Avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, exercising, and bathing for 30 minutes and rest for 15 before starting the measurement. Avoid taking a measurement during stressful times. Take the measurement in a quiet place. From Omron, the number one recommended brand by cardiologists for home blood pressure monitors in Europe Bilo G, Sala O, Perego C, et al. Impact of cuff positioning on blood pressure measurement accuracy: may a specially designed cuff make a difference?. Hypertens Res. 2017;40(6):573–580. The Omron X3 Comfort is an electronic blood pressure monitor that allows users to measure their blood pressure at home. The device features a pre-formed Comfort Cuff that is designed to ensure accurate readings while providing a comfortable fit for the user's arm. Additionally, the device features Intelli Wrap Cuff technology, which is designed to prevent inaccurate readings by ensuring that the cuff is wrapped correctly around the arm.

Part of Omron’s latest range of upper arm home blood pressure monitors, the M3 Comfort has a new intuitive design that’s easy to use. The device can be used by two separate users + a guest and stores up to 60 readings per user. OMRON blood pressure monitors all come with a 3 year warranty from date of delivery. If you still have a copy of your receipt or invoice, we can service your monitor free of charge for 3 years from the date of delivery. Topouchian J. et al. Clinical accuracy of the Omron M3 Comfort and the Omron Evolv for self-blood pressure measurements in pregnancy and pre-eclampsia - validation according to the Universal Standard Protocol. Vasc Health Risk Manag. 2018 Aug 31;14:189-197. The Omron M3 Comfort blood pressure monitor makes it easy to get clinical accuracy from the comfort of your own home. Cuff wrap guide and body movement detection indicators help you to avoid common mistakes that can cause inaccurate blood pressure readingsThe cuff should be firmly secured but not too tight – just enough so that it is difficult to slide 2 fingers under the cuff. This space is imperative for an accurate reading. OMRON's digital Blood Pressure Monitors use the Oscillometric method of blood pressure measurement that detects your blood's movement through your brachial artery and converts this movement into a digital reading. It is important to ensure the arm cuff you are using with your monitor is the correct size for you. If the incorrect cuff is used the result may be an inaccurate reading and/or the cuff will be damaged (air bladder).

When the cuff is assembled correctly, the Velcro hook material will be on the outside of the cuff loop and the metal ring will not touch your skin. If the cuff is open, pass the end of the cuff furthest from the tubing through the metal ring to form a loop. The smooth cloth should be on the inside of the cuff loop.With all OMRON blood pressure monitors, the recommended time between calibration depends on the use of the product. If the monitor is being used in a home or personal environment, we recommend they are re-calibrated every 2 years. If the monitor is being used in a clinical environment such as a doctors surgery, we recommend that this is done annually to ensure the accuracy of the results. A brief note stating that your machine requires servicing & explaining the issues you are having with obtaining readings, if any. Additionally, the user's technique is very important for reliable measurement results. Listed below are some of the common reasons you may see an inconsistent or inaccurate reading: Relax your arm and place your elbow on the table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart. Turn the palm of your hand upward.

There are are several reasons why you may have inconsistent readings. Many factors exist that can cause a variation in blood pressure measurement values, for example, recent activities or even the time of day can alter the reading. Many types of hypertension can only be detected by monitoring your blood pressure at home, including:

The M3 Comfort can be used by two separate users + a guest and stores up to 60 blood pressure readings per user Omron’s unique Intelli Wrap Cuff takes away the hassle of cuff placement on the upper arm – giving accurate blood pressure measurements in any position around the upper arm Additionally, many factors can affect your blood pressure, including physical exertion, emotional fluctuations, medications and stress, so it is important to regularly monitor your blood pressure at home. Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Rest your arm on a table with your palm facing upward. The cuff should be level with your heart. Do not talk or move during the measurement.