In this episode of 'It's Not In Your Head' podcast, Dan and Juz explore the myriad of challenges and strategies around traveling with chronic pain. They discuss pre-travel preparation, in-flight strategies, travel management, and post-travel recovery. Justine shares personal anecdotes about her recent trip to Costa Rica, highlighting practical tips and emotional aspects of managing pain while traveling. They also delve into medication management, communicating needs, and creating a tailored 'holiday program' with your Doctor to ensure a smoother travel experience. The episode aims to empower those with chronic pain to reclaim activities they love, like traveling, by sharing actionable insights and boosting confidence in managing their condition during extraordinary times.

Tmestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:30 A Lighthearted Start

01:53 Travel and Pain: An Overview

02:29 Building Travel Confidence

04:02 Pre-Travel Strategies

08:12 Medication Management

13:15 The Holiday Program

18:06 Flare Management During Travel

23:41 Travel Tips for Managing Disabilities

24:00 Using Wheelchair Services and Handling Reactions

25:06 Personal Travel Experiences and Benefits

27:06 Managing Symptoms During Flights

39:29 Post-Travel Recovery Strategies

41:40 Final Thoughts on Traveling with Pain

Resources:

www.iniyh.com/episodes/ep-26-travel-with-chronic-pain

INCB - Country Regulations for Travellers

incb.org/incb/en/travellers/country-regulations.html