Who Should Wear a Medical ID with a Safety Clasp?

Individuals at risk of attempting to remove their medical ID bracelet, especially those with cognitive impairments, should wear a bracelet with a safety clasp. A safety clasp is intentionally designed to be difficult to open, often requiring two hands or a special tool to prevent it from being accidentally or purposefully removed. 

People who may need a safety clasp

• Dementia or Alzheimer's patients Up to 60% of people with dementia will wander and may become confused, anxious, or agitated, causing them to try and remove a standard bracelet. An Alzheimer's Bracelet with a safety clasp is a reliable way to ensure their medical ID stays on, providing critical information to first responders if they become lost or incapacitated.
• Children with special needs Children with autism, Down syndrome, or other developmental disabilities may not understand why they need to wear a medical ID and may attempt to remove it. A safety clasp gives parents and caregivers peace of mind that the bracelet will stay in place.
• Anyone with an impulse to remove their bracelet If a person with a neurological condition like Parkinson's or a mental health disorder has a tendency to take off their jewelry, a safety clasp can prevent them from removing the bracelet when they need it most. 

Conditions requiring a medical ID bracelet

While a safety clasp is best for those at risk of removal, a medical ID bracelet itself is recommended for anyone with a condition that could render them unable to communicate in an emergency. This includes individuals with: 

• Severe allergies
• Diabetes
• Epilepsy and other seizure disorders
• Heart conditions
• Blood thinners or bleeding disorders
• Memory impairments
• Implanted medical devices 

 StickyJ Medical ID offers a wide variety of Safety ID Bracelets that can be custom engraved with your medical information.  Always speak to your doctor about your condition and what to engrave on your medical alert bracelet.