You may know by now that magnetic bracelets are used primarily for pain all up and down the arm. You probably also know that golfers and arthritis sufferers wear them, and some people wear them as a preventative measure.

You may have heard some of the benefits of wearing a magnetic bracelet, but what you may not know is how to choose from the various types. Let's look at the differences between the types so you better choose.

Although bracelets are made in different ways, there are a few different major styles based on construction. When shopping for bracelets, here are the main types you'll be looking at.

Magnetic bracelets can be made as singles, doubles, triples, or as a magnetic wraps.

Singles - Single bracelets are, like the name says, a single strand of bead. The beads can be either all magnetic, or magnetic with accent beads. They can be either the stretchy type, or non-stretchy with a magnetic clasp.

Doubles - Doubles are two strands of beads, non-stretchy type, with a magnetic clasp. Doubles allow for up to twice the magnets as singles which can provide for stronger therapy.

Triples - Triples are made with three strands of beads, and a magnetic clasp. They may have up to three times the number of magnets as a single.

Lariats - Magnetic lariats are also called wraps, or magnetic snake bracelets. Lariats can be used as an anklet, necklace or bracelet. They are most often seen in 36 or 37 inch lengths, and are clasp-less. They simply wrap around your wrist, neck, or ankle, and use the magnets to stay together. They are very popular because of their versatility, unique look, and number of magnets.

Now that you're familiar with the basic types, you can better make your choice. Style and attractiveness are secondary to the therapy properties, unless you're buying strictly for fashion.

One more thing to note: when choosing magnetic bracelets, you want the maximum therapy advantages for pain relief. That means selecting the one with the largest number of strong magnets.