heating pad

noun

: an electric mat that heats up and is held against the body to reduce pain

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Making a dry warm compress can be tricky, so many people who prefer dry heat opt to purchase a microwaveable heating pad. Kelly Burch, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2024 Heat: Heat from a shower, bath, or heating pad can loosen tight muscles and provide soothing comfort. Kashif J. Piracha, Verywell Health, 11 Oct. 2024 Eilish is a little wiped out, reclining under an electric heating pad for period cramps. Alessandra Codinha, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2024 Heat Therapy Heat therapy, such as using a moist heating pad or soaking the affected finger in warm water, can help alleviate stiffness and pain related to the trigger finger. Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 14 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for heating pad 

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“Heating pad.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heating%20pad. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.

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