SOS and Medical Alert Bracelets
A medical ID bracelet ensures that important information is accessible to first responders in the event of an emergency. I first started looking into medical alert bracelets 20 years ago when I needed to wear one myself. Finding a pretty yet functional bracelet proved difficult. Bracelets that were functional were often heavy and cumbersome. At the time I chose a pretty silver chain and had a heart shaped silver disc engraved. I added a medical alert charm ensuring that the bracelet was both functional and pleasing to wear.
Today there is a much wider choice of medical jewellery from silicone bracelets printed with a particular medical condition to beautiful gold chain bracelets. Decorative chains bearing an engraved tag are a popular choice for ladies and can be supplemented with the a charm denoting the emergency medical alert symbol to ensure that emergency responders quickly identify the wearers condition. Following the popularity of ID bracelets in the late 1950’s these bracelets have made a comeback as medical emergency jewellery with a suitable space on both the front and back of the ID tag for information to be engraved. Leather bracelets bearing an ID tag are available for men in fitting with current fashion trends.
Children need not be self-conscious about wearing medical alerts as there is a wide choice of styles for both boys and girls. From pretty chains with ID charms to leather or canvas bands there are plenty of cool options available.
SOS or Medical alert bracelets can also be linked to a national register where detailed information is recorded and easily accessed. Medical jewellery is often supplied with a carry card where more information can be noted.
If you have a relative or friend that suffers with Dementia a medical bracelet is very reassuring. Many suppliers offer Dementia bracelets with space for an emergency contact number to be added.
The very latest technology enables wearers to have an NFC or QR code that can be scanned using a smartphone to reveal stored medical alert information.