You’re off on holiday, not due for a flare up, you’re body is in a pretty predictable rhythm and you’re really looking forward to enjoying your trip. Sods law – you’ll get a flare up.
I always try to be as prepared as possible, so that if a flare up does happen, I can still enjoy my trip. As I’m writing this, I’m preparing for our weekend break and I’ve got a flare up – 5 days early. This is one of those rare occasions where my bodies ability to keep me guessing and flare up when least expected is actually a gift, as my flare up was due for the day we are flying!
This is everything I bring with me on a trip to make sure that I cover every aspect of a potential flare up:
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TENS machine
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Magnesium oil/bath salts
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Heat patches
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Tiger balm for neck and shoulder pain
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Tiger balm for headaches
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4head
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Migraine patches
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Painkillers
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Everyday medication
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Heat packs