People do not always associate their discomfort, headaches, constant tinnitus with increased blood pressure, often attribute this to the effects of overwork, troubles at work or at home. If they feel unwell, they try to independently change the situation, forgetting to measure blood pressure.
With increasing age, pressure usually only increases. Blood vessels lose their elasticity, the lumens narrow and more and more effort is required to ensure the necessary blood flow, then blood pressure rises and some measures must be taken to stabilize it. At the same time, the need for periodic or continuous monitoring of blood pressure is growing.
What is it for?
Monitoring and diagnosis of blood pressure does not require complex devices, its indicators are easily detected during an ordinary medical examination. And if the necessary treatment is started in a timely manner, in most patients the blood pressure can be corrected. Everyone without a physical examination can reveal disturbing signs of hypertension.
- Almost constant headaches of varying degrees;
- Unexpected dizziness;
- Tachycardia;
- Frequent sweating, feeling of pulse in the head;
- Chills and anxiety;
- Swelling of the eyelids, flickering spots before the eyes;
- Frequent numbness of the fingers, morning puffiness of the face.
Signs appear periodically, but then they will become more frequent and the moment comes when a dangerous form of the disease is diagnosed. Do not wait for complications. Consult a doctor and strengthen BP self-monitoring.
Kinds
All types of smart bracelets serve one purpose - to monitor the state of human health in such a complex area as the cardiovascular system.Therefore, it is almost impossible to create one device that would solve all the control tasks in this system. Deep diagnosis and treatment is left to specialists. But preliminary control of some indicators with the help of smart bracelets is quite possible and for this purpose more and more advanced types of such devices are being created. Sometimes electronic bracelets are more accurate than stationary ones.
A modern tonometer bracelet records indicators that should be of interest to the attending physician. Modern bracelets, in addition to measuring blood pressure, can show body temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate and blood cholesterol. A system has been created that captures emergency situations with elderly people with disabilities, people with disabilities from childhood.
A bracelet for this category of people can immediately, through an alert system, alert relatives, guardianship authorities, and medical services. The device is worn by such people on the hand in the wrist area and the QMedic system provides round-the-clock communication between the elderly user and the guardian. The condition of an elderly patient is evaluated around the clock.
In case of emergency, the patient presses the SOS button. QMedic paramedics call the elderly patient on the speakerphone and, if necessary, call emergency services and notify family members. According to another program, if there are no signals from the patient for some time, then emergency assistance and a guardian warning system also work. Another program is designed for people with poor memory and not able to navigate in urban or natural conditions.
A W / me2 bracelet was created for measuring a cardiogram, its manufacturers claim that this cardiogram can be sent to doctors and use it to evaluate your health. But according to a cardiogram from 2 points, you can only determine the heart rate or its disorders. Therefore, in order not to create illusions, it is better to entrust the cardiogram to specialists.
A massive enthusiasm for jogging in the morning and evening in general can be useful, but everyone for himself must determine the boundaries of the possible. Do not chase personal records and independently increase the load. There is no need, as in sports, to be the fastest. Enough small loads under the control of primarily doctors and created numerous electronic devices.
An interesting and useful development of a fitness bracelet. It operates with a pressure and pulse sensor according to a specially developed program. All data on pressure, heart rate, distance traveled in kilometers are displayed on a PC or smartphone, as well as on the screen of this device. A fitness bracelet with a screen, in addition to visual signals, can report health information with an audio or vibration signal.
additional characteristics
Different companies add touch elements and convenient buttons for certain actions to their device control. The memory size of the devices is different, on average, the bracelet-tonometer records about 200 signals, they are synchronized and this allows you to analyze changes in blood pressure over a certain time. Some models display not only the usual numbers or candles on the display screens, all data can be displayed in a clear graphic form. The amount of accumulated information depends on the duration of the wear of the bracelets for measuring blood pressure and it is easier for doctors to give a more objective conclusion about the patient's well-being.
Fitness bracelets - devices that help control and measure heart rate, do not show negative effects on the body. It is an accessory well designed in a modern design and at the same time a device useful in many respects. Many models include a distance meter (pedometer), which makes it possible to objectively assess the level of physical activity during the day. Other applications can easily adjust the desired nutritional system based on calories burned.
Bracelets for measuring blood pressure can be bought at many good pharmacies. Following the fashion, you need not only to take care of the appearance of the bracelets, but also first consult with a dermatologist about round-the-clock wear of these devices on your hand, although manufacturers should take care of their effects on the skin first. In all catalogs, they claim that their product is environmentally friendly and complies with the norms and standards accepted in the world and Europe, in many ways this is true, but everyone must personally make sure that nothing will harm him.
Principle of operation
In these devices, the principle of measuring the pulse wave is laid at the heart of the work, which is recorded by the sensor and converts these signals into pressure units in a digital, columnar or graphical form using the programmed electronic circuit, showing blood pressure near the heart. According to the results of many years of practice and scientific research, the accuracy of blood pressure measurements using these devices reaches 98%.
The bracelet developers continue to improve them in order to reduce errors and filter extraneous signals and exclude the receipt of false signals about the state of blood pressure and the general condition of the patient. The more accurate the sensor, the more confidence in the correct readings. Sensors using the properties of piezoelectric fibers take into account that when wearing bracelets on a hand, the state of muscles, fluctuations during exercise, poor adhesion to the surface of the hand, abrasions and other external influences can affect accuracy.
There are many ways to do this, from stationary measurements to applying strictly individual measurements. One of the most convenient modern devices for controlling blood pressure is a bracelet. In order for the bracelet to give the correct testimony, you need to know its device, characteristics and application. A fully charged device works without recharging for 5 days.
There are models that help assess the depth of sleep, obtain data on the level of fatigue of the owner of the bracelet. Buying such devices is easy. The point is not the price, although the more expensive ones have a greater number of options, but to reliably measure the main indicator of the state of health - blood pressure BP. With such a beautiful and reliable bracelet on your hand, you can monitor your health indicators during any class. You can get a signal about overloads on the body in time and build a training program in the optimal mode.
Review of the best models
V07 Smart Wristband
The sensor of this bracelet operates on the principle of photoplethysmography. Changes in vessel size under the influence of arterial pulsation of the blood flow affect the magnitude and shape of the signal amplitude. The monitor controls the frequency of contractions of the heart muscle and, with deviations, signals vibration.
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Benefits:
- The presence of a monitor for blood pressure;
- Charging via USB;
- No need for charging cable;
- The option of measuring the distance traveled works;
- An opportunity to trace all results;
- All body parts and cuffs are made of TPU;
- Signal output: Android 4.4 / iOS 8.0 and others;
- 12 languages, including Russian.
- The smart bracelet CK11 measures the pulse, has a reliable heart rate sensor and a pedometer, measures pressure in motion and at rest.
- Makibes b15p monitors the magnitude and fullness of the pulse, displays the blood pressure data (static and dynamic) and cardiogram data from two points.
- The h2 omron polar blood pressure monitor is a good and lightweight device that can give a reliable blood pressure signal within 20 seconds.
- H09 - a good device made in China, the main options for heart rate and Hell. In addition, it works like a clock, controls the pulse, allergies and arrhythmias. The dial is round, there is a memory of calls, SMS. Sleep quality control, alarm function. Battery 100mAh for 4 days of work.
- Omron rs1
The Intellisense high-level blood pressure monitor provides a fairly objective signal about the state of heart rhythms. Measurements occur when pumping air into the cuff, this method is the most reliable for quick and reliable measurements.All data from the conductive fibers goes to the appropriate measuring center and, after transformations, they give blood pressure indicators and others to a display or sound generator.
How to choose?
When you have decided what we need and what funds you can spend on the purchase, go through the site directories of many trading organizations engaged in the implementation of such devices. Start with a warranty period for the products offered and the country of the trusted manufacturer. In many ways, the price of the device depends on the power of its power source and the quantity and quality of applications, the ability to synchronize with a PC and with smartphones based on Android or IOS, work like clocks and calendars, and connect with Bluetooth.
The bracelet must be equipped with a warning system that reports abnormal blood pressure indicators. The bracelet display should not deteriorate from exposure to sunlight and moisture, shockproof protection is provided. You can control the device using the sensor or buttons. Memory is usually calculated on 200 measurements, on them it is possible to make the report. The battery should last for 5-7 days.
It is advisable, acquiring these interesting and well-arranged self-monitoring devices, to pre-test several samples in order to understand which one is better to choose based on the specifics of your occupation, type of work, and sports hobbies. It is necessary that this complex and miniature medical device does not turn into a toy that distracts from serious affairs. We wish you health and success!