Omron HEM 637 Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor with Advanced Positioning Sensor

Editorial Review
Not only does the HEM-637 Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor utilize Omron's patented IntelliSense technology, but it also features the innovative Advanced Positioning Sensor (APS). With the APS system, this wrist unit will ensure correct cuff placement before your blood pressure is taken. The monitor is incredibly easy to use -- simply wrap the cuff around your wrist, press start, and let the APS system guide the cuff to the proper placement at heart level. In seconds, your blood pressure and pulse are displayed on the large digital screen. Proven time and time again, Omron's IntelliSense technology ensures accurate, clinically-proven, and comfortable readings. And with a 90 memory recall you can track your blood pressure and pulse progress as you work towards a healthier lifestyle.

The Omron HEM-637 delivers accurate, clinically-proven blood pressure readings in the comfort of your own home. View larger.

To take an accurate reading, first place the cuff over your left wrist with your left thumb facing upwards.

Next, position the unit, leaving approximately 0.5-inches of space between the edge of the cuff and your palm.

When your wrist reaches the proper position in line with your heart, the monitor beeps and automatically starts.

Instructions for Wrist Blood Pressure Monitors
There are several easy steps to taking your blood pressure with this monitor. First of all, avoid eating, smoking, and exercising for at least 30 minutes before taking a measurement. Stress raises blood pressure, so avoid taking measurements during stressful times. Also, measurements should be taken in a quiet place. You should be in a relaxed, seated position with your feet flat on the floor. Before you take your measurement, rest comfortably in a relaxed environment for at least 15 minutes. Place the cuff over your left wrist with your left thumb facing upwards. Position the unit leaving approximately 0.5-inches of space between the edge of the cuff and your palm. Pull the cuff upward while holding the edge of the wrist cuff and wrap snugly. Make sure to lightly press the Velcro closure with your fingers so that it is fastened tightly.

Using your elbow as an axis point, slowly raise your left hand at an angle towards your right shoulder. Stop your movement when the heart mark is aligned with the arrow symbol. When your wrist reaches the proper position, the monitor beeps and automatically starts inflation and measurement. Hold your wrist at this position. Do not make any movements until the measurement results are displayed. Once the measurement is complete, the cuff will deflate and your blood pressure and pulse rate will display on the screen. If you need to stop the measurement at any time, simply press the on/off button and the monitor will immediately deflate. And remember, always consult your physician for specific information about your blood pressure.

What is IntelliSense?
The IntelliSense monitor inflates the cuff to the ideal level with each use -- you never have to make any adjustments to select an inflation level. This is especially convenient for hypertensive users and for people with certain arrhythmia or heart disorders because their blood pressure is so likely to fluctuate. The biggest advantage of using the IntelliSense technology is a personalized inflation, every time, for maximum comfort.

The Importance of Home Blood Pressure Monitoring
Doctors, diabetes educators, physician assistants, nurses, and other healthcare professionals all recommend home blood pressure monitoring for various reasons. Home monitoring provides your healthcare professionals with better information to understand and manage your high blood pressure. Many types of hypertension can only be detected by monitoring your blood pressure at home, including:

White-Coat Hypertension: blood pressure reading is high in your doctor's office but lower at home
Masked Hypertension: blood pressure reading is low in doctor's office but higher at home
Morning Hypertension: blood pressure reading is higher in the morning

Additionally, many factors can affect your blood pressure, including physical exertion, emotional fluctuations, medications, and stress. So having your blood pressure monitored at a pharmacy with an in-store device after you've been shopping or walking around might not provide you with the most accurate measurement. Monitoring your blood pressure at home allows you achieve a relaxed state more easily, and it gives you the flexibility to take your measurements at various times during the day. By keeping track of your home blood pressure readings, you can provide your healthcare professional with a log of your measurements over time. This can help them evaluate the effectiveness or need for medication.

What's in the Box
HEM-637 wrist blood pressure monitor, storage case, two AA batteries, and instruction manual.
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Customer Reviews

Blood pressure monitor

2008-06-16
I felt that this cuff was more accurate than other types of at-home monitors I have used. I sometimes have a hard time getting it in the exact position to start it, but I think it is more my fault than the monitor's. I would definitely recommend this.

Easy to use

2008-06-14
I've never needed to use a blood pressure monitor before so I was a bit unsure about it. Once I figured out the correct arm position, using this monitor is very easy. It keeps a log of readings that I can take in to my doctor. The readings are very consistent. I would definitely recommend this product.

Great Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor

2008-05-27
I had a few of these bought before, and this particular wrist blood pressure monitor works great. and it has a useful automatic system that helps you to place your wrist in the right position by your heart for high accuracy. for the price i paid it is a steal ($39.99).

Easy to use BUT............................

2008-05-26
Omron HEM-637 Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor with Advanced Positioning Sensor
The doctor told me my blood pressure was high and to purchase a bp monitor. After reading several reviews, I decided on this model. It had good consumer reviews and it seemed very easy to use compared to the arm cuff monitors. After purchase, I took it to my doctor's office and the nurse did my pressure and it was high on their equipment and lower by 20 points on this monitor. The doctor came in about 20 minutes later and retook it and he had the same results to. He said that I needed to get a Large Cuff monitor because I would get a much more accurate reading and it I could better control my blood pressure and my chance of stroke.

So as cool and easy as this model is to use, my health is more important and I am returning this WRIST MODEL and ordering a Large Cuff monitor

Merry-go-round

2008-05-25
The first one did not work so Amazon sent a second. The second did not work (meaning inaccurate readings) so contacted the manufactured who sent a call tag and then shiped it back saying it worked within specifications. If specs are 15-20 points off then they have a real screwed up product. Contacted Amazon and they took it back but with a 10% restock charge on a product that never really worked.

BP Monitor

2008-07-25
This product is great. I researched quite a few others before I bought this one. It is the best rated - and used by a lot of medical facilities. It's very easy to use and I got a great price off Amazon. One of the people I work with had just bought a Walgreen's brand wrist monitor and paid the same I did for this one. This one has the positioning sensor, which assures you are getting accurate readings. LOVE IT

Very Pleased with the Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor

2008-07-23
This is very easy to use. I had Jim test it first since his b/p is pretty stable. It hit it just right. So we knew it was going to be accurate.

It's easy to use, I take my b/p every three days like my doctor has asked and keeping a record of it and my pulse to take in when I go back in three months.

We both recommend this product

stinky

2008-07-17
The blood pressure cuff smelled bad when I took it out of the box; it had no batteries either.

Omron HEM-637 Wrist BP Monitor

2008-07-06
A friend had purchased an earlier version of the Omrom BP monitor. I used it and wanted one like it. The monitor has a few more features than the older model. It appears to 'read' BP accurately. I tested it against an arm band electronic BP monitor and the readings were quite similar. The 'memory' and graphing features are helpful. I'd recommend it.

Easy to use, consistent readings, but inaccurate

2008-06-22
This wrist BP monitor is easy to use, with clear digital readouts. Gives consistent readings but when compared with BP taken with a cuff and stethoscope at the Dr.'s office, the numbers were about 20 points high (both systolic and diastolic. Knowing that, I think is fine for monitoring change over time but if you need to actually know what your BP is, then this model isn't for you. Too bad there is no way to calibrate the monitor.