Bigskyfam Posted June 21, 2016 Report Share Posted June 21, 2016 Guys and gals... I have to say how incredibly helpful this community has been to me. Today as I was reading the spring newsletter I read the question and answer section and was giddy like a game show contestant yelling good answer good answer to you guys' great questions. I love the commentaries and research links as well. This was so timely for me as I get ready ready for my annual specialist road trip. Where I can't think of anything on the way or at my appt but afterwards I feel disappointed as my mind flows with ideas and questions. I'm sure y'all know the feeling. So help me out with car travel tips! I remember my route and have mapped out bathroom breaks... Any other advise, tips, etc??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jknh9 Posted June 21, 2016 Report Share Posted June 21, 2016 I've found compression calf sleeves or knee socks are helpful during travel Also coconut water! And don't forget to wear sunscreen, although that's not dysautonomia-specific, haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katybug Posted June 21, 2016 Report Share Posted June 21, 2016 Use a small roll of paper towels to make a neck roll to put behind your neck. You'd be surprised how much fatigue it saves because it helps support the weight of your head and keeps your neck in a proper posture. You can do the same for a lumbar roll or use a towel rolled into a cylinder and put rubber bands on the ends. Tennis balls can be put on the floor to roll under your feet to give a foot massage and help circulation. Changing the seat position every so often changes the pressure points and reduces stiffness/pain. (Tips from my old chiro when I had to drive a lot for my job.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theabrodrigue Posted June 21, 2016 Report Share Posted June 21, 2016 I always make sure I have salty snacks, my sunglasses, water, and some kind of electrolyte drink on my trips! Best of luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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