Heat Therapy for Back Pain

Heat promotes various healing processes and penetrates deeply into the muscles and tissue. In the case of muscle tension, the perception of pain in the brain is reduced and the muscles are relaxed by the supply of heat. Metabolism is stimulated, the vessels expand, and circulation is promoted. In this way, the tissue can be supplied with nutrients and toxins can be transported out of the body.

Persistent pains such as muscle tension or damaged tissue can be relieved by the application of heat. However, it is advisable to seek medical advice in advance in case of complaints. Because in the case of muscle tension, heat should only be applied if the joint is neither inflamed nor swollen. It is not recommended to apply it directly to the joint - rather, it is advisable to limit the application to the surrounding musculature.

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What are the most common causes of back pain?

1. Incorrect posture

One of the main causes of back and neck pain is poor body posture. A conscious focus on one's own posture in everyday life can help prevent back pain.

2. Lack of movement

A sedentary lifestyle is another major cause of back complaints. Our body is designed to move. However, if we spend a large part of our day sitting and moving too little, muscles can atrophy and flexibility can decrease, which can lead to pain in the back and neck area.

3. Overweight and poor nutrition

Overweight not only strains the joints, but also the spine. A balanced diet and regular exercise are therefore not only important for general health, but also for a strong back.

4. Stress and psychological strains

Stress can not only affect the psyche, but also cause physical complaints. Chronic stress often leads to tension in the muscles, especially in the neck and shoulder area, which can ultimately lead to back pain.

5. Incorrect lifting and carrying

The classic "heavy lifting" without the correct technique can lead to back injuries. Make sure you lift heavy loads correctly by bending your knees and keeping your back straight. Avoid twisting your upper body while lifting.

How does heat affect the body?

Heat has a long tradition as a natural healing method and has been used for centuries for various types of pain. But how exactly does heat affect our body?

Reduction of pain perception
Heat stimulates the production of endorphins, the body's own painkillers, thus reducing the perception of pain.

Muscle relaxation
The heat penetrates deep into the muscles and releases tension, leading to a noticeable relaxation of the back muscles.

Promotion of circulation
Heat expands the blood vessels, improves blood circulation and thus ensures a more efficient supply of tissues with oxygen and nutrients.

Healing processes
Heat promotes various healing processes. It can influence pain receptors and reduce the perception of pain.

Infrared rays - effect of infrared light on health

Sunlight is composed of all colours of the rainbow. Some colours are visible to the human eye, others are not. Red light is a natural component of sunlight and acts on the body as heat. This has a relaxing effect on the body and promotes well-being. The irradiated skin becomes warm, circulation is increased and the metabolic turnover in the temperature field is increased. The body is stimulated to heal by the effect of infrared light, healing processes can be specifically supported and cell regeneration is increased.

Beneficial infrared light can be used specifically for the treatment of tension, circulatory disorders of vessels, colds, joint pain and low body temperature. In this way, tense muscle parts can be relaxed, vessels expanded, pain relieved and body temperature increased. Furthermore, they can help you with ear, nose and throat diseases. Infrared lamps have been used for decades in the treatment of colds.

How do infrared rays work for back pain?

The infrared heat rays penetrate only a few millimetres under the top layer of skin and create a so-called "deep heat". This heat is perceived as very pleasant. This promotes blood circulation, the affected parts of the body are better supplied with oxygen and nutrients and metabolic products are more easily transported away. Tensions are released and pain is relieved. At the same time, the combination of muscle relaxation and improved blood circulation has a slight anti-inflammatory effect. Thus, infrared lamps give healing heat with a deep effect.

What other heat applications are there for back problems?

Infrared massage devices :Massage devices with infrared light combine the relaxing effect of the massage with the pain-relieving properties of infrared light. The massage function releases tension and promotes circulation, while the infrared light penetrates deep into the tissue and provides healing heat there. This double effect makes infrared massage devices an extremely effective tool against back pain.

Massage devices with heat function

When muscle tension makes everyday life difficult, a soothing massage can often work wonders. With a massage, the upper skin layers are treated with pressure. The massage thus promotes the circulation of the skin and muscle layer. In addition, a massage of the back and neck muscles has a relaxing effect. Hardening is released, which has a beneficial effect on the muscles.

Heating pads

Heating pads are soothing helpers for problems in the back and neck area. The constant heat output makes the heat application particularly effective. With pinpoint heat application, the pads are not only a pleasant heat dispenser, but also real helpers for tension.

Hot water bottles and cherry stone pillows

Two helpers that almost everyone probably has at home. Cherry stones store heat particularly well. Warm it up for your heat application simply for a short time in the microwave or in the oven and place it on the painful spot.

Sauna

A visit to the sauna can not only loosen the muscles, but also increase your general well-being. During a sauna session, the body temperature increases, leading to improved blood circulation and muscle relaxation. At the same time, the change between heat and cold stimulates blood circulation. This effect not only supports the supply of muscles with oxygen and nutrients, but also contributes to the detoxification of the tissue.

Hot baths

A warm bath can work wonders for tense back muscles. You can also add essential oils to the bath water to enhance the relaxing effect. Lavender, chamomile, rosemary and eucalyptus, for example, are known for their relaxing effect.

Beurer devices for soothing heat

Beurer offers you a comprehensive range of products for pleasant heat in case of back problems.

In addition to the deep-acting infrared lamps and radiant heaters from Beurer, you can effectively relieve complaints with the infrared massage devices from Beurer. Whether deep-acting tap massage or soothing vibration massage, the infrared massage devices combine the relaxing effect of the massage with the deep-acting properties of infrared light.

With the Beurer back and neck massage devices, you can also reach the hard-to-reach back and neck region. The back and neck massage devices MG 148, MG 150 and MG 153 combine a deep-acting massage experience with soothing heat. The Beurer massage pillows are also the ideal duo for back and neck problems thanks to the additional heat function.

Thanks to various models, the Beurer heating pads are particularly flexible to use. In our range, you will find not only modern sofa cushions and flat, fluffy heating pads, but also those that you can attach to your stomach, back or neck with a rubber band or belly belt.

^{[Not all Beurer heat products are designed for the therapeutic purposes mentioned here. The enclosed product information and the product-specific application purposes described therein apply.]}