Medical Jewelry For People With Epilepsy - Benefits And More
Jewelry is something that most people wear at some time or another, and while it’s usually for the sake of fashion… sometimes it serves a purpose as well. Such as, in the case of medical jewelry!
Medical jewelry is not a new concept, but it is something that a lot of people are unaware of. As it isn’t something that’s marketed to the mass majority of people. So I wanted to talk about this unique type of accessorizing today, including why people with epilepsy should consider taking advantage of it.
What is medical jewelry?
Medical jewelry usually comes in the form of bracelets, or sometimes necklaces. And it is meant to display a person's health information, in case of an emergency. So that first responders would be able to note any allergies, chronic conditions, etc… at a glance. Even if the patient themselves can’t talk.
As you can imagine, the wide variety of things that could be listed on a medical bracelet or necklace makes it useful to have for a lot of people. Including people suffering from epilepsy.
Benefits Of Medical Jewelry
The main benefit of wearing medical jewelry is obviously the fact that first responders can easily identify your health conditions, if you’re unconscious.
But although bystanders may not be trained to search for this type of jewelry, wearing it still increases the chance that you'll receive the proper treatment if you have a seizure in public.
And aside from keeping you safe, medical jewelry can also provide you and your loved ones with a bit more peace of mind when you’re out of the house. Which can lead to people with epilepsy having less anxiety around travel.
Are there downsides to wearing medical jewelry?
Now on the other hand, one potential downside to wearing medical jewelry is the fact that some types aren’t necessarily “fashionable”. And this can be especially bothersome for kids and teenagers, who don’t want to stand out from their peers in any way.
Of course, the more you’re willing (and able) to pay for a piece, the better you can make it look. But in any case, I think that this can hardly be considered a downside when the alternative of not wearing the jewelry means that you might be incorrectly treated if an emergency were to occur.
Types Of Medical Jewelry For People With Epilepsy
Obviously there’s quite a large range of potential jewelry out there, but typically, the more expensive the piece of jewelry is… the more you can customize it and therefore display more personalized information!
For instance, some of the cheapest options on the market are silicone wristbands that simply have “epilepsy” stamped onto them. And you can easily find these online or in real world stores like Walmart.
And if you’re willing to pay a bit more, then not only could you upgrade the style… to things like traditional silver and gold designs. But you could also start to include more information, especially the pricier you get. There are some businesses that will allow you to print a few words onto your piece of jewelry, and some that will engrave specific info onto it instead!
Recently, more advanced medical jewelry has even begun to hit the market. Some include QR codes that people can scan to pull up entire documents worth of information. And some even transmit information through close proximity to devices like phones.
What information should you include on medical jewelry?
The most basic piece of information that your epilepsy-related medical jewelry should contain is the fact that you have the condition. But other bits of information could include…
Your name
Your primary contact’s name and phone number
Your specific type of epilepsy
A list of the types of seizures you have
A list of medications that you’re on
Any allergies that you have
And potentially even some protocol on how the person should help you through a seizure if you’re having one, in case the person reading the jewelry isn’t a medical professional!
How much does medical jewelry cost?
As I’ve maintained throughout this article, there are many different price points for medical jewelry. But for a quality piece (without any extra bells and whistles) you’ll probably be looking at about $20. Then, if you want to add a lot of information, take advantage of new technology then the price could go all the way into the hundreds.
Where can you find medical jewelry?
Depending on the type of medical jewelry you want, you may be able to find some basic types at in-person stores in your area. But obviously if you want to customize the piece with extra information, you’ll need to seek out online businesses that specialize in medical jewelry! There are many great ones out there, just be sure to do your research and pay attention to reviews before investing your money.
Conclusion
Medical jewelry can be a great way to feel safer when you’re out of the house, and could come in handy during a lot of emergency situations. Just be sure to include accurate information in these pieces, and make sure that it’s as easy to read as possible.
Then enjoy the peace of mind that comes with owning such a unique piece of jewelry.
Sources
As always, here are some links to sites that I used as references when writing this article… In case you want to research more about this topic.
https://www.healthline.com/health/what-is-a-medical-bracelet#faq
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