bigfoot
12-23-2002, 11:10 AM
I am concerned about getting accurate readings for blood pressure. The cuffs that come with blood pressure machines are too small. I lift weights they don't fit my biceps. Where can you find a larger cuff size as blood pressure needs to be monitored
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SamQKitty
12-24-2002, 01:09 AM
You may want to try a medical supply place. Or, call your local hospital and ask for the purchasing department; then ask them for some company names/contact info.
kfuchsel
12-27-2002, 08:22 AM
I have the same problem-you do need a bigger cuff or the readings will be high.
nux
01-15-2003, 11:38 AM
same here. I lift weights and although I'm not huge, biceps are much bigger than they would be if I didn't lift. Anyone know how far off the blood pressure readings will be using a normal cuff?
redtop50
02-09-2003, 06:12 AM
I have the omron and Walmart has the large cuff and it's only $9.95
lsm2000l
02-09-2003, 09:13 AM
if you can't find a cuff to fit your arm maybe the machines in the drug stores will work OK. You only need to measure it once a week. When you look for a blood pressure machine ask if you can try the cuff on. If it seems too tight maybe they can order you a bigger cuff. The only other thing I can suggest is investigating online for a bigger cuff. Use the search Google.com That's the best place for searching for anything