Heating Patches for Soothing Period Cramps
5 Wearable Heating Patches for On-the-Go Period Cramp Relief
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Applying heat to the lower abdomen with a heating pad is one of the most common remedies for soothing painful period cramps, but it's not always the most convenient. You can't necessarily guarantee you'll be near an electrical outlet to plug in your heating pad when your period cramps strike, and even wireless heating pad options and hot water bottles require the assistance of a microwave or boiling water.
That's why wearable menstrual patches — self-heating pads you stick on your clothes — are so appealing. They stay warm for hours to soothe cramps, and unlike other portable heating pads (like the kinds filled with rice or synthetic gels), they don't need to be microwaved to provide heat. Most of these menstrual patches are also very thin, so they won't bulk up under your clothes, and they feature a sticky adhesive back that keeps them in place as you move around. And because period cramps aren't always so predictable, they're great to stash in your medicine cabinet, handbag, and suitcase too.
Intrigued? We rounded up five menstrual patch options to lean on for cramp relief.
Lola Heating Patches
The Lola Heating Patches ($12 for three patches) can be applied to clothing or the outside of underwear to provide relief. They heat up on contact, meaning soon as they are placed, and stay warm for up to 11 hours.
Rael Natural Herbal Heating Patches
The Rael Natural Herbal Heating Patches ($12 for six patches) provide heated comfort for up to six hours and are filled with herbal ingredients, such as jasmine, rosehip, and dandelion root, to soothe discomfort and help reduce bloating. The patches' square shape make them ideal for placing on the front of underwear or on the back.
LILAS Pain Relief Patches
A popular option on Amazon, the LILAS Pain Relief Patches ($20 for 10 patches) are hypoallergenic and utilise menthol to provide cramp relief for up to 12 hours.
ThermaCare AdvancedMenstrual Pain Therapy Heatwraps
The budget-friendly ThermaCare AdvancedMenstrual Pain Therapy Heatwraps ($7 for three patches) stay warm for up to eight hours, but you should know they can take up to at least 30 minutes to reach their optimal cramp-soothing temperature.
Cora Heat Relief Patches
The Cora Heat Relief Patches ($15 for six patches) have a unique contoured design, which allows them to be easily placed on the front or back of underwear, and stay warm for up to eight hours.
