Hospital wristbands play an important role in the healthcare industry. In a setting where effective communication of vital information is crucial to the safety of the patient, wristbands offer an inexpensive medium of communication.  In the simplest of terms, hospital wristbands contain a patient’s most vital information pertinent to the care they’ll receive from the attending medical personnel. Some examples of this information include:

• Allergies
• Test results
• Day/date of testing
• Severity of symptoms
• Diagnosis

Some hospitals or clinics also use different wristband colors to correspond to a specific code or standard. Hospital wristbands also are used as tags and labels. For instance, a Tyvek wristband might be applied to a piece of equipment to communicate to others that it has been disinfected.

Types Of Hospital Wristbands

Wristband Express™ offers three types of wristbands that are suitable for a healthcare setting. All of our wristbands are comfortable to wear and customizable. The right type of band for your institution comes down to durability.

Tyvek Wristbands

We recommend Tyvek wristbands for up to 48 hours of use. Secured by an adhesive closure, these paper-like bands are great for outpatient clinics and other brief visits. They are also used as labels and tags for equipment as they are the least expensive.

Plastic Wristbands

Our plastic wristbands offer a little more durability compared to our Tyvek wristbands. They are secured by a plastic snap clsoure and are perfect for up to seven days. Many healthcare institutions prefer these for patients spending multiple nights at their facilities.

Vinyl Hospital Wristbands

We offer vinyl wristbands for long-term wear. While they feature a similar snap closure to plastic wristbands, their three-layer vinyl construction provides enhanced comfort and durability. Vinyl wristbands are recommended for use for up to two weeks.

Need Support?

To learn more about how hospital wristbands can improve the communications around your healthcare operations, be sure to reach out to us. You can begin a live chat with a representative by clicking on the chat feature in the bottom right corner of your screen. Or, if you prefer, you can give us a ring at 800-434-9124. We look forward to helping you!