How do ThermaCare® HeatWraps work? − ThermaCare® patented heat cell technology combines iron, oxygen, water, and salt in single-use HeatWraps. The heat cells produce real heat to stimulate healing right where you need it.

Only ThermaCare Back Pain Therapy HeatWraps are clinically proven for pain relief, and increase blood flow to help accelerate healing.

Directions: Tear open pouch when ready to use. Place on pain area on lower back or hip with darker heat cells towards skin. If 55 and older, wear over a layer of clothing, not directly against your skin. It may take up to 30 minutes to reach therapeutic temperature.

ThermaCare® HeatWraps use patented heat cell technology that produces real heat which increases blood flow to the area in pain - and are far more convenient than other forms of heat therapy! These unique heat wraps are clinically proven for pain relief and use real heat to help accelerate healing.

Pfizer Consumer Healthcare has issued a recall for ThermaCare Back Pain Therapy HeatWraps due to the potential risk of skin injuries such as burns/blisters and/or skin irritation.

The spinal cord transmits nerve signals from the site of injury and the brain interprets these signals. Indeed ThermaCare® should be worn over thin clothing for those over the age of 55 and not while sleeping. Check your skin several times during use. If you notice irritation or a burn, remove the product immediately.

For chronic pain, heat therapy might be best. Dry heat can be applied through a heating pad and moist heat by means of a warm bath or shower. Heat will relax those muscles. But if your pain is caused by an injury, ice is the better option.

Heat therapy can help ease acute and chronic back pain. A person should apply heat to their back to help relax the muscles, reducing pain. Applying heat to the muscles can cause the blood vessels to dilate, improving circulation. This promotes the healing of any damaged muscle.

Heat therapy is known to accelerate recovery and healing, and some doctors recommend it to their patients suffering from injury, chronic pain, rheumatism, and arthritis. Some studies suggest that heat therapy may also be an effective remedy in the treatment of mild depression, appetite loss, and anorexia.

Heat therapy speeds up the healing process Heat therapy promotes healing by increasing blood flow to the muscles in the lower back. Increased blood flow delivers more oxygen, white blood cells, platelets, and essential nutrients – all of which help repair damaged tissues heal.

This product can cause burns. 55 or older: Your risk of burning increases as you age; Wear Thermacare over a layer of clothing, not directly against your skin; Do not wear while sleeping; Check skin frequently during use - if you find irritation or a burn, remove product immediately.

Indeed ThermaCare® should be worn over thin clothing for those over the age of 55 and not while sleeping.