Why not just buy an ordinary heating pad instead of paying so much more for a Thermophore unit?
An ordinary heating pad is not hot enough to provide the same level of comfort and temporary pain relief as the Thermophore. A Thermophore Automatic Moist heat Pack is a hot fomentation product and medical professionals view it as a medical device. An ordinary heating pad will keep you warm and help you relax, but it will not penetrate deeply into tissue and will not be as effective as a Thermophore Hot Pack. If you suffer from pain that interferes with your life or keeps you from getting a good night’s rest, you will be grateful that you invested in the comfort, pain relief and relaxation of a genuine Battle Creek Thermophore Automatic Moist Heat Pack. In addition, Thermophore packs are Medicare reimbursable, under HCPCS Code EQ 215.
