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LAB TESTS Blood-pressure monitors Our latest tests found highly accurate self-test models F the Omron 10 series BP785, has a cuff or people with borderline or Fit. Using a cuff that’s the wrong size guide that is claimed to alert you if it has high blood pressure, home testcan result in a bad reading. Most models been positioned incorrectly. It worked ing is more important than ever. we tested have two cuffs or a one-size-fitswhen the cuff was apRecent research all. Make sure your choice fits well. plied loosely but faltered shows that an average of Accuracy. All of our recommended in our tests when the cuff several readings over time models were rated Excellent for accuracy. was placed in the wrong provides the most reliable Cost. The recommended models in the position on the arm. measurement. Home testRatings were priced from $46 to $130, but ing is essential for taking shop around. And check to see whether a multiple readings and can monitor is covered by insurance. How to choose actually be more accurate Ease of use. Make sure that the display Whether or not you than the results obtained on the monitor is easy to read and underwant a blood-pressure at a doctor’s office. stand and that the buttons are big enough. monitor that has highOur most recent tests The directions for applying the cuff and tech circuitry or fancy of 19 blood-pressure monioperating the monitor should be clear. features, you’ll need one tors found 13 that are worth Available features. An irregularthat at least measures recommending. heartbeat detector checks for arrhythmias your blood pressure acThirty-two staff memand other abnormalities. A risk-category curately and stores the bers, some who have high indicator tells you whether your blood readings. All of our blood pressure, assessed pressure is in the high range. Multiplerecommended models each model for comfort. user memory allows two or more users to performed well in our KEEP IT CLOSE For accuracy, Our testers compared the save readings. The data-averaging function tests, but to find the hold the wrist monitor near readings from those deallows you to take multiple readings and best monitor for you, your chest at heart level. vices with readings taken get an overall average. consider the following: with a mercury sphygmomanometer, often used in medical settings, to rate accuracy. They also timed c CR Best Buy d Recommended how long it took the numbers to register. Best choices from our tests of 19 models. Excellent Very good Good Fair Poor A sensory panel evaluated how easy it Brand & model Price Overall score Test results Features was to use each monitor. Several were Similar models, in small type, are comparable to tested model. rated Excellent for accuracy, including two wrist models, the first of that type that we’ve recommended. The newly tested wrist monitors from Omron and Rite Aid were just as accurate as the best arm models we tested and were generally more comfortable. They are attached to the wrist and then held against the chest at heart level. That placement appears to reduce errors, compared with other wrist models that are supposed to be held in front of you at heart level. Our tests also revealed some technological features, such as a built-in sensor in the Omron wrist monitor that prevents it from starting if it’s held incorrectly. And the iHealth Dock BP3 can interact with Apple mobile devices to store and chart your readings. But not all features work well. The top-rated arm monitor, 38 100 P | F | G | VG | E Average test time (sec.) Irregular-heartbeat detector Risk-category indicator Multiple-user memory Comes with two cuffs or one that fits most Data-averaging function Accuracy 0 Two accurate wrist models Convenience Comfort Rank Recommendation Select Ratings A ARM MONITORS Choose these for fit and accuracy. $ 80 89 N d 1 Omron 10 Series BP785 CVS Advanced Automatic BP3MV1-1ECVS 60 89 2 N d Microlife Deluxe Automatic BP3NA1-1X 70 88 3 N d 65 87 N d 4 Walgreens Deluxe WGNBPA-540 60 86 N d 5 Omron 5 Series BP742 N d 6 Rite Aid Deluxe Automatic BP3AR1-4DRITE 60 85 N c 7 d 8 ReliOn HEM-741CREL (Walmart) iHealth Dock BP3 LifeSource Advanced One Step UA-767PVL N N d 9 UA-767PV (Medium Cuff), UA-767PVS (Small Cuff) N d 10 Panasonic EW 3152 W N d 11 Panasonic EW 3109 W 46 82 100 81 60 81 130 80 60 79 B WRIST MONITORS These are portable and comfortable. N d 1 N d 2 Omron 7 Series BP652 Rite Aid Automatic RC210 60 95 50 86 6 6 4 35 6 6 4 45 6 6 " 50 6 6 " 45 6 4 4 35 6 4 " 45 6 " 4 35 6 " 4 35 6 " 4 40 6 4 " 40 6 " " 35 6 6 4 30 6 4 4 30 c on s um er r ep o rt s oc to be r 2 01 1 38-39 Blood pressure monitors 10-11.indd 38 8/11/11 2:49:30 PM From the Experts at Consumer Reports Test Your HEART SMARTS True or False: (Check your answers below) True False Overview 1. Everyone should have an exercise stress test for their heart N N All our recommended models scored Excellent for accuracy. Wrist models are generally more comfortable and smaller than arm-cuff models. If the monitor will be used by more than one person, choose models with multiple-user memory and a one-size-fits-all cuff. 2. Avocados are one of the best fruits for your heart N N 3. A simple test on your legs can help prevent a heart attack N N A1 Omron B1 Omron Best overall: A1 Omron $80 B1 Omron $60 A1, the top-rated arm cuff monitor, has a one-size-fits-all cuff that is rigid and easier to use, an irregular-heartbeat detector, multiple-user memory, and a TruRead mode that takes an average of three consecutive readings. B1, the top-rated wrist model and the highest-scoring model overall, has an irregular-heartbeat detector, multiple-user memory, and a positioning indicator that prevents it from taking a reading when it’s held incorrectly. Easy to use: A2 CVS $60 A3 Microlife $70 A10 Panasonic $130 A2 and A3 are top performers that have large buttons and displays. Both have risk-category indicators, and A3 also has software that allows you to download your readings to a computer. A10 allows the user to insert an arm and push a button to take a reading, similar to models available in drugstores or supermarkets, but its design limits arm size. Best value: A7 ReliOn $46 CR Best Buy This model has a large display and buttons and is the only CR Best Buy at $46. It has an irregular-heartbeat detector, a risk-category indicator, and multiple-user memory. The large cuff is sold separately. Good for techies: A8 iHealth $100 This monitor is controlled by the touch screen of an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. We tested it using the iPhone. Download a free app and plug in the device to take and save up to 9,999 readings that can be shared with medical providers. The iHealth dock was accurate but lost points on convenience because it requires another device. O ften, it’s the little-known facts like these that can make a huge difference in your life. That’s why you’ll want to read CONSUMER REPORTS ON HEALTH. It brings you objective facts to help you make smart decisions about your health. 1. No, most people can do without an exercise stress test. Experts say that it yields too many false-positive results, resulting in unnecessary treatments and anxiety. 2. Yes, avocados can be good for your heart because they contain certain vitamins that help reduce levels of artery-damaging homocysteine in your body. 3. And yes, if you have pain in your legs, you should be tested for peripheral artery disease—which makes you 5 to 7 times more likely than others to suffer a heart attack or stroke. Now It’s Easy to Separate Health Fact from Fiction For years, our editors have been helping smart readers like you to make the best decisions for their health—from nutrition and weight loss to prescription drugs… disease prevention… pain relief…and more. YOU’LL GET PRACTICAL HEALTH NEWS IN EVERY ISSUE… t “Good carbs” that help shed pounds t A blood-pressure diet that’s as strong as drugs t10-minute relief from “old-age stiffness” t Walk-enhancing tips to help you look and feel great t When food and drugs don’t mix t And much more! 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