Bed Buddy Microwave Heating Pad - Body Wrap Heat Pad With Flexible Soft Fabric - For Hot or Cold Therapy, Great for Cramps, Muscle Pain, Joint Pain from Arthritis, Headaches, Hot Flashes

First of all let me say that this is one of my favorite purchases in a long time. I'm not sure why I waited so long to buy one of these. I guess it was because I didn't know it existed. I'm so glad that I discovered it. It was a "gift to myself." It just keeps on giving and giving. I suffer from chronic health issues that bring pain and stiffness to various parts of my body. The bed buddy is a god-send. It is living up to it's name as I've taken it to bed with me every night since it arrived. And let me say, that I was concerned that it might have an odor generally or when heated. It doesn't. I'm so glad because I have a sensitive sense of smell. For over 15 years I've been using another product in the Carex line. I'd noticed in recent days that even though it still warms without issue it sags so much when I put it around my neck that it's no longer doing it's job. I love being able to put this in the microwave for a minute and a half or two and then either drape it around my shoulders, put it around my waist (the velcro comes in handy) or lie down on it. It gives moist heat that is soothing. It's generous size of 23" x 16.5" makes it suitable for larger areas. And although it is large I don't find it to feel heavy when I walk around with it on. You'll want to experiment with your microwave and be sure not to overheat this. I'd say that less is more. Start with what is directed on the small tag and throw it back in if it doesn't feel warm enough. Here is what is on the tag: There are a few cautions on the label: -Microwave heating times vary--DO NOT overheat -DO NOT use convection function of your microwave oven -Always heat on clean empty microwave safe dish. Lay flat and distribute contents of Bed Buddy evenly lengthwise -Microwave Bed Buddy for 1 minutes and 15 seconds at standard power -DO NOT leave Bed Buddy unattended while heating -Always touch-test by shifting contents to check for hot spots before use -If higher heat is required, continue microwaving in 15 second intervals-repeat above -DO NOT exceed 2 minutes total heating time -Contamination by food or liquids can cause overheating resulting in burns to the skin -Continually shift the position of the Bed Buddy when in use -NEVER place a heated Bed Buddy over the eyes -Never wash this Bed Buddy product. Wipe with a damp cloth only and let dry thoroughly DO NOT use this product on persons with nerve damage, circulatory problems, sensitive skin, or with damage or broken skin, or on persons unable to remove this product such as infants, children, and some older persons I haven't tried the cold feature. According to the box you can put this in the freezer overnight and use it as a cooling wrap. I have gel packs that work well for that so I'll probably use this exclusively for heat. I would have liked for this to have come with a casing of some kind so that if it gets dirty I can wash the cover. It didn't, and I suspect that is due to the shape and size. No problem, I can throw it in a microfiber pillow case if needed, and I intend to ask a family member who sews to make a little thin cover for it. We just recently replaced a moist heating pad for one of my close relatives because her's had burned up. Fortunately no one was hurt and nothing was damaged. The new heating pad was nearly twice as expensive as this and doesn't allow all that much more coverage. Plus it didn't have a cover either. So dollar for dollar, I feel that this is a better deal. I suspect that we'll need a second one of these as my husband immediately wanted to try it when I warmed it up the first time. He loved how it felt!

These are fantastic! I'd previously only used the original Bed Buddy, but this one is perfect for the area where your neck / back / shoulder meet. Super comfortable, and it has as good or better heat retention than the original Bed Buddy. While efficacy is different for everyone, it works great for me to help relieve neck and inner shoulder pain and stiffness after a day of desk work, or before bed time. Although they're above average thickness, I don't even need to us the velcro straps, as instead I just let it sit on my shoulders and neck because of it's heft / weight (almost like a weighted blanket). For the cost, this thing is a great value, IMO!

It's too heavy and big to help your whole neck. I didn't stop to realize this, and ended up with two of them, by accident! But, it's great for the shoulders and lower back. What's hard, tho, is to get it to heat up in the microwave. It's heavy and dense, and my 900 watt oven takes almost 3 minutes before you find it hot enough - which is annoying, but as I write it, sounds petty! So, I am moving my star up, as it works as it should, if you are patient....as a patient.

This is by far the BEST heating pad I've ever used be it microwave or electric!! I have used them for years & will continue to use them. Please please please don't stop making them!! They easily heat up in the microwave at your desired heat level (be sure to give it a good shake to redistribute the hot stuffins before you place it on your skin to remove any hot spots) It is PERFECT & I MEAN PERFECT for the neck & shoulders!! It starts out a little stiff but softens with use. I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT IT! Be sure to read heating directions accordingly to your microwave. Enjoy your relaxing pain-free time that I feel really lasts a long time.

While this is stitched well and will last a long time, whatever the filler is does not hold heat as long as the original from way back when. This one has to be re-heated within maybe 10-15 minutes. Not that it's cold at that point, but doesn't provide therapeutic heat. I wish I had a second one of the original, which I've had for many many years.

This is amazing. I have several bulging discs and this is my go to pain relief. It is a five star pain reliever. It heats in minutes to give 20 minutes of pure joy. I’ve used other styles, but this is created to fit comfortably and stay put with a convenient Velcro fastener. It’s a life changer for neck pain.

I've been using the Bed Buddy products in various sizes on a daily basis for the last 3.5 years, as I have chronic pain. This one just got a hole burned right through it, even though I followed the heating directions! I'm having a replacement sent to me to try again, but I have read where other viewers say that this happened to them as well. I'll update this review once I've used the new one for a while. Since mine got burned at the narrow end, I'm guessing that it heats unevenly, so in order to get the large part heated enough the narrow ends would get too hot! On another note - I would have given this product only 3 stars even if this hadn't happened. As some others said in their reviews, the wrap is not as large as it looks on the website, and when I held the product up next to the picture of it on Amazon, it doesn't have the same profile lines at all. The picture on Amazon makes it look like it sits up on the neck, but it doesn't at all. It is still soothing, just not for as large an area as they make it seem. I'm only 5'4", not a large person, so it should have covered more area. ** Update 1/14/14 I did receive a new product and have used it for a couple weeks now. There are definitely different models of this same neck wrap out there, because the second one that I received is even smaller than the first one. Possibly some of these out there are fraudulent products? Hard to say. This is the first Bed Buddy product that has ever had a really harsh chemical smell, and the first time I used it I broke out in a rash on my neck and the underside of my jaw where I had placed the heated product. For the time being, I have tried using this daily and it helps some, however, it only stays warm for about 15 minutes, which is not as long as other Bed Buddy products that I own and use regularly, but I guess that's better than nothing. I hate to do it, but I guess I will have Amazon try sending me another one again! For heating: I have found that the reason the first one burned up at the narrow end was possible because I was folding it any which way prior to heating in the microwave. With this second item, I have made sure to fold it with the ends tucked into the middle and haven't had any problem in that regard.

I bought this item as a gift for my husband for Christmas. He has some neck issues and warmth helps it feel better. We had been using other wraps with gel insides and the bean type stuff. They just didn't work because the insides would move away from where he needed the heat. When i saw this I knew I had to get it for him to give it a try. It works great the insides are contained in the pockets so it never gets uneven and he always has heat where he needs it. It has velcro on in that you can velcro it together on your chest so that it stays in place. He's used it quite a few times now. The only downfall is in order to heat it in the microwave you need to keep moving it around due to that fact that it is pretty large. For it taking longer to heat but having the heating area is does makes up for that only issue. I would recommend this to anyone who has neck, shoulder, or upper back pain that requires heat.

No instructions provided as to how long to microwave for or to what temperature. Product was bery expensive for what it is and does not really work as I cannot get it hot enough

I bought this heating pad years ago at a pharmacy, after being injured in a serious car accident. It was in constant use for about two years, and has been used intermittently ever since. After almost ten years, it slowly started to wear out from so much use. This is the best heating pad I’ve ever used, and I was so disappointed that I couldn’t seem to find another one locally. So I was very excited to see it offered for sale on Amazon. The new heating pad is every bit as good as the one I bought so many years ago.

I received the product which is weird mark of yellow color with a hole. It seems it is used already. So disappointing.

I have had mine for several years, and just bought one for a family member. I heat mine up for quite a bit longer than the instructions recommend but, I like it quite warm. The heat is moist, even after several years. It stays hot for about 10 minutes, I would say. Has a pleasant fragrance, something akin to rice. Very therapeutic.

Lovely neck/shoulder wrap, heavy and stays put when on. As it's not terribly thick, it tends to cool down (or warm up, depending on your use) somewhat quickly. Unfortunately, mine had a defect in material (burnt a hole right through one side to another) and the manufacturer refunded my money. Perhaps I will buy again someday, when on sale.