How to Use a Heating Pad?

Sedentary and back pain are common troubles for modern people. Heating pad for back pain has received a lot of attention as a popular product for relieving back discomfort. Some studies have shown that an increase in tissue temperature via the application of heat packs leads to increased metabolism and vasodilation and accelerates the healing processes. An elevation in tissue temperature of just 1 ℃ is associated with a 10 - 15% increase in the local metabolism. Heat-dependent vasodilation increases the blood flow at the site of injury, facilitating healing through an enhanced supply of nutrients and oxygen, and via the removal of pain-inducing mediators produced as a by-product of tissue damage. Connective tissues may also change in viscosity and density in response to heat, thereby improving the range of movement and enhancing tissue extensibility. Recent evidence also suggests that localized, repeated heat therapy may promote an angiogenic environment and enhance muscle strength. [1]

However, many people do not know how to use it, and there are even some misunderstandings. So, can a heating back pad be truly effective in relieving back discomfort? How to use a heating pad? What are the things to be noted in the process of using it? Below these questions, following Fivali to explore the mystery of heated back brace!

Benefit of Using Heating Pad

1. Relieve muscle soreness

A small heating back pads bring a big health benefit. It works by applying heat to bring warmth to our backs, alleviate muscle soreness, promote blood circulation, reduce the quality of sleep, and even relieve psychological stress to a certain extent.

2. Promote blood circulation

When the heat acts on the skin and muscles, the blood vessels will dilate and the blood flow speed will be faster, thus improving the nutritious supply of the local tissues and enhancing the metabolic function of the cells. For some people suffering from chronic diseases, such as diabetes, poor peripheral circulation, it is effective to improve blood circulation and avert complications by regular use of heated back brace.

3. Improvement of sleep quality

Using a heated back pad also improves the quality of your sleep. One of the reasons many people suffer from insomnia is muscle tension and back pain. Not only does chronic sleep deprivation affect your health, it also leads to mood swings and reduced productivity. With a heating back support before going to bed, you can relax your muscles, relieve pain, creating a comfortable sleeping environment which improves the quality of your sleep.

Tips for Using a Heating Pad on Your Back

If you want to get the most out of your heating pad for back pain relief, you’ll want to keep these tips in mind:

• Start on a Low Setting - Do not set it to the maximum setting all at once. This can cause skin irritation or burns, especially if you wear the device while sleeping. It is more important to start on the lowest setting and slowly increase the heat until you feel comfortable and are able to relieve the pain.
• Not Direct to Skin - Don’t place the heating pad directly on your skin. Wrap it in a cloth or have a shirt or two between the pad and your skin. Again, this will help to prevent skin irritation or burns.
• Hydrate - Unlike the sun, you’re probably not going to get dehydrated from the heat that you receive from the heating pad, but it’s a good idea to fill up a glass of water and to finish it by the end of your heating pad session. A heating pad helps to boost your circulation, and so too does staying hydrated, so you can help you back in multiple ways if you drink water while you’re using your heating pad.
• Use for 15-20 Minutes at a Time- Use the heating pad for 15-20 minutes at a time and then get up and move. Remember, a heating pad isn’t a great long-term treatment technique. You’re better served by moving, exercising and being active. Use a heating pad for a bit then transition to a physical activity where your body will benefit from this movement. Don’t expect to find relief by sitting on the couch for two hours with a heating pad.
• Not All Pain - Not with all types of back pain can be improved with short-term use of an electric heating pad. Minor joint pain and muscle strains can be helped somewhat effectively with the use of a back heating pad, but other problems such as fractures or nerve compression may not improve much with the use of a heating pad. It is suggested to seek professional medical assistance with your condition as well if you don't know what you are suffering from.

The Best Heating Pads

Fivali is a brand dedicated to a healthy lifestyle. What we believe is that health is not only about physical strength, but also about the pleasure of mind and body. With Fivali's heated back support, we combine technology with tradition to relieve muscle aches and pains and improve blood circulation by applying gentle heat to enjoy a healthy lifestyle every day.

✧ Fivali Heating Pad for Back Pain, Massage Body and Alleviate Fatigue

Fivali heating pad, made of advanced graphene material, heats up quickly in three seconds for quick relief of back pain. The three levels of massage intensity are adjustable to provide a personalized soothing experience for different pain levels. With internal steel bars that not only provide extra lumbar support, it can also help improve sitting posture for preventing lumbar spondylosis, with intelligent touch screen design for easy and convenient operation. Fivali heated lumbar support is the ideal choice for you, whether you are sedentary in the office or relaxing after a workout.

✧ Fivali Heat Lower Back Support FBH01

Fivali heating lumbar support belt, is designed to relieve back discomfort. Extra width steel plate as well as spring loaded support provide firmer support to the lumbar region, it can prevent lumbar sprains and strains in an effective way. With detachable heating pad, it can quickly transfer heat to the lumbar area to relieve muscle aches and pains and promote blood circulation. Multiple elastic straps, which can be freely adjusted according to individual waist circumference, ensure that the support belt fits tightly around the waist, providing you with all-round lumbar protection, making you more relaxed and at ease in work and life.

Appropriate use of a heating pads for back pain can effectively relieve discomfort, and safe use is number one. During use, please be sure to follow the product instructions to avoid high temperature burns. Simultaneously, the temperature and time should be regulated according to the individual's body feeling to enjoy a favorable heating experience. Back brace with heat is only an auxiliary means, maintain correct sitting posture, moderate exercise, strengthen the core muscle group training, in order to fundamentally relieve the back pressure. It is recommend that if your back problems are more serious, you should consult your doctor for more professional advice.

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