Cura-Heat Irritable Bowel Heat Pads

Before I get stuck into writing this review I would first off like to point out that I don't suffer with irritable bowl syndrome (thank goodness) and these patches are called that. However in Boots the chemist I had terrible period pains and was suffering stomach cramps and my stomach was on the move and making all sorts of weird noises! I got talking to the pharmacist in there because I wanted something to elevate the symptoms but because I have an eating disorder, and am on other medications etc I have to be very careful what I take. As he pointed out these can also be used for cramps, aches and pains and there is no saying that you have to use them on the stomach (or ...  Read the complete review

Although I do not have I.B.S I have used these heat pads for cramp and they work brilliantly. The pack contains three one use pads sealed in plastic wrappers. When a pad is removed from its wrapper it makes contact with the air. This is what activates the heat pad. It does not heat up immediately but gradually heats to the maximum temperature over the first 30 minutes. The box contains multiple warnings that remind to user to place it on clothing, not in direct contact with the skin. The pads have sticky side which is best stuck to a t-shirt or underwear. Although they do no damage to clothing, it is still best to stick it to something basic and ...  Read the complete review