Benefits of Heat Therapy

Heat therapy, also known as thermotherapy, is the use of heat in treatment. Applying heat to an area increases the blood flow, bringing along proteins and oxygen. The overall benefits of heat therapy are very prevalent.  This therapy method is great to decrease joint stiffness, reduce pain and inflammation, and relieve muscle spasms.

Relieves Soreness

Heat therapy can provide relaxation, comfort and reassurance by taking the edge off of several kinds of body pain. Soreness can come from over-exertion or just from a simple workout if the area being exercised has not been worked in a while. Heat therapy can relieve this pain and soreness forcing the muscles to relax. This is also why heat therapy can stop muscle spasms as well.

Soothe Body Stiffness

Body stiffness can occur for many reasons, one of them being from sleeping in the wrong position. Stiffness can cause lack of mobility and an uncomfortable feeling. Heat therapy can help this by providing a warm, comforting sensation. A heating pad and light stretching combined can ease the pain of muscle stiffness.

Heals Injuries

Heat also helps increase blood flow throughout the body. Increased blood flow can heal injuries faster and help relieve the pain you are feeling from an acute injury.

 

Ease Stress and Tension

Stress and tension throughout the body go hand in hand. Heat can help relieve the tension in these muscles. Heat therapy is a great way to ease stress by relaxing the body. The warmth provides added comfort and a soothing feeling to the affected area.

An easy way to perform heat therapy at home is by using a hot compress. The Relief Pak® Hot Button® Reusable Instant Hot Compress works fast to provide instant heat therapy. Gently flex the disc inside the compress to activate the heat. The compress will stay hot for 30 minutes – enough time for a soothing heat therapy treatment. Feel the benefits of heat therapy today!

 

Always be sure to consult with your doctor before using heat therapy to treat an acute injury. For more information on products you can use to perform heat therapy click here.

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