“Is a heating pad good for neck tension?”
I am a 30 year old male. I want to know if a heating pad is good for neck tension?
8 Answers
Typically yes, heat can be good to reduce tension.
Yes, I would alternate with ice and see which helps you more.
Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC, MS
Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC, MS
No!
Heat tends to promote inflammation. I recommend Ice for 20min on and 40min off with stretching/exercises. Be mindful of your posture while working and relaxing.
Electric heating pads have no value. Must use wet heat.
A heating pad is good for loosening up tight neck muscles but may not be fixing the cause of the problem. Consult a Chiropractor to treat the cause of neck tension.
Heat should work well for neck tension.
I would rather have my patients using moist heat. Heating pads can give short term relief, but aggravate the underlying cause.
