Some Benefits of Heat Therapy for Back Pain

Muscle spasms, joint pain and back stiffness can limit mobility and interfere with physical activity. While medications can be effective in eliminating inflammation, heat therapy is also indicated for back pain. Today, you don't have to go outdoors to seek relief. Heating pads make using heat therapy easier and more convenient. Here's a look at some of the benefits of heat therapy for back pain.

Heat Therapy Treatment

Heat therapy is an effective treatment for back pain because it increases blood circulation, which then allows nutrients and oxygen to enter the joints and muscles. This circulation helps repair damaged muscles, relieve inflammation and improve back stiffness.

Any type of heat therapy can help relieve back pain. However, heating pads are ideal because they are both convenient and portable. They are also electric, so you can use them anywhere in your home, such as lying in bed or sitting on the couch.

Hot water or warm baths provide moist heat, which also improves blood circulation and reduces muscle pain and stiffness. If you have pain or stiffness in other parts of your body, a bath may be better.

A heating pad, on the other hand, has an adjustable level and provides a constant flow of heat - as long as the pad is on.

If you don't have a heating pad, taking a hot bath or relaxing in a hot tub can also relieve back pain and stiffness. One of the benefits of hot tubs and showers over a bathtub is the continuous heating similar to that of a heating pad.

Heating Pad for Back Pain Relief

How to use

Electric heating pads can get hot quickly and hurt your skin, so it's important to use them properly.

First, set the heating pad on the lowest setting. For minor aches and pains, a lower setting may be sufficient to reduce pain and stiffness. If needed, you can gradually increase the intensity of the heat.

There are no hard or fast rules about how long to use a heating pad on your back. It depends entirely on the level of pain and your tolerance for heat. Even so, if you use a heating pad at high temperatures, remove it after 15 to 30 minutes to avoid burns.

Types of heating pads

Different heating pads are available to treat back pain. These include standard electric heating pads that offer a variety of heat settings.

Infrared heating pads are also available. This helps relieve moderate to severe pain because the heat penetrates deep into the muscles.

When purchasing a heating pad, look for one with an automatic shut-off feature to prevent overheating and burns in case you fall asleep on the pad. You can go to the MULAN website to purchase online.

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Safety Tips

Heating pads are effective for pain management, but they can be dangerous if used improperly. Here are some safety tips to avoid injury.

Do not place heating pads or heating gel packs directly on your skin. Wrap in a towel before applying to your skin to avoid burns.

Do not use a heating pad to fall asleep.

When using a heating pad, start with the lowest layer and slowly increase the heating intensity.

Do not use heating pads with broken or torn wires.

Do not use heating pads on damaged skin.

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