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Pregnancy is often a joyous life experience, full of anticipation and hopes for a bright future. With it, however, comes aches and pains that can affect joints and muscles, especially in the lower back. One of the most suggested reliefs for most pregnancy pains, especially back pain that occurs in 50 to 70% of pregnancies, is the use of a heating pad.<ref name="rf1">http://americanpregnancy.org/pregnancy-health/back-pain-during-pregnancy/</ref> Heating pads may help ease soreness and reduce inflammation in some individuals, and can be especially useful for your sore back or knees. If you follow specific guidelines, using a heating pad during pregnancy is completely safe. | Pregnancy is often a joyous life experience, full of anticipation and hopes for a bright future. With it, however, comes aches and pains that can affect joints and muscles, especially in the lower back. One of the most suggested reliefs for most pregnancy pains, especially back pain that occurs in 50 to 70% of pregnancies, is the use of a heating pad.<ref name="rf1">http://americanpregnancy.org/pregnancy-health/back-pain-during-pregnancy/</ref> Heating pads may help ease soreness and reduce inflammation in some individuals, and can be especially useful for your sore back or knees. If you follow specific guidelines, using a heating pad during pregnancy is completely safe. | ||
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===Using a Heating Pad During Pregnancy=== | ===Using a Heating Pad During Pregnancy=== | ||
