6 Useful Home Medical Devices for COVID-19


With the novel coronavirus not showing any signs of ending any time soon, we are all expected to remain confined within the four walls of our homes for a lot longer than we expected. Certain gadgets can be of great help at homes - by keeping a track of our health and minimize risk of health-related problems.

Considering the unfortunate fact that there is no definitive treatment for COVID-19 yet, most recommendations for a mild but potential case of COVID-19 will be similar to how we would manage a cold or the flu, just a little more intensely with the help of these gadgets.

Weighing machine
The most basic yet essential gadget to have at home is a weighing machine. When we have been consistently staying at home, we tend to stay put in our places which might result in less physical activity, thereby, accumulating calories. Excess weight implies a higher risk of diabetes and heart diseases.

A weighing machine helps you track your weight, keeping it under regular checks. 

Thermometer
Having a thermometer at home is a basic necessity for all times and especially, during the coronavirus outbreak, it should be mandatory for every household to have thermometers at home. An elevated body temperature or even a mild fever is a symptom of something out of the ordinary going on in your body which needs to be checked.

Considering the high demand for thermometers in the backdrop of COVID-19, lots of stores have run out of it. However, thermometers are available at online medical stores such as Smart Medical Buyer.

Blood pressure monitor
For people with a chronic problem like hypertension, the most convenient device to have at home would be a blood pressure monitor. It is important to keep a record of regular BP measurements and share it with the doctor concerned.

Glucometer
Considering the fact that India is the diabetes capital of the world, Glucometer is a must have medical device at home, especially if someone is suffering from diabetes.

These devices are convenient to use and reliable. All it takes is just a finger prick test before and after fasting. However, using disposable surgical gloves in order to avoid infectious germs from spreading is equally important in the process. 

Pulse oximeter
It is a small, lightweight clip-like electronic device used to monitor the amount of oxygen carried in the body and measure the pulse rate. A pulse oximeter is a device that may help in the detection of silent hypoxia which has been a major symptom in COVID-19 patients. Silent hypoxia is a condition where the oxygen levels of the people fall to critical and threatening levels, even without people looking or feeling uncomfortable.

Nebulizer
In case a family has a child or a person with asthma or any other respiratory condition, it is absolutely necessary to have a nebulizer at home. This electronic device enables us to administer medication directly and quickly to the lungs.

While using all these devices, it is also essential to maintain proper hygiene and sanitation. It is recommended to wear latex free gloves in order to prevent potential allergies. While we are all doing our bit by staying at home during such unprecedented times, it is also time we start taking precautions even at the comfort of our homes.

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