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Falls Risk Medical Bracelet

CA$ 5.58

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B0193

Enjoy life more knowing that you - or your loved one - can get immediate and appropriate treatment should something happen.

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SKU	B0193
Manufacturer	Mediband

Falls Risk Medical ID Bracelet — Australian Hospital + Aged Care Use

A Falls Risk wristband is a high-visibility orange medical alert band used in hospitals, residential aged care and at home to flag patients at elevated risk of falling. It tells nurses, carers and family members — in one glance — that this person needs extra support standing, walking, or transferring.

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalisation in Australians over 65, with around 125,000 hospital admissions per year (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare 2024 data). A clear visible identifier helps reduce that number.

Why a Visible Falls Risk Identifier Matters

In a hospital ward, on an aged-care floor, or at home with multiple carers, falls-risk patients are not always identified at handover. A bright orange wrist-worn band:

Alerts every passing nurse, allied-health team or family member instantly
Reminds the patient themselves to use the call bell before standing
Supports the Australian National Safety and Quality Health Service Standard 5 (Comprehensive Care)
Survives admission/discharge, transfers between wards, and family visits
Costs less than a fraction of one preventable fall + hip fracture treatment

Who Should Wear One

Hospital patients screened with a Falls Risk Assessment Tool (FRAT) score above threshold
Aged-care residents with mobility issues, dementia, or recent fall history
Patients on medications that increase fall risk — sedatives, blood pressure medications, opioids, certain antidepressants
People recovering from stroke, hip surgery, or vestibular conditions
Anyone with vision impairment, balance disorders, or unsteady gait at home

Engraving & Customisation

The Mediband Falls Risk bracelet ships with the universal "FALLS RISK" phrase pre-printed in bold black on bright orange silicone — the colour standard used across Australian and international healthcare settings. For personal use, custom engraving can add:

Patient name and date of birth
Specific risk factor — e.g. "Post-stroke" or "Cognitive"
Emergency contact + mobile
"Use walker" or "Needs assistance" instructions

How the Bracelet Works in Practice

The high-visibility orange band catches every clinician's eye on initial assessment. Combined with a Falls Risk Assessment Tool entry in the patient chart, it forms part of a layered safety net:

Verbal handover at shift change names the patient as high-risk
The orange bracelet keeps that information visible 24/7
Bedside falls-prevention signage reinforces it
The patient's own bracelet acts as a tactile self-reminder

Care & Sizing

Medical-grade silicone, waterproof, shower-safe, and durable for 2-4 years of continuous use. Available in S/M/L/XL. The band is soft, smooth-edged, and safe for sensitive elderly skin or post-surgical wrists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers from the Mediband team

What is a falls risk wristband?

A high-visibility orange medical alert bracelet worn by patients at elevated risk of falling. It flags the wearer to nurses, carers and family members instantly — preventing the most common cause of injury hospitalisation in Australians over 65.

Who should wear a falls risk bracelet?

Hospital patients with a high Falls Risk Assessment Tool score, aged-care residents with mobility issues or dementia, anyone on fall-increasing medications (sedatives, BP medications, opioids), and people recovering from stroke or hip surgery.

Why orange?

Orange is the international healthcare colour standard for falls risk identification. It's used in Australian hospitals, aged-care facilities and rehab centres so any clinician immediately recognises the warning — even across different sites or shift handovers.

Can I use one at home, not just in hospital?

Yes — many Australian families use the Mediband Falls Risk bracelet at home to support elderly relatives, post-surgical recovery, or family members with balance disorders. It signals to visiting carers, paramedics and family that extra support is needed.

How long does the bracelet last?

Medical-grade silicone holds up for 2-4 years of daily wear. It's waterproof, shower-safe, dishwasher-safe, and resistant to UV fade. Replacement is recommended if the lettering becomes worn or the band develops cracks at the edges.

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