ThermaCare Portable Heating Pad, Neck & Back Pain Relief Patches, X/XL Heat Wraps, 10 Count

I USE THIS FOR MY BACK . ITS SO MUCH BETTER THAN A HOT WATER HEATING PAD. YOUR NOT RESTRICTED ON THE COUCH OR BED

The ThermaCare Pain Relief patches bring relief from back pain! I was very pleased with the relief I received from using the back patch. It is very easy to use, and the pictures are very clear on how to put it on. It lasted the full 8 hours, and the carry over relief was good for another 8 hours. In my original order I wanted a box of the neck and shoulder patches but it was out of stock and my order was cancelled. Hope they come back in as I would love to try them. These work so go ahead and order them!

The ThermaCare heating pads are activated by air when they are unwrapped. They wrap around your torso, with a velcro-type closure. It's long enough to accommodate just about any figure. I usually strap it around over a t-shirt in case it gets too hot. It takes a while to get up to full heat, but the heat then lasts for hours -- from morning to night. If your backache is relieved by heat, this product is for you.

These things are fantastic for pain relief. I've used them ever since I blew out my back, and they work better than OTC drugs for both fast and long-lasting pain relief. The heat dies down after about two hours, leaving only residual warmth for several hours afterward, but the pain relief lasts well after the height of the heat has gone.However, these are not built for heavier bodies, and the securing band will twist and bunch if you aren't extremely careful. It really needs something else (like a ripstop or weightlifting belt) to keep it in place if you are sitting or active. The velcro is sufficient if you are still, but you'll definitely want something clamping down over it if you're moving a lot.Still, the heat is so effective at combating pain that I can't complain much. I've ordered more and will order them again.

I use these wraps on my upper arm where I have a torn rotator cuff. They help the pain while I'm waiting to have shoulder replacement. Thanks for the price and ease of use.