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Heat therapy is not recommended for acute management of sprains, strains or contusions as this promotes blood flow and can increase swelling and pain. Follow the heating instructions carefully. If your microwave uses more than 1,000W, use a lower power setting. https://www.cochrane.org/CD004522/MUSKEL_thermotherapy-heat-treatment-for-treating-osteoarthritis-of-the-knee The Groundwork Green Doctor programme offers free, impartial advice and practical measures to help individuals take control of their bills, save energy where possible in the home, and access other services and initiatives available.

Heat therapy can be very effective for muscle tension or joint stiffness — increasingly blood flow and heating muscles or joints for around 15 minutes before physical activity as a kind of warm up. This approach can also help people engage in activities that might aggravate a chronic injury by loosening and relaxing injured muscles. Making your own heating pad can be cost-efficient and safer than using an electric heating pad. If you’re feeling too sore to leave the house, it can also save you a trip to the store. The Cadent Foundation is funded by local gas network Cadent and has been established to help households find sustainable solutions to fuel poverty and ensure people are safe and warm in their homes. More information can be found at www.cadentfoundation.com People living in vulnerable situations across the UK are being given extra support to stay warm and well during the winter months thanks to funding from the Cadent Foundation and community action charity, Groundwork. At a Cabinet meeting today (Monday 14 November) Councillors agreed to offer additional support measures, especially to people who are most vulnerable, after hearing how the rising cost of energy and food bills is having a major impact on individuals, families, and businesses across the district.Heat is used differently for bluebottle stings. These are best treated by a medical professional in a hospital emergency department. But, as a first aid intervention, pain can be reduced by applying hot water (42–45°C) to the area for 30–90 minutes. When deciding what heating setting to use, it’s important to understand the different types: dry heat and moist heat. Electric heating pads produce dry heat, Dr. Raineri says. An electric heating pad can be convenient because it offers a wide range of temperatures.

Increased daily bills, especially energy and food, is pushing many into hardship, poverty and worry. We know some families will have to choose between “heating and eating” and many households, particularly those with low incomes, have run down savings and increased debt due to the pandemic, only to face yet another huge challenge. Making your own wheat bags and giving them out as gifts is more risky. If you don't know the exact moisture content of the wheat you use, you can't give guidance on how long they can be microwaved. Heat therapy does not mean applying something very hot, rather it should be warm, pleasant and easily tolerated for long periods. Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. https://www.arthritis.org/health-wellness/healthy-living/managing-pain/pain-relief-solutions/heat-therapy-helps-relax-stiff-jointsIn addition, the Council is working closely with various local partners to ensure residents know where to go for advice and help. If you tend to get chilly or experience minor aches and pains in the winter, then our hot water bottlerange offers warmth and relief. Fluffy and cuddly have all sorts of different hot water bottle types. We even have an extra-long bottle that can be used as a strap and tied around your tired shoulders or your stomach to ease cramps. If you are looking for targeted pain relief following a muscle sprain or strain, Beurer heating padsare a great choice. They are mains operated so that you can stay warm for as long as you need them to be. ONS figures suggest an estimated 63,000 excess winter deaths occurred in England and Wales in winter 2020/21, 6.1 times higher than winter 2019 to 2020. Across the UK, NEA estimates that on average more than 10,000 people die each year due to living in a cold home, a statistic that is likely to increase this year. Additionally, the Council will support residents by authorising and providing Trussell Trust Food Bank vouchers, offering onward support and signposting as appropriate.