MHE toolbox
Practical tips, comfort strategies, and everyday tools shared by people and families with experience living with MHE.
MHELS sourced MHE Toolbox includes:
Feel good activities:
Spending time with community, friends, and family
Listening to audiobooks using platforms like Audible or Hoopla
A project or art for distraction
Create a dedicated space for "pain days" with activities and comfort items so you can relax and others know you are hurting
Comfort for the body:
Heat pads and heated blankets
Warm compresses and warmies
Epsom Salt Baths
Herbal Teas
Tylenol and advil
Prioritizing mental health
Gel packs in the freezer and cold packs
Adaptive tools
Kizik shoes: Hands free, stylish, and comfortable shoes and boots for children and adults
Lica shoes for foot and ankle support
Adaptive clothes may include pull-on shorts/pants and sensory friendly clothing
Assistive devices (including ones designed for rheumatoid arthritis) can be helpful in making functional activities easier and less frustrating
Gel pillows, mattress toppers, and mattresses can help distribute pressure on bumpy bones
Voice to text technology can help in school and work settings
Hair dryer stand
Information provided on MHELS.org is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare team for decisions regarding your care.
MHE toolbox
Practical tips, comfort strategies, and everyday tools shared by people and families with experience living with MHE.
MHELS sourced MHE Toolbox includes:
Feel good activities:
Spending time with community, friends, and family
Listening to audiobooks using platforms like Audible or Hoopla
A project or art for distraction
Create a dedicated space for "pain days" with activities and comfort items so you can relax and others know you are hurting
Comfort for the body:
Heat pads and heated blankets
Warm compresses and warmies
Epsom Salt Baths
Herbal Teas
Tylenol and advil
Prioritizing mental health
Gel packs in the freezer and cold packs
Adaptive tools
Kizik shoes: Hands free, stylish, and comfortable shoes and boots for children and adults
Lica shoes for foot and ankle support
Adaptive clothes may include pull-on shorts/pants and sensory friendly clothing
Assistive devices (including ones designed for rheumatoid arthritis) can be helpful in making functional activities easier and less frustrating
Gel pillows, mattress toppers, and mattresses can help distribute pressure on bumpy bones
Voice to text technology can help in school and work settings
Hair dryer stand
Information provided on MHELS.org is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare team for decisions regarding your care.
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MHE toolbox
Practical tips, comfort strategies, and everyday tools shared by people and families with experience living with MHE.
MHELS sourced MHE Toolbox includes:
Feel good activities:
- Spending time with community, friends, and family
- Listening to audiobooks using platforms like Audible or Hoopla
- A project or art for distraction
- Create a dedicated space for "pain days" with activities and comfort items so you can relax and others know you are hurting
Comfort for the body:
Heat pads and heated blankets
Warm compresses and warmies
Epsom Salt Baths
Herbal Teas
Tylenol and advil
Prioritizing mental health
Gel packs in the freezer and cold packs
Adaptive tools
Kizik shoes: Hands free, stylish, and comfortable shoes and boots for children and adults
Lica shoes for foot and ankle support
Adaptive clothes may include pull-on shorts/pants and sensory friendly clothing
Assistive devices (including ones designed for rheumatoid arthritis) can be helpful in making functional activities easier and less frustrating
Gel pillows, mattress toppers, and mattresses can help distribute pressure on bumpy bones
Voice to text technology can help in school and work settings
Hair dryer stand
Information provided on MHELS.org is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare team for decisions regarding your care.