Apple Watch on hospital ward

[Christmashope19]

Hi guys

I am about to start work on a hospital ward and it’s likely that I won’t be able to wear my Apple Watch due to infection control
does anyone know if I could wear it on my ankle?
I want to count my steps whilst at work or is there a better watch that I could use that could maybe go in my pocket?
thanks in advance

I think the infection control thing is bare below the elbow. So a watch on the ankle should be ok. You might want to get a bigger strap for it. Maybe there are Apple Watch ankle straps?

Wearing it on your ankle may look as if you are on tag
I just stuck mine in my pocket
It did work .. mostly ☺️

Hmm didn’t see ankle straps on Amazon but check this out: Compatible with Apple Watch Strap 38mm/40mm/41mm, 42/44mm/45mm, Infection Control Design Silicone Pin Fob for Nurses Midwives Doctors Healthcare Paramedics , for iWatch Series SE/ 8/7/6/5/4/3/2/1 https://amzn.eu/d/7rkj5KA

I’ve worn mine on my ankle but more recently, I bought a strap that goes above the elbow. I also have a fab attachment.

*fob attachment

Check your trust's rules, but I know that some trusts don't allow anklets, so wearing it on your ankle may not be an option.

In my trust, you can wear a plain band ring, so a smart ring tracker would be an option. Or a pocket pedometer.

I wear mine on my ankle with a stretchy sports strap. I tried above the elbow but my upper arm is too fat

You can get nurse fobs to attach the watch to.

I don’t bother because I know I will lose it or put it through the wash but they do work.

You will need to be bare below the elbow and even in my mental health trust following covid, no rings allowed.

This. There is a good choice of fob type straps for Apple Watches. Enjoy your job.

Bra straps

Thank you everyone didn’t expect so many replies
total change of career for me but super excited!