I've had adrenal insufficiency since I was 2 and also struggle with joint pain and muscle aches from Hypermobility. Here's some items I find helpful everyday and during flare ups.
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Braces
Muscle and joint rubs
Helpful Tools
Adrenal Insufficiency
Sleep
Take your meds!
Braces
Stabilize joints to reduce pain and injuries
Great for everyday wear when compression and stabilization is needed
NEENCA Adjustable Knee Brace with Compression
Super helpful to compress and ice knee inflammation
Vive Knee Ice Pack Wrap
Great for aching joints in the fingers
Yolev 10 Elastic Compression Finger Splints
Comes in a variety of colors and helps support joints
Kinesiology Tape
Great for everyday ankle stabilization
SNEINO Ankle Brace for Ankle Support
Great for ankle support and relief of foot pain
PhysFlex Ankle Brace for Plantar Fasciitis
Muscle and joint rubs
Helpful ways to reduce pain without medication
My favorite muscle rub for sore joints and muscles
Aspercreme Max Strength Lidocaine Roll-On, 2.5 oz
Another great rub for muscle and joint pain
Boiron Arnicare Cream for Pain Relief - 4.2 oz
Helpful Tools
When you need to brings meds everywhere, it helps to have a convenient way to carry them
I love using this to hold my chapstick, medicine, lotion and hand sanitizer for everyday use. It's especially helpful on low energy days when I can't do very much.
dabria Water Bottle Bag for Stanley 40 OZ Tumbler
Great for your meds, small braces, wallet, phone etc on the go!
adidas Prime Mini Sling Bag, Ruby Red, OSFA
Adrenal Insufficiency
Ways to inform first responders in an emergency
SUPER important to have your emergency injection labeled clearly
Adrenal Insufficient Steroid Emergency Injection Bag
A GREAT way to keep your medical and emergency information accessible
ENDEVR MyID Medical ID Sticker Kit
A GREAT way to keep your medical and emergency information accessible
myID Tag Medical ID with NFC & QR Code Tech
A GREAT way to keep your medical and emergency information accessible
myID Medical ID Sleeve for Apple Watch & More
Sleep
Stay comfortable to sleep better
I've had my pillows for over 2 years and they're my favorite still! They're so stable and comfortable
Memory Foam Cooling Bamboo Pillows, Queen Set
I love my weighted blanket. It provides comfort to help me sleep through the night
Wemore Minky Dot Weighted Blanket 15 lbs
This blocks out light for a full night's sleep experience and it is so soft
Mavogel Cotton Sleep Eye Mask
Take your meds!
Ways to carry your meds for travel, or remember to take them at home
You can stick this to the fridge, a cabinet or even the wall so you never forget to take your meds.
Weekly Pill Organizer
Great for longer term travel, but also convenient for short term travel or home medication organization
Yewltvep Monthly Pill Organizer 32 Compartments
Hydration
Optimize hydration and keep electrolytes balanced
Packets for convenience on the go!
HydroMATE Electrolytes Powder Packets 16 Sticks
Comes in a variety of flavors
Electrolyte Powder Packets
Great flavor and easy to use! Sweetened with stevia
Zero Sugar Watermelon Candy Electrolytes Powder
Great flavor and sweetened with stevia for healthier hydration!
