Dr.Odin Hot Water Bottle

Hot water is a vasodilator, meaning it expands the blood vessels, improving circulation. This can help muscles relax and reduce pain

Remove the hot water bottle before going to sleep and never try to sleep lying on top of one. To avoid burns and similar injuries, always use a hot water bottle with a cover or alternatively wrap your bottle with a towel. Avoid contact with one part of the body for more than 20 minutes

If used and stored according to recommendations, your hot water bottle should give good service for approximately 2 years; during this time, rubber will naturally deteriorate, therefore it is advisable to replace your hot water bottle to ensure it is compliant with British standards for safe use.

Throw it out if there are any signs of leaks or if it looks cracked, damaged or brittle.

 A hot compress of Dr.Odin’s hot water bottle can physically shut down the normal pain response involved in stomach aches, period pain or colic.

Heat via a hot water bottle is ideal for reducing tension, cramping, and muscle spasms.

When filling your hot water bottle, do not use boiling water. Once the water has boiled allow it to stand for a couple of minutes before filling your bottle. Filling a bottle with boiling water can cause splash back, which may cause burns.

Older people with sensitive skin and people with reduced feeling in parts of their bodies should avoid using hot water bottles.

The reason why you should only fill your hot water bottle 2/3rds full is very important that your hot water bottle is not over inflated with either water or air. By filling up your hot water bottle completely, it does not allow the water to move freely and causes pressure on the hot water bottle.

A simple treatment for arthritis-related joint pain is to apply a hot-water bottle to the aching joint. If brought to a warm but comfortable temperature, these can be helpful for arthritis.

 To relieve pain and inflammation caused by the sciatic nerve is to apply a hot water bottle at the bottom of your spine, or over the painful area. This helps to relax surround muscles and increases the release of endorphins that help to promote wellbeing.

Ribbed side gently releases diffused natural heat and when needed turn over to increase the warmth that will last for hours. Ribbed on both side – diffuse heat to last longer and avoid being too hot.