Sore muscles can spell misery, that’s for sure! What spells relief? Well, a nice, warm heating pad can, especially when the sore area is a large area, like the back, stomach or legs. Many people know that a heating pad can give them comfort but lots of people don’t know that a heating pad can ...
Hey ladies, it’s that time of month again, right? Bloating, chocolate cravings, days of not being able to fit into your skinny jeans, and oh yeah, best of all- cramps. Well, double over, and lean in closer to the computer because I’ve got just the remedy to help your period be a little less painful, ...
With temperatures dipping below freezing this winter season, we all need solutions to warm cold bodies. Need something compact to warm you up? Why not take off your socks, save your rice and make it into a functional heating pad? It’s time to save some money this season by making your own compact heating pads, ...
If you’re like millions of child-bearing aged women, more than likely you have had the unfortunate experience of menstrual cramps. This condition can range from a mild ache, to mind-blowing pain. There seems to be a litany of pain medication dedicated to this very natural female occurrence. In addition to over-the-counter drugs, there are also ...
Is back pain stopping you from work or simple tasks? You are not alone. Back pain is an affliction of millions of Americans and the number one pain issue in the United States. Keeping it under control so that the person can get through the day can be difficult because so many treatments require periods ...
Bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa. Bursa are soft fluid-filled sacs which are found near the joints in your body. They are used to cushion the space between the tendons and bones. Tendons are tough fibrous material which connect your muscles to the skeletal bones. As your joints move, tendons can rub against bones ...
Last year, I visited a college friend. When I got into my bed, a soft pillow that had been filled with flax seed and heated in the microwave warmed me. I was cozy all night. I was intrigued, and looked forward to making my own heating pads once I returned home. It’s really simple to ...
Although we don’t always pay attention to them until they’re hurting, our muscles take a lot of use and abuse. Everytime we bend, lift, stretch, strain, rise, walk, run, sit, stand, lean, squat, and crawl, we use our muscles. In fact, every move we make requires muscle usage. You may be used to reaching for ...