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Fall detection monitors can aid seniors by detecting sudden changes of body movement. The monitors evaluate an individual's body position, physical activity and acceleration patterns to detect whether these could indicate that a fall has taken place. Should one occur, these devices will automatically contact emergency response agents for assistance.

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Individuals who find pressing medical alert buttons difficult may benefit from wearing such devices as pendants or wristbands that resemble watches as an aid to pressing them when needed. Wearing such devices high up on the body--around the chest or breastplate--is best, so that sensors can pick up sudden changes of movement more accurately than either accelerometers or sound sensors alone. The technology used in such devices combines accelerometer and sound sensors for maximum precision. These sensors may miss slower movements such as falling off of a bed or sofa. Therefore, medical alert devices with fall detection should always be worn with an emergency button that can be pressed if a user cannot call for help on their own.

Most fall detection systems require a monthly monitoring fee, typically ranging from less than $15 to over $60 depending on the equipment and contract required. Providers often offer home-based systems; others provide mobile options that users can take with them in public spaces like parks. Many even come equipped with an extra panic button in case their automatic system malfunctions.

Medical alert companies typically include disclaimers on their websites that no fall detector can be 100% accurate; however, most are capable of detecting at least 85% of falls. Fritzi Gros-Daillon from Age Safe America says these systems should be seen as an addition to other safety precautions like installing grab bars in bathrooms and keeping fire escapes clear; practicing good balance may also be important factors.

As part of our evaluation of medical alert systems for fall detection, we took into account initial equipment costs, monthly service fees, customer support quality, number of fall detection devices available with each provider and mobile option that allows seniors to remain active outside their homes while giving family peace of mind that loved ones are protected when away.

Bay Alarm Medical and Lifeline both boast long battery lives; however, only Bay Alarm Medical does not include a portable backup in case the unit runs low; Lifeline on the other hand offers both mobile units with backup capacity as well as chargers that can be used both at home or away from the user's place of residence.

At Home Safety Research we shopped for systems that would work both at home and when traveling. GPS capabilities allow the system to track where its wearer is if an emergency response agent cannot automatically connect. https://personalmedicalalarms.com.au/fall-detection-alarms/ Some systems we reviewed even featured two-way speakers so users could directly speak with emergency response agents if necessary.