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I've talked about my Plantar Faciitis before and have a couple of suggestions! I am 25 and have been dealing with this stuff for about 8 years now.

First off, start by wearing these Plantar Faciitis socks and massaging your heel/arch every night with this cream. It helps so much! The cream helps with inflammation and is a great way to get it down deep into your muscles. The socks feel VERY tight, but don't freak out, that's okay! They help! I wear them under my "real" socks when I wear shoes/jeans that will cover them so they don't show. My mom also has Plantar Faciitis and she has more of a "IDGAF" attitude and wears them ALWAYS, but I'm not on her level.

Shoe wise, check out some of the more "comfort" brands like Merrell, The Walking Company, Clarks, Cole Haan, LifeStride, Aerosoles, Dr. Scholls, Easy Spirit, and Earth Origins. Many of the shoes will seem ugly, but you will find a good shoe every now and then! I would also suggest going to a place like DSW and trying on all the different brands to find which ones fit you the best. My mom loves Clarks, but the arches on them are in a weird place for my feet. Bring your inserts with you wherever you go to try on shoes!! See if they fit in the shoes and sometimes you may have to get a shoe that is a half size or full size bigger because of them.

I used to wear heels to work every day and now I've changed my style a little because of my plantar faciitis. I now always wear inserts inside oxfords, desert boots, really any types of boots, or loafers. The only type of heel I will touch is if it's a wedge or a "chunky" heel (which is coming into style and thankfully easier to find nowadays!).

I personally use these and love them because they have different thicknesses for different types of shoes you may have. While they are more expensive than insoles you might pick up at Walmart, they are awesome! My doctor actually recommended them to me because I couldn't afford custom ones.

Once you get into a routine and get into the right shoes, there is a light at the end of the tunnel...I promise! I've been able to manage my pain and it's hardly a problem anymore. Good luck!!

Currently going through this same issue. There's a few things I've found to give me some relief. I see in other comments that you're from Germany so I'll try to keep that in mind 👍

I use a gel ice pack that wraps around my neck. I also have a heat pack, but personally, the ice pack is much more relieving for my migraines.

Menthol cream like Biofreeze is a great way to give you at least a half hour of pain relief. Just rub some on your forehead, neck and maybe a little on your cheek bones, and you'll feel a cooling sensation that can really help you out in a pinch.

I'm fortunate enough to be in a state that has relaxed its medical marijuana laws, but I see that Germany is still keeping its MMJ close to the chest. Medical marijuana isn't for everyone, but it's worth looking into, especially since you're in a medication overuse predicament. There's a lot of different capacities medical marijuana comes in, at least in the States. I looked up some information about qualifying for medical marijuana in Germany if this is something that interests you.

Best of luck. This isn't an easy battle, but it'll get better.

EDIT: I also recommend the steroid taper for really troublesome migraines. I’ve gotten one mega-migraine per month recently and each time I’ve used a prednisone taper. My neurologist has his concerns about using this method too much, but so far it’s doing the trick.

Another thing I’ve thought of is ER visits. Sometimes you just can’t get any relief and your doctor isn’t readily available. I don’t know what the emergency healthcare situation is like in Germany, but in the States we have ERs in hospitals and standalone facilities. The standalone ER clinics are pretty badass, so if you have some equivalent to that I strongly recommend it. Most emergency rooms are armed with the “migraine cocktail.” It’s usually some combination of an anti-convulsant, anti-nausea, muscle relaxer, steroid, triptan or magnesium. You can tell them about your medication overuse headaches and they can adjust the recipe. Like I said, I’m dealing with MOH and going to the ER has helped me out, so I wouldn’t worry too much about their meds triggering another headache. It’s worth a shot, anyways.

I buy most of this stuff at Vons/Albertsons! The Wheat-grass is next to the basil/cilantro herb section in the produce area, which is near the organic stuff. Water cress (or land cress) should be in that area too.

Coconut water seems to be everywhere, but I guess it would be near wherever your pomegranate and naked juices are?

CoQ10 is just a vitamin supplement you can skip, but it has a good flavor in liquid form. Its supposedly good for 'all around health' and basically just adds a yummy flavor (its like orange cream sickle). I buy it at Costco for the best price per ounce.

Aloe Vera is the only one I have to go to a 'healthy food' store , or buy on Amazon. Also, all the stuff I listed will be at a 'healthy food' store for sure. (whole foods, sprouts, trader joes, etc.)

Kefir is by the yogurts.

Oh and the joint powder- again totally skipable, but I buy Schiff joint care from Amazon because, well, I just try to take care of my joints :) I prefer it in powder form for my juices, which is hard to find in stores.

I absolutely love my juice after 6 weeks of doing it and I highly recommend it!

K.I.S.S. Keep It Simple, Stupid. Words to live by!

Gloves. Just your standard Nitrile gloves. I have a box in my closet with about 5 pair in my truck. Although with Texas summers here, I'd bet they've melted together by now. I should really check on that...

Safety Glasses Any brand will do. Just look for ANSI Z87.1. You'll probably never use them, or 90% of what's in your bag, but they're nice to have on hand.

Knife w/seat belt cutter & window punch. This is mine. I keep it on my trucks visor when I'm driving, and on me when I'm not. Cheap and useful. A little big though.

Simple Breathing mask. Always good to have around.

Gauze Rolls & Gauze Pads. I've used these a couple times, all on myself. I have the uncanny ability to fall when running outdoors. It's truly a gift.

Large SAM Splint. Surprisingly I've used two in only a year of building my kit. Once for myself, colles fracture from tripping, and the second time for a friend who slipped in my kitchen. We're not the most coordinated bunch.

And if you're feeling adventuress (sp?), Emergency Blanket, Cold Pack, & a Hot Pack. These aren't necessary, but nice to have if you have some extra $$$ to burn.

This is all i carry in my truck medical wise. It's also a good idea to have a flashlight on your vehicle or in the bag. Don't waste money on anything "fancy". You'll never use them and if you do you'll probably get sued.

I received a pre-stocked jump bag from a family member as a gift for getting my EMT cert. Came with OPA's, C-Collar, Adult/Pedi BVM, & a couple suture kits. These are no-no's. Good Samaritan laws won't protect you if you use these. DON'T BUY/USE THEM WHEN NOT ON A RIG! (The suture kits are another matter...just don't) I took these out of my bag completely.

TL;DR K.I.S.S. Avoid anything a non-EMS person couldn't use.

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Here's the info I've compiled over the years to deal with my stuffed up nose and sinuses:

If you have an infection (sinus or otherwise!) reduce dietary intake of sugars and simple starches (crackers, rice, potatoes, pasta, bread, cereal, etc). BACTERIA EAT SUGAR. Plus, starches dramatically depress the immune system for hours.

Avoid trans (bad) fats at all costs.

make it a high priority to eat abundant "good fats". Obtain some grass fed butter (and meat for that matter) for cooking if you can. Improves immunity immensely.

EAT MUSHROOMS for immune enhancement!

Brush your teeth WELL and frequently. Important to be aware that bacteria can travel from one cavity to another in your head. Dental, ear, and sinus ills may all be related! Mouth, throat, nasal passages, sinuses, and ears are all connected and can share germs.

Thorough oral rinse at rising, at bedtime, and after meals: 1/2 t salt to 8 oz warm water. Rinse, gargle, spit out until the cup is empty. Tip your head and work to get into all the "nooks and crannies".

Eco-Dent mouthwash is good as well. Pluse Dentek Easy Brush Interdental Cleaners and a [waterpik](http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_2_8?url=search-alias%3Dhpc&field-keywords=waterpik%20water%20flosser&sprefix=waterpik%2Chpc%2C240] .

Get more sleep.

Antibacterial herbs: thyme, myrrh, mints, basil, cloves

Steam:
Boil a pot of water on the stove and add aromatic oils (those listed above, and/or tea tree, eucalyptus, lemon, etc). Take the pot off the burner, throw a towel over your head and the pot and inhale the steam. Alternatively you can use a facial steamer . It has a contoured bowl that you put your face into, a heating element and a cup at the bottom of the bowl that boils a small amount of water to which you can add aromatic oils. Much less muss and fuss than the pot-and-towel method, and less risk of burning yourself. Costs about $20.

A wonderful oil blend for steaming is First Response by Aura Cacia. Contains tea tree, eucalyptus, lemon, sweet orange, lavendar, and sandalwood oils.

double to triple fluid intake: The "health nut" guideline for fluid intake is 1/2 ounce per pound of body weight per day. Good to drink this much every day, not just when you're sick.

Hot garlicky soup.

hot packs on face/sinuses (across bridge of nose) /head and on ear/s. This one is awesome:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00012QEFM/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 It's called the MediBeads Moist Heat Therapy Sinus Wrap

Garlic supplements to guard against your congestion turning into an infection. Garlic oil in the steamer, also.

Beyond all this, I take Zyrtec, Benedryl, Mucinex (sometimes) and a prescription called Singulair which works in a different way than antihistamines and decongestants to clear your nasal passages and sinuses. I also take a high quality omega 3 oil supplement to combat inflammation which is a major contributor to blocked sinuses/nasal passages. Tell your doctor the standard OTC go-to's aren't helping. Ask him whether Singulair might help you, and ask about an allergy workup.

edit: Please excuse my formatting errors. The waterpik one just will not cooperate with me. :-P

Since everyone else seems to have covered the medical aspects of migraine help, might I suggest getting her something like this? You'll want to make sure it's able to be used for warm and cold water, though, since a good portion of the ones on Amazon and elsewhere are only for cold water. The one I have is honestly the best investment I ever made for my migraines. It's lightweight (which was a major problem with hot water bottles; the warmth helped, but the /weight/ of them on my face was painful), it conforms to wherever it's held against (so, like, it'll smoosh against everywhere on her face if her migraines are like mine and hit in the glasses/mask region), and it's flexible for whatever helps alleviate the pain (so if cold helps, she can fill it with ice, but the warmth aspect helps mine the best). If you or she does get one, though, you'll want to make sure that you don't use too hot of water in it, because 1) it's painful against the skin (since it's just a thin rubber-like bag), and 2) it can actually make the bag leak/burst, which would be even more painful. Hot tap water works just fine, with the added bonus of her not needing to stand around waiting for water to heat in the microwave/on the stove/in the kettle, y'know?

Like this but blanket sized? Sounds cozy. My mom loves electric blankets but I'm paranoid about fire, TBH. I love a warm bed though and I like the weight of blankets so I tend to layer a lot of blankets in the winter and heat up some Magic Bags and pop them under the covers to warm up. I love a toasty bed. 😋

Hey man, late to the thread but I wanted to share with you what I did when I started having pain in the same hand.

This cream is magic. Use it as directed, especially put on a good amount before bed.

Another thing I did was stop mashing. I was hitting my next ability like 10 times during the gcd when it wasn't really needed. I now time my abilities and the strain is gone.

Also, buy a mechanical keyboard if it fits your budget. If you're using a membrane one where you have to depress the buttons pretty hard, that's added strain that's easily eliminated by a more sensitive mechanical board.

Good luck man.

I also had heat intolerance as a very early symptom. I loved summer as a kid, and 5 years ago, I thought I was dying. It felt like I was carrying weights on my arms and legs. I thought I was having a stroke, because I wasn't making any sense when I was speaking.
Now that I know this about myself, I am super careful on the subway, and being outside in general. I use these headbands, and honestly, they are awesome. I highly recommend them to anyone who has heat intolerance.

Here are some excellent devices to aid people with osteoarthritis:

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Another elxcellent pain relief therapy is a warm parafin bath, much like many nail salon/spas offer. I had a recent injury to my left hand (fell on it on ice and got a bad contusion), and this is a very pleasant form of relief

I suspect that the size of the cello is not so important as the issues you have with function, and it is for this reason that I ask you to be more specific as to what functional issues you are having with playing the cello. Is it the left hand, the right hand, and what exactly you experience that you wish to address?

Great question! I will definitely be following to get other ideas!

We live in SoCal now but plan to get married in the Capital Region of NY, so we are planning to incorporate things from both areas.

Right now we have the following planned (but this may change):

• Saratoga Chips (supposed birth place of potato chips)
  
• Saratoga Water Bottles (well known for water as well)
  
• Wilson Creek Winery Mini Almond Champagne Bottles (FH and I went horseback riding at this winery our first year living out here in SoCal)
  
• Cookies from my favorite local bakery
  
• Mini packs of Tylenol and Advil (from Amazon)
  
• Pedialyte Powder Packets (seriously the best hangover cure)
  
• Shout Wipes
  
• Lip Balm
  
• An itinerary/guidebook/etc of some kind with wedding schedule, local attractions, public transit options, and a list of phone numbers for cabs, emergency contact person, etc.
  
  ETA: I can't get the bullets to work right now. Also trying to decide what to put all of this in right now.

It's not a "scam" per se. The FDA has approved coolsculpting and the process behind how it works is an actual thing.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cryolipolysis

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4444424/

However the marketing and results are hugely overstated bordering if not entirely lying with classic fitness industry techniques (managing water weight for pictures etc). And there are plenty of currently available ice pack solutions that do the same thing that aren't marketed and upsold specifically for this purpose that will work just as well. Ex. https://www.amazon.com/LotFancy-Therapy-Reusable-Microwavable-Freezable/dp/B013FWXKA6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1492703161&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=belly+ice+pack&psc=1

However a session of cool sculpting or DIY or whatever for your average husky will probably throw off way less than a pound of fat over a 2 month period. The 10 to 25% reduction (on regimen) is only seen in morbidly obese patients and they literally lose weight by skipping lunch.

For certain areas Cryolipolysis is actually good, for example like face fat which is generically not prioritized for liquidation.

Also just an FYI if any solution worked as well as it's marketing said it did you'd have a huge mortality rate for doing it.

Just taking 1 liter of fat (2.2 pounds) in one session for liposuction in a 110lb person can raise their risk of death to a significant degree (single digit percentages seriously), no actual surgeon should even agree to this volume. Currently the general mortality rate is %0.0002 used to be %0.0016 in the 70's.

I've had good experience with the cream Penetrex for connective tissue issues (tendons and ligaments especially). It might not hurt for you to at least try out this topical cream. I'd rub it in thoroughly at least three times daily for several days and see if it helps.

Disclosure: I don't represent Penetrex. I'm just a happy customer. Good luck!

https://www.amazon.com/Penetrex-Pain-Relief-Medication-Breakthrough/dp/B0026HDURA

Yeah, agreed. I have heard of Plum Flower before - some of their supplements came recommended by an acupuncturist I used to see, but that's all, just heard of them, never tried them. They were too expensive through my acupuncturist.

I've had nothing but positive experiences buying random stuff from my local asian supermarket. Foods, teas, even stuff like fried gluten in a bag. And in the medicine section, I've bought tons of axe universal oil (cooling), it's $3 at the market. red oil (heating) is about the same. White flower oil is $6. Seems like it would be safe but ya never know. The Plum Flower product has good reviews, but I'm also a little weary of Amazon reviews.

Oh man, I'm so sorry. This does not sound like anything I've ever dealt with. When MY migraines last multiple days, they sort of come and go. The first day, usually it's really, really bad. Then in goes away for a while, but it comes back the next day, usually around or a little after day #1, and then it's really bad again.

But day#3 and beyond, it's the same story, but reduced intensity. Like if migraines were a ball, the first bounce would be day#1, and each bounce after would have less force. Is that similar to your situation?

Tips I've developed over 20 years:

1. Treat when the pain is minor, not just when it's serious Migraines start small and they grow in intensity. Almost anything you do will be more effective when the intensity is lower. So treat it THEN. Don't wait until it's bad.
   
   
2. Pain over the eye: If you experience pain over one eye, treat with heat. My personal favorite is to stand in a hot shower with water pouring onto or just above the point of pain and dripping down. This is often more effective for me than medication.
   
   If you are attempting to drive somewhere with this symptom, turn up the heat full blast. Turn the car into a giant heat pack. This will make you sweat balls, but it can be very effective treatment
   
   
3. Pain in back of neck: My worst symptom is often pain at the back of my neck. For that, I find that two things help immensely: A) Lying face down on the mattress. This is counterintuitive, it will FEEL wrong at first. But give it a few minutes. A half hour face down on the mattress has cured my back of neck pain a few times and frequently reduced it. There is one caveat though - sometimes the pain will subtly move back to my eye while I'm in this position, and when that happens this is no longer likely to help. B) Use Heat Packs: This may or may not be common sense, but heat packs are great treatment for this symptom. I use one that wears kind of like a cape
   
   
4. Misc:
   Cold bands are often very helpful. Sometimes going back and forth between heat and cold is especially effective.
   
   Best of luck. Don't stop trying

Get one of these (or 2 so you can swap them out and always have 1 cold). For many, cold can provide some extra relief and these are awesome because you don't have to hold it and it's gel, so it's flexible and doesn't get as cold.

I'm 30 and I have had migraines since I was in middle school, so I've had some time to learn my triggers. Heat, bright light, and physical exertion are my biggest ones (I live in Florida... the cruel irony). I do have some food triggers though and I learned by going on keto that carbs/sugar is one of them. I've been on keto 2 years now and it has definitely helped. I have been using Migraine Buddy to track my migraines since March, and according to it I have had 19 migraines. That comes out to one every 1.7 (8 x 4 / 19) weeks on average. I wasn't tracking before keto, but it definitely felt like it was more often than that.

Hmm, fascinating. I haven't tried heat yet, as I normally despise being warm and feel like, in general, being warmer makes me feel more headache-y and queasy, but maybe a specific rice pack would help, I'm going to try it! Otherwise, I've done ice on my forehead or back of the neck, and that seems to help. Even asked for one of THESE goofy-looking things for Christmas!

Ice is the best!

You should look into strap-on headbands that you can put ice packs in, or something like this. Having a thing to hold it onto your head, leaving you with both hands free and full mobility, is such a game changer.

Actually the main reason I posted is because I wanted people to start talking about better ways. There's gotta be better/easier things to use. I had thought of using something like this or some other large bladder. So any better ideas are welcomed!

Sounds like you need some SMR (self myofascial release). Get a beastie ball (or lacrosse ball if you don't have access) and work it into the bottom of your calf muscle and the bottom of your foot. To get the calf, sit on the floor with your butt all the way back against the wall and place the ball under your calf. Work around until you find the painful knot then lean forward and keep pressure on it. For the bottom of the foot, take off your shoe and stand on it while holding onto the rack. Work it around your sole. Working both of these areas should give you some relief. (You can also stand on a rumble roller with no shoes to work your soles, just hold onto the rack!)

The other thing I would recommend is Penetrex. This stuff is really effective at relieving plantar and tendinitis issues.

I'm not familiar with the Fingertraps, but it might be worth checking out some different shoes if the above doesn't help resolve it. Good luck!

EDIT: Don't be afraid to rest! You'll probably want to avoid runs until it's felt better for a couple weeks else you risk aggravating it again. Swap rows for runs until it's had time to heal.

I also get a lot of cramps relief from filling a sock with uncooked rice and then microwaving it for a couple of minutes. It stays nice and warm a long time and can be very comforting. I have also used these things a lot for cramps when I had to be in class or something

http://www.amazon.com/ThermaCare-Heat-Wraps-Shoulder-1-Count/dp/B004TNBZJO/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1370213478&sr=1-1&keywords=heating+packs+disposable

If you can find something like this electric pad that'll definitely help. If that's out of your price range they sell much cheaper little versions at places like CVS, Wallgreens and probably Target that'll still help heaps. No more than 15-20 minutes at a time.

See if you can also get a massage. The sports/deep tissue kind.

EDIT: Oh, and rest.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001PM15XI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1496793754&sr=8-1&keywords=bodymed+heating+pad
This is the ultimate heating pad. I LOVE mine. You can adjust the actual temp, not just low medium high. Perfect moist heat. Has an adjustable timer. It is awesome. A little pricey but soooo worth it.

I had pain in my wrists when I started out. It's gone now but this is what I did to fix it:

• took two weeks off playing
  
• slept with wrist braces to keep my wrists in a neutral position all night. This maximizes circulation and promotes healing. I still sleep with these.
  
• stretch for 5 mins before every practice session
  
• applied Penetrex anti-inflammatory cream after a long practice session.
  
• practiced in front of a mirror to make sure my posture was good and there were no awkward angles in my wrists
  
• switched to classical position and got a nice adjustable foot stool.
  
  That pretty much cleared it up, but I didn't have any serious pain or anything. Just the early onset of something nasty. Definitely take care of it now before it gets bad.

Anyone had any luck with anti inflammation creams?

Saw some on amazon w/ arnica that have fantastic ratings.

like this one:

https://www.amazon.com/Penetrex-Extra-Strength-2-Oz/dp/B0026HDURA/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1511913509&sr=8-3&keywords=anti+inflammation+cream

Trying to get off the aspartame myself... Powerade Zero is alright and this Emergen-C is pretty good as well...

It helps me with migraines. it's a herbal oil...here is a link: https://www.amazon.com/Tiger-Balm-Liniment-Relief-Herbal/dp/B00S2YZLNC
I would never joke about anything that could help with headaches! Sorry, it was supposed to be an encouraging wink...
You can rub it on your forehead and temples.

I hear ya brother! I am 43 and it's a constant battle.

I have found that if I use a mix of these two products...

http://www.aspercreme.com/pain-relieving-creme.html

and

https://www.amazon.com/Penetrex-Pain-Relief-Therapy-Experience/dp/B0026HDURA

....I am pretty good with keeping the soreness at bay.

Also, I will wear around the Bear Komplex lite knee sleeves for a few hours after a squat workout or something similar. Helps keep them warm and from stiffening up too bad...

https://www.amazon.com/Bear-KompleX-Knee-Compression-Sleeves/dp/B06XR9342D/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_pdt_img_top?ie=UTF8

I have BriteLeafs Far Infrared https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0124B0RUU?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share and it's alright. Doesn't get super hot but helps. I've used it in movie theaters and on road trips, and getting a second battery is nice

I have this one
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00075M1T6?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

The quality is meh but it is quite cheap. It is big though so it might not be good for your face.

I don't have any experience with it, but something like this might be better

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00012QEFM/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1541347741&sr=8-2&keywords=moist+heating+pad+face&dpPl=1&dpID=41JGTX5TRGL&ref=plSrch

Easy, buy these two items for a total of 45 bucks and you have the ingredients for tannerite. Fun stuff.

https://www.amazon.com/Dynarex-Instant-Cold-Inches-24-Count/dp/B004CQ5NUK/

https://www.amazon.com/Pounds-Aluminum-Powder-30-micron/dp/B00KF598X0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1512053748&sr=8-1&keywords=powdered+aluminum

Have you tried Penetrex? It has a ton of great reviews on Amazon.

I prefer an old school ice bag. This is the one I have.. It never leaks, can be used with warm water as a hot pack, and best of all, I don't have to plan in advance because I always have ice in my freezer anyway.

Hey, not sure if this will be helpful but I've suffered from Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis the past 17 years and I've found this arthritis joint pain to be really awesome in addition to traditional aspirin.

https://www.amazon.com/Penetrex-Pain-Relief-Therapy-Breakthrough/dp/B0026HDURA/ref=sr_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1501869833&sr=8-4&keywords=arthritis+cream

In addition, I've found it helpful to look for stretches on youtube for the muscles surrounding my problem areas. A lot of pain is due to muscles tensing up around injured regions, so stretches + foam rollers can help too.

If you are interested in running in the future, definitely get custom insoles from places like Roadrunner Sports. They have a bunch of tests/machines to make sure you're not putting pressure on injuries etc.

Yes, generally I don't just chop off fingers for the heck of it. His thumb got caught between the rope and a draw while he was falling somehow and it seperated at the joint. Which I don't think is all that common but it can happen.

As for the ice pack, prepare to be amazed: http://www.amazon.com/Dynarex-Instant-Cold-Inches-24-Count/dp/B004CQ5NUK

Its just stubborn inflammation. I was having a similar issue with my left elbow. Anything like front levers or getting warmed up would hurt my elbow. I tried strengthening opposing muscles, I tried ice/heat cycles, I tried massage, stretching, etc.

What finally got it to go away was This

In addition to that, I would recommend taking excess vitamin D for a week or so.

They make ice packs with Velcro belts. I use one for my neck when in pain. I could totally imagine this being super useful.

My doctor gave me 800mg ibuprofen to take with my rizatriptan. Some studies show that when combined it actually boosts the effectiveness. Rizatriptan on its own wasn’t that effective, but together it did the job.

Also, my head gets hot so I use an head-wrap ice pack
https://www.amazon.com/Theramed-TMF10133-Cold-Headache-Band/dp/B004O3RF70

Bringing some instant cold packs might help. They stay cold for about 20 minutes.

I invested in an ice bag, and then pin a cloth diaper onto it. Really much colder than normal ice packs, and lasts forever. 10/10, would recommend.

I got these one, it's 24 for $17. I'm sure there are plenty of options. They stay cold for about 20 minutes, which is enough for me to nap at home, or to just lean back at work.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004CQ5NUK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I use this and really find relief, though I look a bit crazy with it! http://www.amazon.com/Theramed-TMF10133-Cold-Headache-Band/dp/B004O3RF70/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449608644&sr=8-1&keywords=headache+ice+pack

Aspirin/Tylenol/Advil or any other type of pain relief, this will help you to not have a headache in case one may occur! So many times I bring some with me because it NEVER fails. I will have at least one on any trip.

I bought these to bring along this year! Figured they will definitely not go unused between aches and pains, keeping cool and or keeping food/drinks cold.

Here are some of my faves:

https://www.amazon.ca/TMF10133-Theramed-Cold-Headache-Band/dp/B004O3RF70

https://www.amazon.com/Natural-Peppermint-Menthol-Rosemary-Headache/dp/B010OE8KQM/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1482593483&sr=1-1&keywords=natural+peppermint+headache+stick

https://www.amazon.com/Koool-Sheets-Adults-Migraine-Count/dp/B004AI8ZE6/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1482593507&sr=1-1&keywords=be+kool+migraine+patches

I lived on Excedrin Migraine before getting pregnant. When I'm getting a migraine now (I get the typical "aura" so I know it's coming) I take two Tylenol and drink some soda. Then I sit with an ice pack head and on for about 30 mins. This has worked each time and stopped me from progressing into full blown migraine. This is the ice pack I use It was the first thing I bought when I found out I was pregnant. It looks silly but has been a life saver.

instant icepack.

http://www.amazon.com/Dynarex-Instant-Cold-Inches-24-Count/dp/B004CQ5NUK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1341700539&sr=8-1&keywords=instant+ice+pack

you'll usually find them in drug stores which is weird why you can't find them. it's much cheaper to buy in bulk online, though.

Do people not realize that anyone can make this stuff? It's just ammonium nitrate and aluminum powder.

You can get the ammonium nitrate from instant cold packs and aluminum powder is readily available on Amazon if you're too lazy to make it yourself.

> Also, because stupid people do stupid shit with dangerous stuff, we need to ban it. Because fuck everyone else who uses it properly.
You know what else can blow up a house? Natural gas. And fertilizer (same shit as Tannerite, really). And gasoline fumes. And probably millions of other household chemicals.
Hey, let's ban gasoline because some dumbass tried to use it to light a bonfire and blew himself up. Or hey, lets ban bleach because someone could use it in their toilet and piss in it, making mustard gas!

I'm with you.

So tannerite is basically just a mixture of ammonium nitrate (scary chemical name!), and aluminum powder. Both of these have very legitimate uses that would make regulation nearly impossible. Aluminum powder is useful for model rockets and fireworks, and ammonium nitrate has uses outside of fertilizers. For example, whenever may lab does outreach to schools, we buy it in large quantities in let kids make cold-packs with it since it absorbs a great deal of energy when dissolving. If you've ever held one of those instant cold-packs with a little pocket of water that you pop to activate, you've probably held nearly a quarter-pound of ammonium nitrate in your hands.

Incidentally, I decided to look up a link to purchase those, and I think y'all would enjoy the first review.

http://www.amazon.com/Dynarex-Instant-Cold-Inches-24-Count/dp/B004CQ5NUK

>For those of you purchasing this with Aluminum Powder - 5 micron - 2 Pounds you may find it interesting to know that there is about 6.5 lbs of the active ingredient in this 24 pack, or about $2.70 / lb, a pretty good deal considering others are asking around $5/lb in bulk.

In a nutshell, people being stupid shouldn't affect the supply of useful materials.