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A Helpful Guide: How to Get a Medical Alert Bracelet

Stretch Medical ID

Whether you’re a senior citizen, an athlete who loves to push yourself to the limit or both, a medical alert bracelet can help keep you safe. Luckily, getting one is a fairly easy process that anyone can do with the help of ROAD iD. We’re here to answer all your questions about ordering yours, whether you’re ordering for yourself or a loved one.

What Is a Medical Alert Bracelet?

medical ID bracelet is a wearable identifier that communicates vital information when you can’t communicate it yourself. Most people add important personal and medical information to their bracelet to ensure that the right knowledge is conveyed in the event of an emergency. These are comfortable, secure bracelets that won’t get in your way or cause discomfort, no matter how active you are.

Who Should Wear a Medical Alert Bracelet?

ID bracelets are ideal for anyone who may find themselves in a situation where they can’t convey critical information to others. For example, non-verbal individuals or those with conditions such as Alzheimer’s can benefit greatly from wearing an identification bracelet. They’re also excellent for athletes and adventurers — cyclists, hikers, skiers, etc. — since they can hold key information about allergies, medications and specific medical conditions that could be life-saving in the event of an emergency. 

13MM Rose Gold Medical ID

13MM Rose Gold Medical ID

How to Order a Medical Alert Bracelet

Ordering a medical ID bracelet could save your life, and the process is simple with ROAD iD. Creating yours is intuitive on our website, but here’s a helpful guide should you need additional assistance.

  • Choose Your Band—Start by choosing your medical alert bracelet. There are an assortment of styles available to ensure that you get a comfortable fit in a style that suits your needs. Options include:
      1. Elite, a fully adjustable silicone band with a stainless steel clasp.
      2. Sport, a nylon or silicone band with a nylon loop or silicone pin and tuck clasp.
      3. Stretch, a simple stretch band with no clasp.
  • Choose Your Customizations—Depending on which band style you choose, you may have additional choices for customization. For example, the Sport and Elite bands feature sleek faceplates available in multiple finishes, including slate, graphite and ember. From there, you also have a choice between two different faceplate sizes — 13 millimeters (up to five lines of text) or 19 millimeters (up to 6 lines of text). You’ll also get to choose from various colors and patterns when selecting your band.
  • Personalize Your Band—Once you choose your preferred band style and customizations, click “Add to Cart.” From there, you’ll be able to type in all your vital information. Add your name, location, emergency contacts, allergies or medical information and, if you like, a quote or slogan. The great thing is, when you personalize your ID bracelet, we show you exactly how it will look so you can make changes to suit your preferences and needs. 
  • Add to Cart and Check Out—Now that you’ve selected your bracelet and customized it to your liking, it’s time to check out. That’s it! We’ll customize and ship your ID bracelet straight to your door in two to four days (standard shipping). If you want it quicker, simply select one of our expedited shipping options during checkout.

19MM Slate Medical ID

19MM Slate Medical ID

Need Assistance? We Can Help

If you still aren’t sure how to get a medical ID bracelet for yourself or a loved one, simply reach out to us. We’ll be glad to help you with the entire process. 

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