Product Review: Omron HEM-637 Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor

If you need to keep an eye on your blood pressure, then you should have a monitor in your home. Most monitors take readings from your upper arm, but the Omron HEM-637 takes your blood pressure using your wrist. Unlike many other wrist monitors, the machine will provide an accurate reading on a consistent basis.

The Omron HEM-637 blood pressure monitor features the company's patented IntelliSense technology. This technology is designed to inflate the cuff to the best level with each use of the machine. This means that you never have to make adjustments to the inflation level. The cuff is designed to fit wrists that measure between nine and 13 inches in circumference.

The Omron HEM-637 also features an advanced positioning sensor. This system will ensure that the cuff is correctly placed before the machine starts to take your blood pressure. With the system, all you have to do is wrap the cuff around your wrist, start the machine, and let the system guide you to the proper placement. When your wrist is in the appropriate position relative to your heart, the machine will beep and start taking your blood pressure automatically.

A large digital panel is used to display the accurate readings provided by the Omron HEM-637. The display shows your pulse and blood pressure, both systolic and diastolic. The Omron HEM-637 will keep track of your blood pressure history and display it using numbers or graphs.

The blood pressure monitor comes complete with a 90 memory recall. This allows you to track your history to see if you're living a healthier lifestyle. However, unlike some other monitors, the Omron HEM-637 is unable to transfer your history and information to a computer.

The Omron HEM-637 monitor also takes your blood pressure quickly as it works in mere seconds. It will also begin reading your blood pressure as soon as the cuff starts inflating. Other machines have to be completely inflated before they will begin reading your blood pressure. The machine is also extremely portable and is powered by two AA batteries. You won't have to buy them separately as they are provided in the package.