What is the difference between this device and one used for medical reasons?
824714
No difference that I can see. I've purchased 2 (first one I had purchased for myself and gave it to my mother for medical reasons and bought another one for myself). When I bought the second one for my personal use I decided to also buy a pulse O2 for my job in healthcare. For my job I decided to get one advertised specifically for medical use (significantly more expensive). When they arrived I compared their accuracy on myself and the outcomes were identical. The end of the story is that my Mom is still using her ChoiceMed on a daily basis, I am using my ChoiceMed on a regular basis and the "medically approved" one that I seldom used id dead. I intend to replace the dead one with another ChoiceMed for work soon. I hope this helps you with your decision.
824715
This one is used for medical reasons, although it is affordable and easy to carry around with you. I am a RN, and havent used this particular one, but as a rule, the ones I have used in the past are fairly accurate. There other types used in a hospital for continuous 02 monitoring that stays attached to your finger and is more expensive. These are usually great for a spot check though. The problem I have had is with some of the cheaper brands loosening at the closure so they no longer fit snug enough to get a reading. It is important for your finger to be somewhat warm when you check your 02 sat and also avoid using finger with enlarged knuckles etc (: This one is used for medical reasons, although it is affordable and easy to carry around with you. I am a RN, and havent used this particular one, but as a rule, the ones I have used in the past are fairly accurate. There other types used in a hospital for continuous 02 monitoring that stays attached to your finger and is more expensive. These are usually great for a spot check though. The problem I have had is with some of the cheaper brands loosening at the closure so they no longer fit snug enough to get a reading. It is important for your finger to be somewhat warm when you check your... » Read More This one is used for medical reasons, although it is affordable and easy to carry around with you. I am a RN, and havent used this particular one, but as a rule, the ones I have used in the past are fairly accurate. There other types used in a hospital for continuous 02 monitoring that stays attached to your finger and is more expensive. These are usually great for a spot check though. The problem I have had is with some of the cheaper brands loosening at the closure so they no longer fit snug enough to get a reading. It is important for your finger to be somewhat warm when you check your 02 sat and also avoid using finger with enlarged knuckles etc (: « Show Less
1685459
That is what thier litature says. I have no first hand knowledge. I was hoping for something easier to use than my medical equipment. However my medical contcntrator is 95% So I have never hooked up the Zadro and will not be useing it.za
1278619
There are two controls to increase or decrease the intensity of the current. This thing has helped my back pain so much. I sometimes wear it all day when I get back pain from over-exertion. I rarely take pain meds since using this device.
1123710
This is the first one I purchased, so I am not sure the difference. I would think it has added enhancements. Check out the Withings site for more details.
1318139
My husband is in severe heart failure. He uses this device daily, as recommended by his cardiologist. If he had a low reading, he would then know to call "Dr Heart". It's a safeguard to let a patient know to seek further guidance from his doctor.
1377123
We bought the 2nd one for my husbands boss but he ended up needing it sooner so we have him mine. No difference. Both awesome. I actually only need it once in a while now so I know it works. Strongly suggest you do it 15 min. At least at first. I actually fell asleep on it several times. Really relieved my pain. Good luck!
1907783
Not much, Leann. Plus the screen is hard to read and it's powered by watch batteries, if that tells you anything. I'd look for a specialized medical version. I'm sure somebody makes one.
904947
There is no difference. Once you use it for one, you should avoid using it for the other, though.
966525
I have personally used this device for exactly the same reason. Works great. Just follow the instructions.....no pain and great results.
1310473
I purchased this as an emergency item for my daughter and she used it once so far and was very happy. I do not know the difference......sorry.
1547686
i'm sorry i have no idea since i've never tried the other. either one will probably help.
1535034
Both, but be advised, it is a very low quality device. Ours worked for one day. - I had to return it...
1144032
Neither, it's a defective product. It provides nothing. You have been warned. Don't make my mistake by buying this unit.
880065
I've used both and they both work great. I can't really tell the difference between them.
974838
It lets someone know your medical condition if you are not able to tell someone. No sounds. It's printed information on a piece of metal.
869119
Sorry but I'm not know exactly the difference. I had this model and it works very well.
1336057
No, the device does work like that. Most device have a combination of vitals are expensive (i.e. heart rate, O2, etc.) This inexpensive item is per usage. Thanks,