Muscle cramps, joint pain, and back pain can limit movement and interfere with physical activity. Medications are effective in reducing inflammation, but hyperthermia is also effective for back pain. This type of treatment is not new. Its history dates back to the ancient Greeks and Egyptians who used sunlight as a treatment. The Chinese and Japanese also use hot springs to treat illnesses.

Now you don't have to go outside for lighting. Heating pads make thermotherapy easier and more convenient to use. Here are some of the benefits of hyperthermia for back pain. 

The benefits of hyperthermia for back pain
Hyperthermia is an effective treatment for back pain because it promotes blood circulation, allowing nutrients and oxygen to reach the joints and muscles. This circuit helps repair damaged muscles, relieves inflammation, and relieves back pain. Any form of heat therapy can help relieve back pain. However, heating pads are ideal because they are convenient and portable. They're also electric, so you can use them anywhere in the house, like lying in bed or sitting on a couch.

A hot or warm bath provides moist heat to improve circulation and reduce muscle pain and stiffness. Bathing may be more effective if you have pain or stiffness in other parts of your body.

However, the problem with bathing is that it is difficult to maintain the temperature of the water. This water cools slowly.

Heating pads, on the other hand, have adjustable levels and provide a continuous flow of heat as long as the plate is on. If you don't have a heating pad, a warm shower or bubble bath can help relieve back pain and stiffness. The advantage of hot tubs and showers over bathtubs is the constant heat similar to a heating pad. 

How to use an electric heater?
Electric heating pads can heat up quickly and damage your skin, so it's important to use them correctly.

Always start with the lowest setting
To start, set the heating plate to the lowest setting. For minor aches and pains, lower settings can reduce pain and stiffness. If necessary, you can gradually increase the heat intensity. There are no hard or fast rules about how long a back heating pad should be used. It all depends on the degree of pain and resistance to heat. However, if the heating plate is used at a high temperature, remove it after 15 to 30 minutes to avoid burns. At a lower setting, you can use the hot plate longer, maybe an hour. 

Be careful during pregnancy
It is safe to use a heating pad if you are pregnant and have back pain. Long-term exposure should be avoided, as overheating can be dangerous to the fetus. This can lead to neural tube defects or other complications. It's more likely to happen in a hot tub or sauna, but be careful. During pregnancy, use the heating pad at the lowest temperature for 10-15 minutes.

Because heating pads reduce pain signals and increase blood circulation, using the pads after pain or stiffness occurs will speed healing.

 Types of heating mats
There are several heating pads for back pain. Includes a standard electric heating plate that offers multiple heating settings. Infrared heating pad options are also available. Because the heat penetrates deep into the muscles, it is helpful for moderate to severe pain. When buying a heating pad, look for one that has an automatic shut-off feature to prevent overheating and burns if you fall asleep on the pad.

Electric heating pads can be found at your local drugstore or purchased online.

Gel pack
If you don't have a heating pad, you can use a heating pad or a heating gel pack under your clothes.

Before using the gel pack, heat it in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes (according to the package directions) and apply it to your back pain. Certain gel packs can also be used to treat colds.

Heat packs and gels can be found at your local pharmacy or purchased online. 

Precautions and safety instructions
Heating pads are effective for pain relief but can be dangerous if used incorrectly. Here are some safety tips to avoid injury. Do not apply a heating pad or heating gel packs directly to the skin. Wrap it in a towel before applying it to your skin to avoid burns. Do not use a heating pad to sleep.
If using a heating pad, start on the lowest setting and slowly increase the intensity of the heat. Do not use heating pads with cracked or broken electrical cords.
Do not use a heating pad on damaged skin. 

When will it be hot and when will it be cold?
Warm compresses are not recommended for any type of back pain. Relieves chronic pain and stiffness associated with arthritis and other muscle or joint disorders. However, if you have recently suffered a back injury, cold compresses are more effective because they can constrict blood vessels and reduce swelling, which can lead to dull aches.

Use cold compresses for the first 24-48 hours after the injury and switch to heat therapy to promote blood flow and healing. 

A painful and stiff back makes it difficult to do anything from sports to work. Hyperthermia may be the secret to reducing inflammation and stiffness. If you don't have a heating pad, consider a warm shower, bathtub, or homemade heating pad. This will give you the results you need to get moving again.