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Measure blood pressure: measure correctly, understand values, find the right device

Measure your blood pressure at home more safely and consistently with clear instructions, practical positioning tips and direct recommendations for suitable visomat monitors.

Guide

Guides about measuring blood pressure

Find the right instructions quickly: from fitting the cuff correctly to upper-arm and wrist measurement and understanding your blood pressure values.

Person measuring blood pressure at home with an upper arm monitor
Blood pressure measurement tips 8 min read

Measure correctly

How to measure blood pressure correctly at home: preparation, sitting position, cuff placement, arm choice and measurement routine explained simply.

Measure blood pressure Blood pressure monitor Cuff
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Woman resting after exercise as a symbol for circulation and low blood pressure
Blood pressure knowledge 9 min read

Low blood pressure

What low blood pressure means, which symptoms are typical and how regular measurement helps you understand hypotension better.

Low blood pressure Hypotension Blood pressure values
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visomat blood pressure monitor displaying normal values
Blood pressure knowledge 7 min read

Normal blood pressure

Which values are considered normal, why regular checks matter and how to measure correctly at home.

Normal blood pressure Blood pressure values Blood pressure chart
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Man looking uncertain as a symbol for hidden high blood pressure
Blood pressure knowledge 10 min read

High blood pressure

High blood pressure often goes unnoticed. Learn which values are concerning, what risks exist and why regular measurement is important.

High blood pressure Hypertension Lower blood pressure
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visomat wrist blood pressure monitor as an alternative to upper-arm measurement
Using blood pressure monitors 7 min read

Upper arm or wrist?

Upper arm and wrist monitors compared: benefits, limitations, correct position and product recommendations for Switzerland.

Upper arm measurement Wrist measurement Device comparison
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Blood pressure monitor with readings and quality marks
Blood pressure knowledge 9 min read

Understand values

What do systolic and diastolic values mean? Which readings are elevated and when should you seek medical advice?

Blood pressure values Systolic Diastolic
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Advice situation around blood pressure monitors in Switzerland
Blood pressure measurement tips 6 min read

Avoid mistakes

Wrong cuff size, talking, crossed legs or too little rest: these mistakes can distort blood pressure readings.

Measurement mistakes Cuff size Measuring position
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Blood pressure diary with chart for entering personal readings
Blood pressure measurement tips 7 min read

Blood pressure chart

A blood pressure chart helps you document readings, pulse, time of day and special events clearly and recognise changes earlier.

Blood pressure chart Blood pressure log Blood pressure values
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Buying advice

Buy a blood pressure monitor in Switzerland

Anyone who checks blood pressure regularly at home needs a device that is easy to use, fits well and measures reliably. On visomat.ch you will find upper-arm monitors, wrist monitors and accessories for different cuff sizes.

This guide section answers key questions before buying: Which measuring position is correct? When is the best time to measure? What do systolic and diastolic values mean? And when is an upper-arm device more suitable than a wrist device?