Bless the souls who are fortunate enough to travel the world! Whether it is a leisure trip to celebrate your retirement or a work trip to your customer, client, vendor or supplier’s city, there is nothing that compares with the experience of traveling.
Traveling long distances during winters, however, comes with its own set of unique challenges. Especially for seniors or those suffering from certain physical or medical conditions, traveling can be quite a hassle. Whether you travel by road, on rails, on water or by air, comfort is one thing that always seems to elude you when you are on the move, particularly in harsh winters.
At Seniority, we are a bunch of avid travelers and discouraging you from traveling is the last thing on our minds! However, we do realize that it must be difficult for some people to maintain that excitement about traveling the world when the experience itself is so discomforting. We have handpicked a list of five excellent companions that can make your winter tours comfortable and convenient. Read on!
5 Travel Aids and Comfort Accessories for Seniors
It is what it says it is – a travel mug that can be heated up by plugging into a car’s charging adaptor. Tea, coffee and even instant noodles can be made using this handy mug. Made from high-quality stainless steel, the product is toxin-free, anti-corrosive and non-leaching. The leakage-free mug fits nicely into any car’s cup holder and keeps your favorite beverages fresh and hot. With a capacity of up to 450 ml, this portable accessory is just what you need as the chill in the air hits new lows with every passing day.
Relax those stiff and aching muscles this winter with this compact heating water bag. With electro-thermal heating, the bag is ideal for senior citizens who experience pain and stiffness in various body parts while traveling. With a 10-minute charge, the product can be used for up to 4 hours.
Beurer’s superlative heating pad is made from top-notch material that makes for a comforting experience while traveling. This multipurpose heat pad, as its name suggests, is extremely cozy and comes with three temperature settings to aid convenient heating. The heat pad comes with a microfiber cover that is removable and washable, thus making it convenient for you to take it along on trips.
4. Orthopedic Cervical Collar / Heating Belt
Your muscles and tendons suffer from pain, stiffness, and inflammation due to the uncomfortable and awkward experience of sitting in the same position for hours together. The cervical area, in particular, is prone to injuries or aches due to traveling. This orthopedic collar provides effective relief from such conditions by delivering heat therapy. It aids in dilating the blood vessels in the cervical region, increases the blood circulation and treating spasms.
Vissco’s electric heating pad can be applied to any aching body parts externally and provides ample compression to the affected areas. Arthritis patients, or those who suffer from joint and muscle stiffness during winters, can benefit greatly from using heat therapy. This heating pad aids quick recovery and relieves pain within no time.
There are several innovations that are designed to make your traveling experience more comfortable. Check out many such travel comfort accessories, travel pillows and other aids available online at Seniority.
Here’s looking forward to a winter full of new traveling experiences. May the travel bug never die!
