A good heating pad is indispensable. Whether you struggle with painful menstrual cramps, back or shoulder pain, or just enjoy the soothing heat, it never hurts to use one. Plus, one of our ...

For women, winter can bring additional discomfort in the form of menstrual cramps. The cold weather can sometimes make cramping worse, but heating pads can provide immediate relief.

I’ve had my standard drugstore heating pad for probably a decade (maybe longer), and it’s helped me get through everything from period cramps and a stiff neck to post-workout recovery.