Infrared Heat Lamps

looby75

do they help ease pains such as sciatica?

How much do you need to pay for one that does the job?

My mil has lots of joint pain and sciatica and I know that heat helps her get a bit more comfortable, she uses hot baths and water bottles to help at the moment, but they aren't always convenient, so I was wondering if a infrared heat lamp might be a better option for her and maybe the effects would last longer.

Does anyone else have any experiences of them?

EthelBloggs

I bought one for my mum for xmas.. it's a hand held thing which also has a massager and different kinds of magnetic attachments.. will let you know how she gets on with it

looby75

thanks

Can I ask how much you paid for it, it's MIL birthday soon and I was thinking about getting one for her.

EthelBloggs

http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/4422378.htm

This is the one I got.. it was 24.99 but it seems to be reduced now

So far me mum really likes it.. she has bad circulation and arthritis among other tings and the heat seems to help a lot

looby75

that looks quite handy! and in the sale too LOL

Thanks

Becles

Also consider an electric heat pad, like this:
http://www.boots.com/shop/product_details.jsp?productid=1055847&classificationid=1022693

I got one after injuring my neck and upper back in a car accident, and it's far better than a hot water bottle. You can wrap it round the affected area, and as it's flat, it's more comfy to lie on it compared to a hot water bottle.

I've also used it to help period pain, by tucking it down my trousers while I've been watching TV/on the PC etc

I would highly recommend it.

looby75

thats a good idea too, I've never seen them before.

Thanks Becles.

Glad

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looby75

thanks Glad