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How do you stay comfortable when you're uncomfortable?

AxialSpondyloarthritis.net Team

If you suffer from AS, then you probably know the struggle of always trying to make yourself comfortable in almost every situation. What items or methods do you use to stay comfortable on your worst days?

CommunityMemberef23ef Member
The foam mattress, foam pillow to sit on, and hearing pad are definately my go-tos. I also have a vibrating heating pad which is awesome!
I will be taking a long flight in November so the inflatable water bottle and travel pillow will now be part of my kit! I have also picked up some comfy clothes for the flight. Thanks for the great suggestions, everyone!
1. Rebecca C Moderator & Contributor
  Great items to have to help with the pain. Thanks for sharing. I do hope your trip is a pain-free excursion and that you enjoy your time away. That vibrating heating pad sounds incredible. Maybe I'll get it for the holidays as a gift. Putting it on the list. Wishing you the best of health. Rebecca (team member)
2. Doreen H Community Admin
  
  Thanks for adding to the conversation!
  The vibrating heating pad sounds heavenly.
  Safe travels and have a great trip!
  ~Doreen (Team member)
CommunityMember7c96c5 Member
Foam mattress
1. Doreen H Community Admin
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  I agree, I love mine!
  ~Doreen (Team Member)
2. Rebecca C Moderator & Contributor
  Oh yes - I put on a 4-inch foam mattress pad and I love it. Thanks for sharing what has helped. Hoping your pain is low and energy up. Rebecca (team member)
CommunityMember2bc6c3 Member
My heating pad
1. Nett Member
  hot tub when can’t get in a pool to float. Using a noodle u der your ankles and a noodle under your neck. You can float in the water weightless and all the aches and pains go away. You feel no pain anymore. It’s amazing if I could sleep in a pool like that I would.
2. Rebecca C Moderator & Contributor
  Hello! Your description definitely describes how much you cherish these moments of tranquility and relief. If only we could sleep in such a peaceful state all the time! Thanks for joining in and helping us find comfort. Warmly - Rebecca (team member)
CommunityMember90a629 Member
When I travel, I always carry an inflatable water bottle, a travel blanket, and an inflatable travel pillow for my lower back. They are comforting, especially on long flights, and they clip onto my carry-on for convenience.
1. Rebecca C Moderator & Contributor
  - you have some beneficial items should pain appear in full force. Thanks for sharing what's in your pain toolbox. Warmly - Rebecca (team member)