Heat belt for pain: 5 models in comparison

Manufacturers such as Thermacare offer a large range of warming plasters and patches, pads and wraps. They are glued to the affected pain points (directly on the skin or clothing, depending on the product in question) or attached using Velcro. These then work for several hours before ending up in the trash. The idea of ​​targeted deep heat to relax the muscles and relieve pain hits an important nerve – in the truest sense of the word – but it is still not very sustainable. The situation is different with a heat belt that you can reuse. We will introduce you to different models, from classic to modern, as well as their advantages and disadvantages.

The heat belts from or are designed in such a way that they are only activated when they come into contact with air (i.e. after unpacking). The so-called oxidation, i.e. the reaction of the iron powder contained therein with oxygen, creates heat. This lasts for several hours, so the belt can be worn anytime and anywhere – but then ends up in the trash because it is not reusable.

A classic one modeled on it, but significantly narrower activated via a power cable. It has ten temperature levels and can be heated to a maximum of 35 degrees. Thanks to the flexible Velcro fastener, the model can be adjusted (up to a waist circumference of 125 centimeters) without slipping. Thanks to the automatic switch-off, you don’t run the risk of the warming belt continuing to run when you fall asleep. The only downside is that you always need a power outlet nearby.

Another well-known classic is the grain pillow, which women especially like to use when they have abdominal pain. But deep heat can also provide relief for back pain. While ordinary grain pillows cannot be attached to the body, this one was specially designed to be tied around the abdomen or lower back. Depending on where the pain is to be treated. Alternatively, there are also models with or .

Hot water bottles are somewhat old school, but have never disappeared from the scene: significantly heavier and more cumbersome than modern heating or grain pads, many people still rely on old-fashioned heat. And so that it can be worn while standing or lying down without slipping off your back or stomach, there is this practical one for the bottle (which is already included) in three different sizes.

Due to constantly evolving technology, there are now also intelligent heating belts for stomach, back and abdominal pain (or ). Not only does it work without electricity, it can be controlled via smartphone (iOS or Android OS). Alternatively, there is also a manual button that you can use to regulate the three temperature levels (maximum 50 degrees). The battery needs to be charged via the USB port. The disadvantage here is that you… still have to buy.