Can I use a heating pad?

December 3, 2014
Asked By:Galianaluv in Newtown, PA

Just got home from surgery around 5pm and wondering is it ok to use a heating pad? How about rubbing them a little? I'm in so much pain and I want to know what I can and can't do to ease it a little

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December 5, 2014

Answer: Heating pad

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December 4, 2014

Answer: No ice heat or massage

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December 4, 2014

Answer: No ice heat or massage

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December 12, 2014

Answer: Heating pad

December 12, 2014

Answer: Heating pad

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December 4, 2014

Answer: Heating pad

December 4, 2014

Answer: Heating pad