trying to lower blood pressure with diet and exercise, RESPeRATE might just be the tool you need.
Seven clinical trials repeatedly found RESPeRATE to be safe and effective for people with high blood pressure, either medicated or unmedicated, male or female, younger and older.
One particular study, published in American Journal of Hypertension, even found that RESPeRATE delivered significant blood pressure reductions for people who had uncontrolled blood pressure despite taking three or more medications at maximum dosage.
RESPeRATE Contents:
RESPeRATE device, respiration sensor, headphones, user manual, and 4 AA batteries.
Please Note: RESPeRATE should only be used as part of your overall health program for achieving blood pressure goals, as recommended by your doctor. RESPeRATE can be safely used in conjunction with medication and lifestyle modification such as diet and exercise.
Lowest New Price: USD 290.00
- Clinically proven to lower blood pressure within weeks
- A device, not a drug
- Doctor Recommended
- Has zero side effects other than relaxation
- Includes: RESPeRATE device, respiration sensor, headphones, user manual, and 4 AA batteries
Color: White
Model: RR-150
You may have a lot of trouble sticking with this product
While some reviewers appear to enjoy using this product and get good results, I wanted to balance these positive reviews with my own experience.
In my case, I tried using this for a couple of weeks, but the 15 minutes that you are supposed to use it came to seem like an eternity of boredom. I would sometimes check the time thinking that 15 minutes were up, but find I was only 3 minutes into the routine. You listen to a very repetitive tone sequence, which I found soon grated on my nerves. I doubt that it would help my blood pressure once I found it so annoying. It would probably be much better to just relax and listen to music that I enjoyed. In fact, the clinical studies of this device showed that listening to music (the control condition) accomplished a substantial fraction of the reduction of using this device.
So, this does seem to work for some, but you can probably judge your own personality as to whether you could enjoy listening to a repetitive tone sequence 3 times a week for the rest of your life.
I am giving this only 1 star as it cost a lot to find out this didn't work for me and there was no return policy after one month.
Amazing
I love this devise. I bought the duel machine so that it would keep track of both my boyfriend and myself. I am in my early 40's and he is in his late 30's. We are not over weight and we do exercise regularly. But still both of us had prehypertention/stage 1 hypertention. Within three days my blood pressure had gone down to normal levels! 3 days! The directions say it takes 3 to 4 weeks to see a difference but mine was much quicker. I started by using it every day to get in to the habit but now am using it 3 times a week as suggested. My boyfriend's progress has been slower but it also brought his blood pressure down within the first week.
You have to be willing to put in the time or it will not work. But wouldn't you rather put in 45 minutes a week than go on medication? The other great thing about the Resperate is that it is very relaxing to use. It's like taking a little time out of the day to simply relax. I think it's great for anxiety too. It just helps you to slow down and concentrate on your breath. I can't say enough good things about the resperate. I'm so happy I bought it.
Works as described for me
I had considered this product a number of times but sat on the fence because of the price. A recent increase in my BP, despite taking the usual steps to lower it, required an increase in my medication which stabilized but did not lower it. I made up my mind then to try RESPeRATE. After a month of daily use, my BP as well as my resting pulse rate have all lowered.
The machine is easy to use and requires only 15-20 minutes per session. I also find the routine to be meditative and relaxing. I recommend finding a quiet place to use it with no distractions or interruptions.
As far the price, however, they should have included the carry/storage bag. The earphones supplied are no better than the throw-away type airlines sell for . They could have been better quality. Also the built in storage compartment is barely adequate for the sensor, belt and wires.
Did nothing for me
This was a real waste of money, I started using it everyday in June '08, and kept using it all summer without a drop in my blood pressure AT ALL.
I read it had a one month return policy, but they recommended using it for at least 6 weeks....Go figure. I E-mailed their customer support and NEVER heard from them. So between the failure to lower my blood pressure and no response from Resperate..I think my blood pressure might have actually gone up a little.
Good, but not good enough
This may look like a great invention; it may have helped many, but I just can't see anything in it that is worth the price tag. There is nothing that this device can give you a 15-minute yoga session can't give. And, if you are too lazy to do yoga for 15 minutes, chances are that you are too lazy to use this device for 15 minutes. The price tag may force you to use it for 30 days, but after that you are stuck with it and it will probably end up under the bed along with all other "easy-storage" gadgets.
Negativity apart, it is actually a great invention. It does a good job in sensing your breathing pattern and forces you to stick to a pattern for 15 minutes after which it shuts off by itself. It guides you through a pattern with ascending and descending soothing musical notes. It is quite relaxing and you will find yourself yawning by the end of the 15 minute session. But, again, it is too pricey for what it does and it is not anywhere nearly good as simple yoga.
