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The Chronic Illness Essentials That Saved My Body
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items If you live in a body that cracks, creaks, or dislocates for fun (hi, bendy babes 👋🏼), this list is for you. These are my ride or die products that keep me functioning, flaring less, and feeling more supported. From braces to comfort tools, I’ve tr...
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Braces, Splints & Support Crew 🩹
Hot + Cold Tools for Flare Days ♨️❄️
⚡️ Energy + Recovery Boosts 💆🏽♀️
Braces, Splints & Support Crew 🩹
These braces, wraps, and splints are the MVPs that help protect my joints, prevent subluxations, and give me a chance at functioning like a semi-none disabled human. Plus, some are actually cute. 😌
💅 Who says compression socks have to be ugly?🧦 These give me ✨main character veins✨ if you will. While really helping with blood flow, pain, and that POTS-y dizziness. Fashion meets function, baby. I wear them like an accessory and a survival tool....
Laite Hebe 3 Pack Medical Compression Socks
These copper cuties have been w/me for 2yrs, they help keep my wobbly knees in check without feeling bulky or stiff. They haven’t lost their shape or gone loose 🧡🦿
Whether I’m walking, standing too long, or just existing they’ve got my back (well...
Copper Knee Brace 2 Pack - Compression
My Full-Body Sleep Saver 💕🛏️ I have a ton of widespread body pain, and this pillow has seriously changed my sleep quality. At night, I tend to subluxate, and this gives me support all around without needing a million separate pillows!!!(which used ...
MOON PINE U Shaped Full Body Pregnancy Pillow
🧡✨ Whether I’m out or just trying not to roll something while walking to the fridge, they give me the snug, supported feel I look for. I’ve been able to use them with shoes, but have to watch out not to wear them to long. I use these everyday. They ...
Ankle Support / Heel Brace
My Everyday Back Buddy 💪🖤 This Velcro adjustable back brace is a total MVP in my chronic illness toolkit. I use it for extra stability while I’m building real strength. Especially when my ribs, spine, or posture are feeling out of whack (thanks, ED...
Velcro Back Brace
I love these!! For When My Fingers Feel 97 Years Old (at 20)🖤🫠 These lil sleeves legit save my hands on spicy times. They add just enough compression to calm the chaos without making me feel like a robot! I keep a few in my “I’m not okay” bag and b...
Arthritis Finger Sleeve
For When My Fingers Just Need A Break 🫠🖤 These splints have been such a game changer when my fingers feel unstable. They keep everything aligned and give my joints a break without being too annoying. I use them when I need support for healing, rest...
4 Pcs Trigger Finger Splints for Knuckle Immobilization
A Way My Hands Rest At Night 💤🖤 This resting splint is a must on flare nights (or days) when my wrist and fingers just won’t. It keeps my hand in a comfy, supported position so I’m not waking up in pain or sleep with T-Rex arms and wake up with wei...
FEATOL Resting Hand Splint Stroke Night
Mouth rest in a more natural comfortable position, I can breath and it doesn’t feel super uncomfortable (Affiliate link)
2 Pack Nxtrnd Classic Mouth Guard for Sports
My support buddy
Lightweight Folding Walker with Seat and Brakes
They help so much with chronic pain!! I’m very grateful for these
Best Arthritis Gloves
I really love this ankle support, it’s adjustable and flexible while keeping my ankle from further injury. Got it for wayyy cheaper on amazon then at my Drs. It’s also light weight so doesn’t hurt when wearing shoes or out and about.
WHCOOL Slim-Fit Ankle Brace with 2 Pads M
Hot + Cold Tools for Flare Days ♨️❄️
Whether it’s a nerve flare, a rib lighting pain, or full body pain that just won’t quit, this is my personal toolkit of heat and ice magic.
These help calm inflammation, soothe spasms, and give me tiny moments of relief when my body’s going through ...
MY FAVORITE!!!! 🧊🫠 This cap has turned my level 20 (1-10) migraine to a level 5. NO JOKE, Cold, comfy and blocks out light like a champ AND compresses! True game changer as a girl that has migraines for months on end. 💆♀️✨ (Affiliate link)
TheraICE Migraine Relief Cap Ice Pack Mask
Tiny But Mighty 🧦🔥 My ankles love to act up, and these little lifesavers come in clutch every time.They’re like warm short socks for pain. And since the toes are open I don’t overheat and sweat! They are soothing and snug. With three different heat...
Comfytemp USB Wearable Heating Pad for Ankle
My Ride-or-Die for Spicy Hip Days 🔥🍑 This heating pad wraps perfectly around the hip like a cozy hug that actually gets it 💛 Whether it’s cramps, joint pain, or a flare-up, this lil hot babe saves me every time. (Affiliate link)
Comfytemp Hip Heating Pad for Sciatica Pain Relief
My Back’s Emotional Support Heater 🔥💆♀️ When my spine is screaming or my muscles feel like stone, this is the first thing I grab. It covers a lot of surface area, heats up fast. I sometime just want it warm which is why I love that it can be 80 de...
Hervimo Weighted Heating Pad for Back Pain
My Little Healing Glow-Up Lamp 🔴✨ I was skeptical at first, but red light has seriously helped with my pain, stiffness, and energy. It gives spa-meets-science vibes and feels like my cells are smiling at me when I use it. Which is during flares, bef...
YUNCHI 2-in-1 TDP & Infrared Heat Therapy
My Cold Weather Lifeline ❄️🔥 When winter hits and my joints go full drama queen, this heating blanket saves me daily. It’s like crawling into a toasty cocoon that melts the aches away. Cozy, calming, and honestly the a huge reason why I survive wint...
Sunbeam Royal Luxe Microplush Heated Blanket
⚡️ Energy + Recovery Boosts 💆🏽♀️
Lynnette is an amazing God sent nurse who has brought me back to life! Literally! Shes gentle, understanding and takes her time to care for patients. She’s not only helped me but my loved ones. Highly highly recommend!
Nurses Station (@essential_v.i.t.a.l.s) · Pearland, TX
Dr.Hall is an amazing professional chiropractor who cares about his patients. He is extremely knowledgeable and willing to further educate himself so he can provide the best service. With my condition (EDS) which is always changing I need a chiroprac...
Smart Body Chiropractic & Wellness
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