Below are some products that should be helpful during the RED period:
A wedge pillow: keeps the head elevated at night, which reduces the pain from
gravity.
A pillow small enough to fit between the side bars of the RED halo which stick out the
back of the head: This pillow provides support for the head.
A travel pillow (the kind used on airplanes): which goes around your neck and holds
your head up, without hurting your RED. This has worked for other people.
Baby spoon(s): fits in the mouth better than regular spoons. See Food and Diet page for
how to use.
Syringes to eat with. See Food and Diet page for more.
A mini-alarm clock: lets you know when it's time to turn the screws so you don't
forget or miss a turning.
Socks loosely stuffed with lentil beans: are like little microwave heating pads. They
are small and moldable so you can slide it under that RED
Sports water bottles: see Food and Diet page for more info.
Blender: a necessity for pureeing foods. Miniature blenders
work the best because you can puree small amounts of food without having to wash a huge blender.
Water pick: helps keep teeth and gums clean as well as gets
rid of some germs that could've caused infections when used with mouthwash
A chart of medications: reminds when and how much of each medication to take and prevents unnecessary
stress and confusion
