Measuring your blood pressure at home
Home measurements give a more reliable picture of your blood pressure than a single reading at the clinic. The right technique matters.
You will need
- An upper-arm monitor
- A cuff of the right size
- A tracking sheet
Steps
Choose a reliable monitor
An upper-arm monitor is more reliable than a wrist monitor. The cuff size is chosen according to the circumference of your upper arm.
Rest before measuring
Sit correctly
Measure twice
Measure for a week
Record the results
Keep monitoring as agreed
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