Stylish Medical ID Jewelry

Medical ID’s Made Fashionable

Medical ID jewelry is a life-saving necessity for men, women or children who have an ailment or disease that could be easily misdiagnosed if the person is rendered unable to speak for themselves. These gold medical alert bracelets notify the medical personnel that this person has special considerations and it is one of the first things most emergency responders will look for prior to beginning any treatment or administering any drugs.

It shows what their condition is so that they can properly and promptly treat the person and avoid a possibly life threatening misdiagnosis. They can even help avert unnecessary trips to the hospital and prevent minor situations from quickly spiraling into a major emergency.

Anyone with an ongoing chronic medical condition such as autism, diabetes or cancer, food or drug allergies to medication like penicillin or insulin, or taking medicines like coumadin, should be wearing some form of medial ID jewelry. It is recommended to include at least a first name so the medical professional can call the patient’s name if they need to be revived, are in a daze or unconscious.

The emergency contacts can also be engraved onto the surface, space permitting. Because space is limited, only the most important information should be included as concisely as possible. Any information that will not fit can be put on an emergency medical ID card and carried with the driver’s license in a wallet or purse. Before getting any ID plate permanently engraved, it is a good idea to consult with a doctor or pharmacist to determine which information should be included and which information is not necessary.

The front of the plate or emblem will have the international symbol of medicine, which is a snake that is coiled around a rough staff. It is the traditional sign of Aesculapius, who was the Greek God of Medicine. The symbol can be engraved into the plate or raised up from the plate, giving the wearer a few different options. Typically, the symbol is either red or black mixed with the color of the metal. The back of the plate or emblem is where the pertinent information is engraved. There are many different style options for an individualized look. The wearer will need to choose the metal for the ID plate, the style of jewelry, the chain or strap and, if it is a bracelet, the type of clasp.

The traditional medical ID jewelry is the ID bracelet. In the past, the options were limited to a basic ID plate and a strap or chain. Today, the plate can be made from sterling silver, stainless steel, titanium, gold filling or solid gold. For the bracelet style, the plate can be attached to several different types of bands such as a chain, an expansion wristband or a leather band. For truly fashionable 14 k gold medical id jewelry for women, the ID plate can be attached to a beaded bracelet in just about any color combination, even a pearl bracelet. By using lobster claps at the end of any bracelet, there is the option to change the bracelet at any time to match any outfit or mood. The bracelet can be a one-of-a-kind design made by an artist or a more upscale piece made from pearls and diamonds. A cuff bracelet, which would look good on either a man or a woman, is a subtle yet stylish choice. The top has the medical symbol and the information is engraved on the inside of the cuff.

Having the medical ID on a charm is another bracelet option. Of course, the front of the charm will have the international medical symbol and the back will contain the engraved information. The charm can be any variety of shapes such as a heart, circle, hexagon or octagon. A new type of wrist design is the nylon sportband that comes in an assortment of colors. This is a great choice as medical alert bracelets for kids, teens and even adults for when they work out or play sports. The bracelet plate is attached to a nylon band that has a center-clasp release buckle. Yet another option is having the ID plate attached to a watch. The face of the watch is on top and the ID rests on the bottom, underneath the wrist, so it is out of sight.

Not everyone may want to wear a bracelet, while others may simply want more options. This is where the necklace is a convenient choice. Again, there are many different styles and options to choose from concerning the type of ID and the chain or rope. The dog tag style, worn by military personnel, is a popular choice. Another option is the charm or medallion. As with the bracelet, the necklace can be made from anything from a chain, leather rope or beads.

While some of the styles are unisex, others are geared specifically for men, women or children. The styles for women are typically more colorful and fashionable, while the men’s styles tend to be masculine with a hefty, weighty look, not as dainty. For children’s ID jewelry, the design possibilities are even more fun. For girls, jewelry made from multicolored beads and stones can be spaced throughout with additional charms like flowers, stars or butterflies. For boys, there are sports themed bracelets and necklaces with chunky chains or thick leather straps.

With the large variety of options to choose from, there is no reason anyone who needs to wear medical alert jewelry cannot find something that is stylish and fits their personality and lifestyle. Some people may want several different options to go with different outfits and activities. Many are so nice that they could easily be viewed as just another piece of jewelry to someone who is not familiar with the international medical symbol. While the ID is necessary, some people may not want the entire world to know their medical condition or personal information. This is why the information is on the back or underside of the pendant or bracelet so it is only viewed in case of an emergency. A medical ID keychain medallion is perfect for anyone who does not want to wear jewelry and is just also good to have as a backup.