After our month-long road trip to Texas and back with our camper (videos at the link), I put together a short video about how I manage--and even enjoy!--traveling with chronic illness. The focus of this video is on road trips, by car or RV, though I previously wrote a blog post with Tips for Air Travel.
In this new video, I cover routines, rest, medications & supplements, and more.
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| I spend lots of time here - especially restful when surrounded by nature! |
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| My nap spot in the backseat of the truck. |
You can watch the brief video on YouTube or I will include it below:
One viewer commented that heated seats in the car help with her back pain, which reminded me of a couple of tips I forgot to include:
- I brought our microwavable heating pad along, which I needed for my low back after long hours in the car. Our camper has a microwave, but many hotel rooms or rentals do, too. This kind of pad can also be frozen to use as an ice pack. I love this one, which is well-made, with sealed edges, so it holds up for a long time.
- I have an awesome back cushion that I use in the car. I initially bought it mainly to move me forward a bit when I'm the one driving our truck (I'm only 5'1"), but it's so comfy that it also helps when I'm in the passenger seat, and I also use it in my recliner at home when I'm sitting up to work on my laptop. I got one for my step-mom, too, who lives with chronic pain, and she loves it!
I want to hear YOUR tips!
Are you able to travel? If so, what helps?
Share your experiences (or any questions) in the comments below.
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