A Review of heating pads for endometriosis

Heat therapy is a powerful weapon of choice for many people with endometriosis to help combat pain.

I did a poll on my instagram and 96% voted that they rely on heat out of 443 people who answered.

Today, let's explore some of the different products available on the market:

The Standard Hot Water Bottle

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1. This 2L hot water bottle has a fluffy cover, making it even cosier on the skin. It also has the added benefit of a hand pocket which can be great if you experience any hand pain during your flares. The cheapest at £8.99 Link: https://amzn.to/3LzGDLt

2. If you are looking for something more fun this Oliver Bonas hot water bottle is currently on sale for £12.00

3. If you need something larger, this Extra Large Hot Water Bottle from Amazon might be perfect for you, priced at £12.99. Link: https://amzn.to/3WtYGZM

4. Marks and Spencer offers Supersoft Faux Fur Hot Water Bottles in a variety of colors for £19.50.

5. If you want to treat yourself and elevate your hot water bottle game, Elizabeth Scarlett offers gorgeous patterns to brighten your day, currently reduced to £32.00.

The Long Hot Water Bottle:

Long hot water bottles can be great if you experience full-body pain or pain in the legs. They are also great on cold nights when you want as much heat as possible.

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1. This Long Soft Fur Hot Water Bottle is an effective choice, priced at £8.49. Link: https://amzn.to/4fgNgQj

2. The White Company offers this gorgeous Long Faux Fur Hot Water Bottle, reduced from £45 to £13.50.

Wearable Hot Water Bottles:

Wearable hot water bottles are a great way to use heat therapy if you need to be up and about but still want the enjoyment of heat on your body. These hands-free options can be tied around your stomach or shoulders to address pain in different areas.

(number is order of appearance, price low to high)

1. This Long Hot Water Bottle with tie strings and a hand pocket is the cheapest option at £12.99. Link: https://amzn.to/3WzfT2X

   
   
   
   

2. YUYU Long Hot Water Bottle: This option features a long hot water bottle wrapped in a soft fur cover with tie strings, making it adjustable for different parts of the body. Its design allows heat to come out all around, targeting your stomach and back simultaneously. It comes with a 2-year warranty and is priced at £25.00.

   Link: https://amzn.to/46czHxp

   
   
   
   

3. WUKA Wearable Hot Water Bottle: This hot water bottle has tie strings to secure it around your waist and other parts of the body. It also includes a pocket to keep your hands warm or hold your phone. Priced at £24.99.

   
   
   
   

4. The Hot Hugger by Hugger Comfort: This wearable bottle uses adjustable Velcro to fit securely on your body. Like the other options, the hot water bottle can be removed from the cover. Due to its design, this small 500ml hot water bottle will only target heat to the specific area where it is placed. For some, this focused heat may be preferable if you don’t want heat in multiple places. Priced at £31.67.

   
   

If you have used any of these products, or have a recommendation for another product, please feel free to leave a comment for others to see.

PS. Please be warned that prolonged use of heat on the skin can cause burn marks and changes in colouring of the skin.