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items I've spent so much money on things to help deal with multiple Chronic health problems in the past decades! Some were gems. Some were duds. Hope I can save you some cash!
Adhesives can tear my skin, so everything recommended is gentle to apply and...
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Tapes
Ice, braces, bruises, oh my!
Ice, Heat, comfy stuff
Tapes
Multifunctional and crucial to my life, kinesiology taping helps with everything from hypermobility to vestibular migraine. I also have a latex allergy and HAVE VERY sensitive skin
KT tape can provide stability to a joint, help with swelling, or even stop vertigo! I'm allergic to most adhesives- and the cotton (original) doesn't bother me!
Original Cotton - KT Tape
Half the price of KT tape, doesn't tear or irritate my thin EDS skin. Their pre-cut strips are even pre-rounded! Otherwise, you can cut your own with the uncut version (usually cheaper)
CKeep Kinesiology Tape, Uncut Premium Elastic
Multiple colors, not just paws, but the ones with the paws makes me smile!
Extremely! Gentle on the skin, latex free, can be used to hold bandages, or provide support.
A bit pricier that many products on the market, but feels smooth. Easily tea...
AUPCON Vet Wrap Cohesive Bandages Bulk Self Adhesive
Ice, braces, bruises, oh my!
I have hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, and Migraines. This is a work in progress, as I'm recovering from my 3rd knee surgery in 5 years+
Latex-free, washable, perfect compression for tired muscles, post surgery, etc. I have 2 pairs, used nearly daily for months, no tearing.
Compression Calf Sleeves. Shin Splints Relief with Kinesiology Strips
Shock absorbing- check! Can be worn with the sleeve and brace together to add compression/padding to the funky looking brace.
DonJoy Performance Webtech Knee Brace
Slim, supportive, can be worn daily for months, or revisited further on. Latex-free neoprene, wicking- ok for North Carolina summer. Sized, and each fits me perfectly. Yep. A left AND a right. One is a medium, one a small
Economy Hinged Knee - DonJoy Store
Long neck? Can't find anything that goes higher than 3.5 inches? You can maneuver this to get 4 inches without a struggle. Latex free, washable, not bulky. Velcro actually holds, and sufficient to work on my thin neck!
Walgreens Cervical Collar One Size White
Ice, Heat, comfy stuff
Swelling is not fun. This is a work in progress... but the ice machine has gotten me through so many injuries that I honestly don't know what I would have done without it!
Need Ice? Tired of going back to the fridge. This is sturdy. Got me through 3 knee surgeries and many other injuries.
IceMan CLASSIC3 - DonJoy Store
This is possibly my favorite thing. You can use it in a multitude of ways, from elevation of a body part, using it as a sensory anxiety grounding item, a giant hug, a mattress topper and so many other things.
My cat loves to lay on it, and usually ...
Momcozy U Shaped Full Body Pregnancy Pillow
That magical cushion that can be used for any purpose. Pillow? Yes! Ankle elevation, yes! Car cushion to put behind your lower back,definitely! Something to sit on, absolutely!
I have a couple, and a few knock offs everywhere from my car to th...
Squishmallows - Jazwares