A sphygmomanometer measures blood pressure, specifically your systolic and diastolic blood pressure in the arteries.

Quick Scoop

  • It is the classic “blood pressure cuff” you see wrapped around the upper arm in clinics.
  • It tells how hard blood is pushing against artery walls when the heart beats (systolic) and when it relaxes (diastolic).
  • The reading helps doctors check for conditions like hypertension and monitor overall cardiovascular health.

In short: a sphygmomanometer is a blood pressure measuring device, not a heart rate, temperature, or oxygen monitor.

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A sphygmomanometer is a medical device that measures blood pressure, including systolic and diastolic values, helping assess heart and artery health and detect hypertension.

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