Are you looking for a gift for someone withfibromyalgia,chronic fatigue syndrome, orchronic pain?
Here are 10 gift ideas and whether or not they’re appropriate for the person you’re shopping for.
Warming Products: Likely Win!
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Easing physical and emotional stress can help alleviate our symptoms, so promoting relaxation is good.
Soothing music is a good option for many andit’s actually therapeutic.
Check what technology the person uses or is comfortable with, as some prefer less up-to-date options.
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Possible gifts could include music-download gift cards, wireless speaker, CDs, MP3 player, or good headphones.
A subscription to a streaming music service is also a good option.
Other possibilities are massage devices or things that aid meditation.
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Use caution when considering these choices:
Time Fillers: Likely Win!
A lot of good books are out there, but so are a lot of bad ones.
Exercise-Related Gifts: Could Be a Big No!
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This is one to avoid unless you know for certain it’s something the individual would want!
Plants: Maybe?
However, they could be a bad idea.
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Flowering plants can be a big problem for someone with allergies, too.
The same goes for gift certificates with an expiration date.
Gift cards for online retailersor local stores with an online presencemay be a better choice.
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Many have food sensitivities as well, which could mean food given as a gift goes to waste.
venture to be sensitive to the person’s financial situation, though.
Time & Help: Always a Win!
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The less functional the person is, the more they would probably appreciate the gift of time and help.
Can you help with grocery shopping?
Putting up or taking down the Christmas tree?
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Think about what they might need done and make that your gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on what they need or have trouble with.
To know for sure, it’s best to ask the person you’d like to help.
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If you have fragrance sensitivities, be cautious about pillows stuffed with foams as they can put off fumes.
Office on Women’s Health.Fibromyalgia.
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