|
|
Post by bearmom on Jul 4, 2014 13:11:36 GMT
I get motion sick fairly easy and am taking a big trip this summer - long flights and two boat/snorkeling trips. Flying is hit or miss, sometimes very bad and others not, but this trip will have 2 5 hour long legs. We did one of the boat/snorkeling trips before and I was fine, but it was pretty calm.
I had had heard good things about the sea bands, so I got some and wore them on a car trip where they seemed to work okay. But, they really started to hurt after 2-3 hours. Is this normal? Does it get better if you wear them more?
TIA
|
|
|
|
Post by scrapbookbobbie on Jul 4, 2014 14:30:19 GMT
I don't know about sea bands, but I have a tip on Dramamine. Take it the night before you need it, then again in the morning. It works much better. I get seasick really easy and this works for me. Out on the ocean I haven't gotten sick since I started doing this.
|
|
|
|
Post by Katie on Jul 4, 2014 14:42:46 GMT
They shouldn't hurt, but they are intented to put a spot of pressure on your wrist. My MIL can't go in the car or on a plane without them...they've been a lifesaver.
|
|
RosieKat
Drama Llama
PeaJect #12
Posts: 5,453 
|
Post by RosieKat on Jul 4, 2014 15:53:19 GMT
I've never had them hurt. Maybe you need to readjust where they're hitting just a smidge? I think they're supposed to hit between the tendons, if that helps.
|
|
thecurleyque
Junior Member
Posts: 97
|
Post by thecurleyque on Jul 4, 2014 15:53:37 GMT
I don't know about them hurting; they are working by using a pressure point. I used them once on a bus trip. As I wore them and the elastic streched out, the less effective they were.
|
|
|
|
Post by justkallie on Jul 4, 2014 16:22:38 GMT
I get motion sick fairly easy and am taking a big trip this summer - long flights and two boat/snorkeling trips. Flying is hit or miss, sometimes very bad and others not, but this trip will have 2 5 hour long legs. We did one of the boat/snorkeling trips before and I was fine, but it was pretty calm. I had had heard good things about the sea bands, so I got some and wore them on a car trip where they seemed to work okay. But, they really started to hurt after 2-3 hours. Is this normal? Does it get better if you wear them more? TIA I second the Dramamine. I have a friend who gets carsick/air sick/rail sick without fail, and they do make prescription meds for this. You could ask your doctor if there is anything they can prescribe you to help - and maybe something in case you do get air sick (anti nausea)... I feel for you OP - I have watched her literally turn green on car trips, and that certainly makes travelling and vacations a lot more stressful for her! Sending vibes for a nice, smooth, uneventful flight! |
|
scrappinghappy
Pearl Clutcher
“I’m late, I’m late for a very important date. No time to say “Hello.” Goodbye. I’m late...."
Posts: 4,306
|
Post by scrappinghappy on Jul 4, 2014 17:06:55 GMT
They only come in one size so if you have big wrists, 7.5" or larger, they will exert more pressure which gets uncomfortable after a while. You can ask an acupuncturist if they can help with something similar.
|
|
|
|
Post by heltr on Jul 4, 2014 17:27:31 GMT
I have a boat and I get motion sick. I never found the bands to help at all
I take Dramamine (or Walmart generic) every night I am out cruising. The sleepiness lasts about 6 hours (so I get a good night sleep) but the anti nausea lasts 24 hours. I never skip a pill while I am out and it takes care of all the motion sickness
It is pretty rough out here today because of bands of weather spinning off from the hurricane (anchored off Long Island) and it isn't bothering me at all - thank goodness
Helen
|
|
|
|
Post by hop2 on Jul 4, 2014 17:35:16 GMT
I found them to be very painful. I opted out and chose seasickness until I could get Dramamine.
Maybe I'm just more sensitive than others I don't know. Those buggers HURT!
|
|
|
|
Post by beachbum on Jul 4, 2014 17:50:46 GMT
I have a friend who seems to get car sick if she's in the back seat while the car backs out of the driveway. Before she went on her first cruise I was worried.... I got her some Bonine (generic is meclizine ) and ginger root capsules. She started the ginger root a few days before we sailed, the Bonine the day before. We did have a bit of rough weather one night - she never felt the least bit queasy. She has now been on 3 cruises and never been sick. The ginger root hint came from a deep sea charter boat captain.
|
|
|
|
Post by shutterspeedgirl on Jul 4, 2014 17:58:07 GMT
I'm one that has tried everything and finally had to resort to prescription meds. I use the Transderm patch. It's a little sticky dot that you place behind your ear, alternating ears if you wear it for an entire trip. It makes my mouth a little dry, but it has literally saved my life! I'm the daughter-in-law of a sailing fanatic, so not sailing with my family wasn't an option. From my first few trips, barfing over the side of the boat to actually enjoying, walking, eating, helping, etc, this little patch has made all the difference. I've used it to fly all over the world, sail, snorkel, cruise ship, back seat of a car.
What I like is that it is easy, I don't have to take a pill (dramamine helped, but knocked me out cold, including the non-drowsy), I don't have to have soggy bands on my wrists (when I'm in the water, or dealing with tan lines and sunscreen), I put it on and forget about it for three days.
I know some people are against it because it is a medication, but I was to the point that I avoided a lot of activities with my family because I didn't want to spend the day throwing up. It might be worth a conversation with your doctor, if nothing else.
|
|
eastcoastpea
Prolific Pea
Posts: 9,252
Jun 27, 2014 13:05:28 GMT
|
Post by eastcoastpea on Jul 5, 2014 2:41:50 GMT
Sea Bands have occasionally been uncomfortable/painful; but, mostly a help. Combining them with Bonine or Dramimine is great. If you use the motion sickness pills be sure to keep hydrated.
Looking forward to hearing all about your trip when you get back. Have fun!
|
|
|
|
Post by hookedonpeas on Jul 5, 2014 3:35:57 GMT
I'm one that has tried everything and finally had to resort to prescription meds. I use the Transderm patch. It's a little sticky dot that you place behind your ear, alternating ears if you wear it for an entire trip. It makes my mouth a little dry, but it has literally saved my life! I'm the daughter-in-law of a sailing fanatic, so not sailing with my family wasn't an option. From my first few trips, barfing over the side of the boat to actually enjoying, walking, eating, helping, etc, this little patch has made all the difference. I've used it to fly all over the world, sail, snorkel, cruise ship, back seat of a car. What I like is that it is easy, I don't have to take a pill (dramamine helped, but knocked me out cold, including the non-drowsy), I don't have to have soggy bands on my wrists (when I'm in the water, or dealing with tan lines and sunscreen), I put it on and forget about it for three days. I know some people are against it because it is a medication, but I was to the point that I avoided a lot of activities with my family because I didn't want to spend the day throwing up. It might be worth a conversation with your doctor, if nothing else. Yep! Ask your Dr to prescribe you scopolamine patches. Little dots that go behind an ear. They last 3 days and then you can replace it with a new one. Major warning though, DO NOT touch anywhere near your eye after applying, it wail cause your pupil to dilate and you won't be able to see until you remove the patch and it has time time to get out of your system. Just wash your hands well, and you'll be fine:) |
|
|
|
Post by bearmom on Jul 5, 2014 13:20:04 GMT
They only come in one size so if you have big wrists, 7.5" or larger, they will exert more pressure which gets uncomfortable after a while. You can ask an acupuncturist if they can help with something similar. I do think this might be the issue. Thanks everyone for the advice, I'm pretty sensitive to meds (non drowsy allergy meds make me very, very tired) so I think I will try the Dramamie at night and see how that goes? Does anyone know if the Bonnie is supposed to last 24 hours as well? |
|
