Pressure cuff is wrapped around one thigh. Cuff is inflated to between 45 and 60cm of water. Pressure is maintained for 45 seconds. The machine creates and records pressure readings on the recording chart following cuff inflation. The machine records the decrease 3 seconds after deflation.
Test is repeated on the other leg.
After the test Immediate post-test care None. The conductive jelly is removed from your skin. Return to pretest activities right away. Time before test results available Time before results are reported to the doctor or patient varies from a few minutes to a few days. Test results Test Values Test results are determined by interpreting graphs.