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(also known as Heating Pad)
Localized application of heat causes the blood vessels in that area to dilate, enhancing perfusion to the targeted tissue. more at Wikipedia
Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Fibromyalgia | 2528 |
94% |
| Chronic Pain | 1707 |
89% |
| Back Pain | 1105 |
88% |
| Sports Injuries | 122 |
91% |
| Endometriosis | 16 |
100% |
Overall, 91% (5593
Members)
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Heat Reviews
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I love to use heat.
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I use heat a lot, but have to be careful because it makes my skin discolored.
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I do get some relief, if nothing more than it is somewhat relaxing to me to apply heat to some of my sore areas.
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Sometimes helpful for Fibro pain
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but only temporary relief
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This worked temporarily a little.
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Made my own in various sizes and shapes.Use them for so many pain problems.They even get me back to sleep when I need it.
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It works ok when the pain gets very intense.
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helps with the loosening of knots and reduces muscular contractures
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Discussions
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Heating Pad???
Hi V, I bought mine for $30 at K-Mart. It's an extra large, (12x24)Sunbeam brand. It really works well, and it has an insert if you want moist heat... [More] -
Heating Pad???
I have a cheapy heating pad from walmart, mine has several settings on it, and it does get pretty hot on the highest setting but it doesnt stay that h... [More] -
Heating Pad???
have you considered a e_blanket, in that way you get all over heat, I like the E-blanket better thena heating pad. can get a twin size one at wal mart... [More] -
Heating Pad???
I have just a regular cheapie heating pad and I love it. I personally would stay away from moist heat. [More] -
heating pad
For all the PKD people with pain, heating pads are a godsent. I burn up about 2 heating pads a year, the good ones with 5 and 10 year warranties!! LOL... [More]
