Auto medical alert systems are emergency response systems designed to overcome any life threatening situation. It is a small and non-intrusive device providing independence, security and fast response to people with limited mobility, senior citizens, and those with disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, asthma, diabetes, emphysema, epilepsy, heart disease, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, and those recovering from major surgeries.
Like any other electronic medical alert systems, an auto medical alert system has a wireless alert button, a medical alert console, and sensing element. The main feature of an auto medical alert system is an associated 24-hour staffed alert monitoring center, which provides reliable medical help to its subscribers. The alert button is very small, weighs just about an ounce, and can be worn on the wrist or around the neck. Its water-resistant nature enables it to be worn in the bath or shower. The console is small enough to be conveniently mounted on a wall or fitted on a table. It receives signals from up to 1000 feet distance. The console is connected to a telephone line and plugged into an electrical outlet. The console automatically calls for monitoring service when it receives an alert signal from the button. Then it establishes a two-way hands free communication between the patient and the monitoring personnel, until help arrives. The monitoring center acts according to need. The main plus is that there is no any installation or programming option required to use the auto medical alert system.
The fall detection sensor is also a part of some auto medical alert systems and is worn in a special belt. The sensor automatically summons emergency assistance in case the wearer suffers a fall. Remote call answering, monthly test call reminders, power back-up facility, and automatic voice-to-voice communication features make it a perfect choice for patients. A number of important telephone numbers can be fed into the auto medical alert systems