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5 x GelHeat Instant Hand Warmers - Pack of 5 - Reusable Gel Click Heat Pads

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On the other hand, heating pads have adjustable levels and provide a continuous flow of heat — for as long as the pad is turned on. Heat therapy should be avoided with any injury that is considered acute or has just recently occurred,” Dr. Raineri says. “Acute injuries will likely present with swelling, bruising, and possibly even open wounds where heat should not be used." Heat Settings It can also vasodilate blood vessels, which increases blood flow and circulation “to reduce stiffness and pain,” according to Karena Wu, PT, DPT, physical therapist and owner of ActiveCare Physical Therapy.

When shopping for a heating pad, look for one that has an automatic shut-off feature to prevent overheating and burns, in case you fall asleep on the pad. To start, set the heating pad on the lowest setting. For minor aches and pain, a low setting might be more than enough to reduce pain and stiffness. You can gradually increase the intensity of heat, if needed. If you have aches and pain across multiple areas of the body, Rios recommends a heating pad with a flexible design that can mold to multiple areas of your body. It’s important to not use the product on specific injuries, as it could further exacerbate the problem instead of helping. Hot or warm baths provide moist heat, which also promotes circulation and reduces muscle pain and stiffness. A bath might work better if you have pain or stiffness in other parts of your body, too. When deciding what heating setting to use, it’s important to understand the different types: dry heat and moist heat. Electric heating pads produce dry heat, Dr. Raineri says. An electric heating pad can be convenient because it offers a wide range of temperatures.

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Heat therapy may help boost circulation, which allows nutrients and oxygen to travel to joints and muscles. On a low setting, you can use the heating pad for a longer period, maybe up to one hour. Use caution if you’re pregnant The problem with baths, though, is that it’s difficult to maintain the water temperature. That water will slowly cool down. This is more probable in a hot tub or sauna, but err on the side of caution. Use a heating pad on the lowest setting while pregnant, and only for about 10 to 15 minutes. Since heating pads decrease pain signals and increase circulation, use the pad soon after developing painful flares or stiffness to speed the healing process. Types of heating pads

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