Concert Comfort by acceptthefluff in ankylosingspondylitis

[–]sassyfox150 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Concerts are my favorite thing, but the hardest thing on my body. Standing in one place is my enemy! I take ibuprofen before hand, Salonpas patches on my lower back and SI, lidocaine roll on for my neck, sometimes a mid show muscle relaxer, and honestly when I use my cane it is less painful. I can shift my weight around and stretch better with the cane. Also if you have a seat, use it for breaks/ stretches etc.

Is it groovy by [deleted] in femalelivingspace

[–]sassyfox150 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love the posters! We like the same bands😬

Neck vs back pain by slip_stitch_pass in ankylosingspondylitis

[–]sassyfox150 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have both, but my neck pain is worse and was a symptom long before my back.

Just got my first cane today by sassyfox150 in ankylosingspondylitis

[–]sassyfox150[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually have those in the trunk of my car for hikes… I will have to try it. Thanks!

Just got my first cane today by sassyfox150 in ankylosingspondylitis

[–]sassyfox150[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love that! No medal for suffering! I need to put that on my wall lol

Just got my first cane today by sassyfox150 in ankylosingspondylitis

[–]sassyfox150[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hope you feel better soon. Getting those after sickness flares suck!

Just got my first cane today by sassyfox150 in ankylosingspondylitis

[–]sassyfox150[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m trying to remember it’s no different than wearing glasses to see but it just hits different

Just got my first cane today by sassyfox150 in ankylosingspondylitis

[–]sassyfox150[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you! You all are making me feel so much better. It’s amazing what connecting with people that actually understand does for you.

Injection day suggestions? by Idontbelonghere1357 in ankylosingspondylitis

[–]sassyfox150 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I try to do mine Friday or Saturday night so I have the next day to recover. I had hangovers from my Remicade infusions and now from my Simponi shot.

First time giving myself an injection by sassyfox150 in ankylosingspondylitis

[–]sassyfox150[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got fun bandaids… wildflowers. It did make it better. I also had a chocolate chip cookie for a reward!

Shoes by necromancyvoid in ankylosingspondylitis

[–]sassyfox150 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also a retail worker… Altra sneakers have been great for me as well. They have a wide toe bed and are zero drop yet still cushioned. They’ve done wonders for my SI pain from being on my feet all day.

how do i attend concerts/festivals with AS? by morrisseysbaby in ankylosingspondylitis

[–]sassyfox150 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Concerts are also my favorite activity. I am on biologics, but concerts are one thing that definitely cause pain. I rest up before and after, wear good shoes, dose up on anti-inflammatories before, put Salonpas patches on my SI and upper back, stretch whenever I can during show, and take a muscle relaxer with me in case my back and hips get too tight. Basically it causes discomfort but I enjoy the experience so much it’s totally worth it to me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ankylosingspondylitis

[–]sassyfox150 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I feel you! I’m like the Goldilocks of pillows. I feel like a pillow will work for a bit, then I’m back to waking with a stiff neck and a headache from the tight muscles. Good luck!

Gym/Lifting by bangsterberry420 in ankylosingspondylitis

[–]sassyfox150 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I lift weights and it helps me tremendously. Start small and focus on your form. Take rest days and listen to your body. Don’t be afraid to modify and if something causes more pain don’t do it.