There are a lot of things, on their own or together with medical treatment that you and other people can do to make you feel better. The way you sit or lie down can affect your pain, and what may feel comfortable at first may be painful 15 or 20 minutes later. Family or friends can help you change position as often as necessary. This will also reduce the risk of your skin becoming sore and inflamed as a result of sitting or lying still in one position for long periods. It is important to change your position regularly Rugs or bedding may need to be tidied or changed too.
People feel a lot better when they get back into a cool bed with fresh bed linen.
V-shaped pillows or supports can help reduce back and neck ache and a bed cradle can keep the weight of blankets off aching limbs. Your district nurse may be able to provide a special mattress and cushions. Other people from your care team, such as a physiotherapist or occupational therapist, can provide special equipment to help with movement and sitting. They should not be placed directly on bare skin but should be wrapped in a towel or piece of material. You may find that they only work for short periods at a time.