Sea-Band Adult Wristband Natural Nausea Relief, 1 Pair, Colors May Vary, Anti-Nausea Acupressure Wristband for Travel or Morning Sickness

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Roseann Ferrara-Love, MSN, RN, CPAN, CAPA, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, pointed out in her lecture at the ASPN conference (1999) that the pressure is not great enough from the wrist bands to effect the flow of an IV.

Please Note: Please consult your doctor before using any new supplements or medication! Also, if your symptoms persist, then make sure you seek medical advice. It has been cited that Sea-Bands are “As effective as ordinary anti-emetics; completely devoid of side effects”. HOW DO THEY WORK? Instructions for use are supplied with the Sea Bands and they can be worn either as a preventative measure before a journey begins, or at any other time when nausea threatens. The terry cloth bands aren’t the prettiest thing in the world, but I’m happy to suffer a little for fashion if it means that my family and I can enjoy ourselves and not suffer nausea!It is located three finger breadths below your wrist on the inside of the forearm, between your two tendons. wps_quote style=”style-3″ cite=”Web MD” url=”https://www.webmd.com/balance/qa/how-does-acupressure-work”]Not all Western practitioners believe that this is possible or even that these meridians exist. Instead, they attribute any results to other factors, such as reduced muscle tension, improved circulation, or stimulation of endorphins, which are natural pain relievers.[/wps_quote] Sea Bands can also be used in combination with other measures, such as Queasy Drops or the Essential Oil Rollette and this can help to increase the overall effectiveness significantly. One reader shares how she uses her Beads bracelet whenever she travels on a cruise. “They are a more stylish option and work the same way as sea bands.”

The Reliefband is a drug-free therapy that can be turned on and off when required. It is a reusable therapeutic device in which you change the battery when needed. It works by altering your nerve activity through targeted delivery of gentle pulses to the underside of your wrist. The Sea Bands is a knitted elasticated wrist band and it works by applying gentle pressure to the Nei-Kuan acupressure point on the wrist via a small plastic stud. This is known to relieve or even prevent feelings of nausea, without the risk of any of the side effects associated with anti-nausea drugs.

Another reader says she prefers the bracelet because “it is so much more stylish; the sea bands are quite ugly.”

Sea-Bands may be applied as a preventative measure before the onset of nausea (such as before surgery to reduce the risk of nausea and vomiting associated with anaesthesia). She did suggest, however, that the band be placed on a patients wrist – prior to an IV – only to ensure that the IV was not placed too close to the P6 point where the band must be positioned to work effectively. DO SEA-BANDS CONTAIN LATEX? You’d think I was making this up, but even my dad put on the Sea Bands during our pirate ship cruise in Barbados because he wasn’t feeling well and is sold on them. Yes, Sea-Bands have been used successfully on children as young as three years of age. However, they must fit snugly around the wrist to work. ARE THERE ANY CONTRA-INDICATIONS FOR SEA-BAND USE? I tried desperately to get the acupressure to work during these hard times, but I was too far gone.There is no proof to how or why acupressure works. Some medical professionals state theybelieve that acupressure does work, but contribute it to other factors. Putting them on is simple enough. You do need to wear both bands for them to be effective, and each kit comes with the two bands needed. Regardless there are studies that show people do feel better after applying pressure to these specific pressure points. Ideal for wearing whilst sleeping to help combat that horrible nauseous feeling when you wake and get up. Also great for handing out to visiting crew members when sailing, or to fellow sufferers when travelling by any other means.

Effect of Stimulation of the P6 Anti-emetic Point on Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting. British Journal of Anesthesia, 1980. IS THERE AN INFORMATION BROCHURE AVAILABLE FOR MY PATIENTS WITH QUESTIONS? A University of Pittsburgh Medical Center study using Sea-Bands acupressure on post-op patients reduced the incidence of nausea to 10% – a two-thirds reduction. WHAT ARE THEY USED FOR? Food Supplements are intended to supplement the diet and should not be substituted for a varied diet or healthy lifestyle. Sea-Bands are acupressure bands that fit around the patient’s wrist just like a sweat band-with a pressure stud sewn inside.When Sea-Bands are placed on a patient prior to surgery, many do not suffer with nausea or vomiting. those patients who still need anti-emetic drugs may be subjected to fewer drugs and lower doses. If you think you have had an adverse reaction to this product, stop taking the product and tell your doctor or pharmacist. Please also tell Sea-Band customer information. Rose Ferrara-Love, MSN, RN, CPAN, CAPA, Nonpharmacologic Treatment of Postoperative Nausea, 1996 American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses. Nausea is typically reduced within 5 minutes after Sea-Bands are applied. CAN THEY BE USED ON CHILDREN? Sea-Bands with acupressure buttons are a noninvasive, inexpensive, safe, and effective treatment for the nausea and vomiting of pregnancy.”