Chronic IllnessEnglish • 3 months ago

Tips for chronic pain

Chronic IllnessEnglish • 3 months ago

I have recently discovered that I am hypermobile but social anxiety and the pain prevent me from going to a doctor (also I don’t trust them and they scare me) Do you have any tips on living with chronic pain? Anything from over-the-counter drugs and physical aids to tips for everyday tasks I know I’ll have to talk to a doctor someday but in the meantime I’d like to be able to survive lol

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2•3 months ago
All the online stuff says that the most effective treatment for hypermobility consistent low-impact joint exercises and minimal excess body weight.

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