My go-to recommendations for living with a chronic illness and chronic pain.
Sharing what’s worked for me. as someone living with a rare disease, chronic pain, chronic migraine and, painful period cramps
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Pain
Every Day use
Apps/websites
Adaptability tools
Hobbies
Community
Pain
Good for on the go, when you have your period and are in pain!
Slimpal Portable Cordless Heating Pad for Period Cramps
Use code PAIGETHEWELLNESSWARRIOR to save money
VIM & VIGR
Smells like Menthol. You can use my discount code PAIGEC10
MEDISTIK - Proven Leader in Topical Pain Relief
Hands down the best migraine cap
Mueller Sports Medicine EZ Relief™ Migraine Cap, One size, migraine cap
Good for chronic pain and doesn’t have the tingling or numbing effect
Homedics Therapist Select Elite Percussion Massage Gun, Full Body Massager
good for pain relief
Kalaya Pain Relief Cream with Arnica - 4.2 oz
perfect for high pain days
AUVON 24 Modes Rechargeable TENS Unit 4th Gen
i found this at indigo in 2024, haven’t seen them since but found it on this website. easy to use goes in the microwave and super cute!
Huggable Corgi Butt Heating Pad Pillow
Every Day use
A good Trolley-Cart for all your medical needs
Goovilla 3 Tier Rolling Utility Cart with Drawer
super yummy my fav flavour use code PAIGE25 at Organika’s website
Organika Electrolytes - Classic Lemonade
good for chronic pain for sleeping with some extra support
Cervical Memory Foam Pillow for Neck Pain
good for the days you’re bedridden on low spoon days
Ruxury Foldable Lap Desk Laptop Stand - Pink
Perfect for easy access to all your things
Dual-purpose Bedside Caddy Organizer, 6 Pockets
this stuff works great for acne, boils, eczema, and any skin irritation!
MyMagicHealer
Apps/websites
send snail mail once a month to brighten someone’s day!
Warrior Card Swap
I love using this app to track symptoms
Guava: An easier way to manage your health
My fav organization for receiving cards
Cards2warriors
good for tracking migraine symptoms and attacks
Migraine Buddy
a good app for community building
Spoony | A Social Space for Neurodivergent & Disabled People
Adaptability tools
A great makeup tool for those with dexterity problems or pain in hands
ByStorm
Amazing for mobility uses like foot drop, toe catch and for extra support
Cadense – Truly Adaptive Shoes
i can’t use a regular can opener i have to use an electric one, as it’s more accessible for me
Hamilton Beach Extra-Tall Electric Can Opener
Another great tool as an alternative to a regular peeler
4 Pack Palm Vegetable Peeler, Stainless Steel
Perfect for getting Iv or Blood work done as it zips open :)
Womens Arm Access Shirt
Hobbies
cute colouring book that us spoonies can laugh at
My Illness is Chronic but My Coloring is Iconic
I love this app for my mental health and for living with chronic illness
Finch - Your New Self-Care Best Friend
I’ve recently been getting into lego, it’s been pretty helpful at helping me manage my chronic pain by using my creative outlet
LEGO Botanicals Mini Orchid Building Set - Artificial, Fake Orchid for Home Décor, Adults Ages 18+ - Indoor Plant Decoration for Table, Desk, Office - Gift Idea for Birthday - 10343, Includes 274 Pieces, Ages 18+
Community
If you love to read, this is a great community to be apart of <3
Disabled on Fable Book Club | Join & Read on Fable
a community for spoonies with businesses or trying to start businesses !
Heartbeat
Hygiene
perfect for if showering is difficult
Prevail Adult Washcloths Soft Pack, 48 Count Pack
can be used in replacement for a shower when spoons are running low
Amazon Elements Baby Wipes Sensitive Unscented 810ct Pack of 9
doesn’t require water or rinsing good for on the go or for bed ridden days
