Pressure cuff

A pressure cuff, also known as a blood pressure cuff, was a device used to measure pressure. The device consisted of an inflatable cuff that would restrict blood flow and a meter to measure the pressure. During a physical exam, an would be used in conjuntion with the pressure cuff, which enabled a  to be able to listen to blood pressure sounds by placing the end of the auscultator against the pit of the patient's elbow, while slowly releasing pressure in the cuff.

Prior to an electroconvulsive therapy session, an additional pressure cuff would be placed on the patient's foot and inflated to prevent the anesthesia and muscle relaxants from reaching the patient's toes.