Multi Purpose Heating Pad

I have used rice heating pads in the past, and enjoyed them. Previously, I had used the style that is wider and shorter, and is only made to be worn over the shoulders like a yoke. I had priced this style out on Amazon a while back and only saw them for $30+. I'm not sure how I missed this one; perhaps it wasn't available yet, or perhaps I dismissed it out of hand because of the shape. Then my sister was over the other day with hers, and I was sold pretty much immediately. The width is more than sufficient for my purposes. The shape and length are great, and allow you to use it a couple different ways, unlike the style I was used to. It's especially nice to wear it draped over one shoulder so that it can reach down your back. It's large enough that it feels slightly weighted, which I think makes it feel even more comfortable/relaxing. I also love the little handles on both ends. The instructions say you can rub in essential oils to the fleece side for aromatherapy. I don't do straight up essential oils, but I AM a fan of indie perfumes (and haven't been able to use them on my skin for a while, since I was recently pregnant and am now breastfeeding). I love to be able to put my perfumes on it so I can enjoy them without putting them straight on my skin. Also: there is a spot that both me and my sister always get a knot on our shoulder/back. This thing really "hits the spot" (ha, ha). I never considered getting a heat pack that could reach it, so this thing is just really fantastic. Note I just got this item, but I'll update the review if I have longevity issues.

I’m very satisfied with this lavender scented microwaveable heating pad. It’s well sewn with no flaws. After 2 minutes in my 1000 watt microwave, it had the perfect warmth to help ease the tight muscles on my neck and shoulders. The heat lasted quite a while. The natural lavender scent is very pleasant, soothing and calming. This pad replaces another brand pad that was too thin and flimsy and had only one chamber to hold the rice, which would never distribute itself evenly. I really like that this pad is wider and feels more substantial. It has three separate chambers sewn down the whole length to evenly distribute the rice and hold it firmly in place. The pad has a comfortable weight to it and feels like a healthy warm hug! I will probably buy more of these as gifts for friends and family.

This heating/cooling pad is a good shape to wrap around your neck but I wish it was just a little longer. It is durable, and the seams are well sewn. Set it on a clean plate and heat it in the microwave. How long? Depends on your microwave, their power varies. After some experimenting I found the sweet spot for time. It feels greats on a sore neck. We've also used it to cool a swollen ankle. Put it in a sealed ziplock bag while it's in the freezer. Again, I wish it was a little longer to wrap on an ankle. In summary, it could be longer and it would be better if it had a removeable, washable cloth cover.

I have used Bed Buddies for years for chronic stiffness in my neck. When I couldn't find one after our move from another state, I went on Amazon to order another. I saw this Nature Creation product and thought it's added weight compared to a Bed Buddy and length sounded very helpful. It does cost a good bit more but when it arrived I could see why: not only does it feel much more substantial than a Bed Buddy, the extra width and length allow me to apply heat to both my neck and shoulders at the same time. I needed two Bed Buddies to do that and one would always fall off. The seams appear to be well constructed and the felt side is very comfortable. I predict it will last much longer than a Bed Buddie. So, while I still would recommend a Bed Buddy--it works and is low cost--if you want to step up to the next level of heat therapy for me this is well worth the money. The seller provided a quality product which was just as described plus followed up to see if ther were questions or concerns.

This thing has become my security blanket- I have nerve damage from Spina Bifida and in the morning the nerve issues in my neck makes my hands and wrists painfully numb and cold. I simply put this in the microwave for about three minutes, drape it over my shoulders, and the pain is eased. I reheat it several times each morning and it really helps out a tremendous amount. I live in Southwest Florida so I wasn't necessarily looking for something enormous and major-heating- I just wanted something warm to drape over my neck and shoulders to try and ease the pain a bit. I think it's not only the heat but also the weight- this thing is FILLED (this is not like a loose sack with a full grains of rice in it, this think is packed to the top) so it's quite heavy. Some people find the weight comforting (I love it) but I know it kind of freaks other people out. My only issues with this thing are that is gets weirdly damp after it's been in the microwave- very humid- and I'm worried at some point the rice will start to cook inside the wrap if enough of that weird humidity builds up (we have the AC on all the time so it's super dry in our house... it just happens after warming up the wrap). Also, it smells a bit like cooked rice as you use it. That;s not a big deal. What IS a big deal is that one of my cats is determined to make friends with this thing and if he ever does, that's the end of the heat wrap. You can't wash it (the rice isn't sealed in a pocket inside the wrap so it would get cooked in the washing machine) and I'm not interested in placing some fabric my cat has gnawed in the microwave every morning and then draping that nasty smelling thing around my neck for a few hours! So it would be nice if there was a washable cover for it. Overall I love it- it's brought me so much comfort and pain relief.

I use the product to provide relief for shoulder pain. It works, is easy to heat up, retains the heat reasonably long. Just does the job.

Ce n'est pas un mauvais produit mais je trouve qu'il a du mal a chauffer, peut etre parce qu'il ne contient pas de la graine de lin a 100% mais un mélange avec du riz. Pour ces raisons également il sort un peu humide du micro onde

This was a good purchase.

Works as advertised. Simple and easy to use, while retaining heat well. The straps are a bonus

Bought this for my mother to aid recovery from a broken shoulder joint. She is delighted with it and finds that it stays warm for a good period (20mins plus) and that the weight keeps it in place well. Good long length. Also great that the contents (grain) do not ‘migrate’ to the ends but stay evenly spread through the pad. Only had it about 10 days so can’t comment on lifespan yet.