How to Select Home ECG Machine
By: Robert NamTotal Views: 190, Word Count: 594,
The handheld ECG machine is designed for the use in homes keeping in mind the health of the person, especially those suffering from cardiovascular diseases. These machines are universal in their ability of giving a printout, representing the electrical activity of the heart by being able to read the cardiac activity of the human heart. While ECG machines differ in style, their operation and set up and the standards for correct use remain the same. However, before using the machine you must know how to select home ECG machine.
Instructions in Selecting Home ECG Machine
Evaluate your Existing ECG Machine
If you have an existing ECG machine and you want to replace it with a new one, evaluate it first. Request a representative selling this machine to come and check it for you. If it’s not in the state of working, request him/her to show different options. Go with the machine which you think would suit your needs the best rather than just going by his/her suggestions.
Find the Product you Need by Shopping Around
Don’t always trust the local representative and allow yourself time to shop for an ECG machine. You can visit the health store and take help from the medical personnel to select a home ECG machine. Ask him about all the features of the model you need along with the cost and also the benefits. You can also browse through the internet in finding some best buy products.
Receiving Service by Purchasing on the Internet
You can purchase the ECG machine over the internet and you can avail the service from the dealer selling you the machine. The representative appointed by the ECG manufacturer would come to your house/office and demonstrate it in front of you. The manufacturer also handles all the service and warranty issues.
Explore other Options
There are in fact 2 or 3 representatives selling the ECG machines in the same area from different companies and you must contact them if the representative that you have contacted is not offering you a good price. It’s better to check for different options than going for the first one as you could get a good discount on your purchase.
Key Features to Consider
How to select home ECG machine involves some key features to be considered while purchasing the machine. They are:
- Paper Width and Length: While purchasing an ECG machine, you must know the length and width of the paper that the machine prints on. Some ECG machines print out half sized sheets of ECG paper or 60mm strips. Some machines would print a full 3*4 +1 format. This could save your money on ECG paper for a long run.
- Does the Machine have a Screen: Make sure the home ECG machine has a screen as you could see the ECG before confirming whether all the leads are working. Ensure that all the twelve leads are visible on screen at one go in order to avoid the trouble of switching between screens and view them in real time.
How to select home ECG machine involves you being very careful when buying this product as it is related to your heart and overall health.
About the Author
Dr. Robert Nam is a well known heart specialist and has done postgraduate training in cardiology at the national heart hospital, the London chest hospital and UCL hospital, London. He was also engaged in research at the national heart and lung institute. Nowadays he is working as a consultant cardiologist at UCL hospital, London.
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