Heat therapy is giving good results for patients with back pain. A study in the journal Spine reported that heat may be a better alternative for relieving low back pain than over-the-counter medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, and others) and acetaminophen (Tylenol and others). The study of 371 people with low back pain found that a 40 degree Celsius (104 degree Fahrenheit) heat wrap worn for 8 hours a day improved muscle stiffness and flexibility more than either drug.
The heat is delivered continuously at the site of pain for eight hours. You can safely use this form of heat therapy during the day or night, even while sleeping, for optimal pain relief. This disposable heat patch or belt can be purchased at your local pharmacy or online drugstores.
Heat therapy is giving good results for patients with back pain. A
study in the journal Spine reported that heat may be a better
alternative for relieving low back pain than over-the-counter
medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, and others)...
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Dr. Harris McIlwain answered:Heat therapy is giving good results for patients with back pain. A study in the journal Spine reported that heat may be a better alternative for relieving low back pain than over-the-counter medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, and others) and acetaminophen (Tylenol and others). The study of 371 people with low back pain found that a 40 degree Celsius (104 degree Fahrenheit) heat wrap worn for 8 hours a day improved muscle stiffness and flexibility more than either drug.
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