Blood Pressure Monitor

Omron HEM 629 Auto Inflate Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor Review

This is overall a great product. I am an EMT-B and i use it every day. It is nice to have the hard case with it beacause it keeps it from getting damaged while bouncing around in the back of the ambulance. I have gotten inaccurate reading from this bp cuff on a few patients, but that’s not bad considering the volume of patients it has been used on without a problem.

Feature

• 21 memory recall with date and time stamp
• 2 “AAA” batteries included
• Clinically proven accuracy
• Carrying case included
• 5 year warranty

Overview
21 memory storage. Measures blood pressure and pulse from the wrist. Completely automatic inflation and deflation. Large easy-to-read digital display. Wrist circumference range approximately 5 1/4 to 7 3/4″. Carrying case included, and operates on 2″AAA” batteries (not included).
Specifications
Wrist blood pressure monitors are portable, accurate and simple to use. They provide a convenient choice for those who want a second unit for away from home or who have trouble placing a cuff on their arm. The Omron HEM-629 Auto Inflate Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor uses Omron’s patented IntelliSense technology, which inflates the wrist cuff to the ideal level with each use and offers fast, personalized, and automatic inflation for maximum comfort. No adjustments are required to select an inflation level–especially convenient for hypertensive users and for people with certain arrhythmia or heart disorders, because their blood pressure is more likely to fluctuate. And with the HEM -629’s 60-memory recall with date and time stamp, as well as averaging capabilities for the last three readings, you can track your blood pressure and pulse progress as your work towards a healthier lifestyle. You’ll have additional peace of mind knowing that the HEM-629 comes with a 5-year warranty.

Because the HEM-629 has a wrist cuff, it is particularly helpful if you have a larger than average sized arm. The monitor fits those with a wrist size of 5.25 to 8.5 inches, and it ensures easier and more comfortable use. Note, however, that a wrist monitor does require proper positioning of the device at the heart level. It is critical that when using a blood pressure monitor the cuff is the appropriate size and is properly applied. An ill-fitting cuff or an incorrectly-applied cuff can result in inaccurate readings. Consult your doctor or the included instructions for the proper application of the cuff.

What’s in the Box
HEM-629, 2 “AAA” batteries, carrying case, and user manual.

Compare Omron Wrist Blood Pressure Monitors
	HEM-629	HEM-650	HEM-670IT
Features	Easy one-touch operation	Advanced position sensor	Omron Health managment software
Clinically Proven Accurate
Intellisense
Advanced Diagnostics	60 memory Advanced averaging Date and time	APS Detects irregular heartbeat 90 memory Advanced averaging Date and time	APS Detects A.M. hypertension Detects irregular heartbeat Hypertension indicator 100 total memory TruRead Advanced averaging
Power	2 “AAA” (included)	2 “AAA” (included)	2 “AAA” (included)
Warranty	5 Year	5 Year	5 Year
Cuff/Cuff size	Wrist 5.25″ to 8.5″	Wrist 5.25″ to 8.5″	Wrist 5.25″ to 8.5″
Carrying/Storage Case
Omron Health Management Software

Q&A – Wrist Blood Pressure Monitors

What is Advanced Position Sensor (APS)?
APS ensures an accurate reading. Correct cuff positioning is critical when monitoring blood pressure. Only Omron Wrist Blood Pressure Monitors with APS have a unique positioning sensor that automatically confirms the cuff is level with the user’s heart. This helps ensure that each and every reading is accurate.
What is important to know about your Blood Pressure Monitor?
Blood pressure monitors with wrist cuffs are particularly helpful if you have a larger than average sized arm. The wrist cuff ensures easier and more comfortable use. The wrist cuff requires proper positioning at the heart level.

It is critical that when using a blood pressure monitor the cuff is the appropriate size and is properly applied. An ill-fitting cuff or an incorrectly-applied cuff can result in inaccurate readings. Consult your doctor or the instructions that came with your blood pressure monitor for the proper application of the cuff.

Sep 07, 2009 20:13:57