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Comfort Items for Chronic Illness Flare Days

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Here's a list of items that I think help others when they are having chronic illness flare days. Some of these are things that not only you can use but your whole family. While some may only provide temporary relief, they still provide relief which ...
 
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A good heating can make all the difference on a flare day.  I have one that travels with me, one for home and one that is an extra because you just never know.
Electric Heating Pad for Back, Neck, Abdomen
 
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I like being cozy and comfortable on my flare days.  I don't want anything else to cause any discomfort so these kinds of pjs work for me.
Loungewear
 
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Did you know that teas have such good health benefits?  They can calm and soothe us on bad days.  Here's some worth checking out.
Maria's Health Shoppe
 
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A good sleep mask to help you rest is always a good choice.
Best Sleep Masks
 
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Anyone feel better with the weight of a blanket?  Here's one that we've used.
YnM 15lbs Weighted Blanket for Adults
 
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CBD is an amazing product for pain relief.  I love that it comes in a variety of forms to help with chronic illness flares.
Potent CBD Balms, Oils & Gels for Pain, Sleep & Calm | Blue Sky CBD – Blue ...
 
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I just love to snuggle with a cozy blanket on a bad flare day.  If you're going to rest, be comfortable!
Cozy : Throw Blankets
 
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I love a good book to snuggle up with.  It might not take all the pain away but it does help make pass time.  Sometimes just getting lost in a book is what we need.
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One of the best things I use on my flare days is our lift chair.  It heps me conserve as much energy as I can with getting up and out of a chari or into a chair.
Power Lift Chair Recliners
 
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These are great for flare days and as a bonus, you'll walk away with softer feet.
Ulta Beauty
 
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A good compression garment can feel goos espeically on those achey days!  Check this out for next time you have a flare.
MARENA Short Length Female Curves Bodysuit
 
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Now you can tell people you're having a flare without telling them that you're in a flare.  I love this cute little flare day tshirt.
Cute Flare Day Bunny Tshirt
 
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Did you know that sometimes we can predict our flares or even learn what triggers them?  It's true.  Logging whats going on in your life can be a really great source of information.  That's why this workbook/tracker is so hand for chronic illness flare days.
Chronic Pain Symptoms Tracker - 4 Months - Digital Download
 
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These patches can be really help on the lower back during flare days.
ThermaCare Back & Hip HeatWraps L/XL 5-Count
 
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Flares can affect all parts of the body including your feet.  These are helpful on days where you need some cold relief.
Comfpack Plantar Fasciitis Ice Packs, 2PCS
 
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This little unit helps save me sometimes from a chiro visit because thats what she uses on me anyway.  Having it at home as not only been good for my flare days but also my wallet since I have one at home.
Comfytemp TENS Unit Muscle Stimulator Pain Relief