Measuring Your Blood Pressure and Pairing Your Device
Before Measurement
- Avoid caffeine, tea, alcohol, and tobacco for at least 30 minutes before measurement.
- Wait 30 minutes after exercising or bathing before measurement.
- Sit or lie down for at least 10 minutes before measurement.
- Do not measure when feeling anxious or tense.
- Take a 5-10 minute break between measurements. This break can be longer if necessary, depending on your physical conditions.
- Keep the records for your doctor as reference.
- Blood pressure varies between each arm. Always measure your blood pressure on the same arm.
Proper Measurement Position
- Sit down for at least 10 minutes before measuring.
- Place your elbow on a flat surface. Relax your hand with the palm facing up.
- Make sure the cuff is about the same height as the location of your heart.
Important
If the cuff is relatively lower (higher) than the heart, the obtained blood pressure value could be higher (lower) than the actual value. A 15 cm difference in height may result in an error around 10 mmHg.
