Overlanding with ASD and POTS

[ravend3]

Mainly looking for suggestions on how to make the overlanding experience friendlier to my wife and son. Background, both of them have ASD but, my wife has POTS. Any suggestions would be great and I will also post things that we do to help as well.

 

[bear_den_overland]

Hi there. Have any specifics? I don't know what POTS is but can help with ASD

 

[HighVoltOverland]

For POTS I’ve found preparation and prevention are the biggest things to keep in mind

If tolerated compression clothing/ layers can help
I’ve found a bike bib can help a lot with a good pair of socks

Have a comfy chair handy
I like the gci recliners as they are not as upright as standard chairs and not as finnicky as the hammock type like the Nemo stargazer or the Costco clone

Hydrate well before departure

Having some salts to add can help if they end up over exerting

Use things like hiking sticks to make walking easier if it’s on the itinerary

Have water everywhere

If in hot climates consider getting a cheap cooler for ice sheets
A water spray system can help with overheating as well
Waterport/ pvc pipe/ road shower , I made a DIY Jerry can sprayer that works well and helps with errant temperature regulation

An awning or tent for shade (or sitting in the rig with AC) can also be helpful

A secondary short sleeping pad (or wedge) cN be good to help keep a slight incline when sleeping

 

[ravend3]

Hi there. Have any specifics? I don't know what POTS is but can help with ASD

Mainly for my son he is on the high end of the spectrum and I just want to know how others keep their children/spouses/friends safe or entertained. I'm honestly learning more about POTS myself because my wife was diagnosed with it. Sorry for the late response been busy with work and replacing parts on all of my vehicles. Everything decided to break at once lol.

 

[ravend3]

For POTS I’ve found preparation and prevention are the biggest things to keep in mind

If tolerated compression clothing/ layers can help
I’ve found a bike bib can help a lot with a good pair of socks

Have a comfy chair handy
I like the gci recliners as they are not as upright as standard chairs and not as finnicky as the hammock type like the Nemo stargazer or the Costco clone

Hydrate well before departure

Having some salts to add can help if they end up over exerting

Use things like hiking sticks to make walking easier if it’s on the itinerary

Have water everywhere

If in hot climates consider getting a cheap cooler for ice sheets
A water spray system can help with overheating as well
Waterport/ pvc pipe/ road shower , I made a DIY Jerry can sprayer that works well and helps with errant temperature regulation

An awning or tent for shade (or sitting in the rig with AC) can also be helpful

A secondary short sleeping pad (or wedge) cN be good to help keep a slight incline when sleeping

This helps a lot! Thank you for the input I will definitely looking into more water and ways to keep people cooler.