{"product_id":"the-menstrual-patch","title":"The Everyday Lab Menstrual Patch — Heat Patch for Cramps","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeriod cramps can take out your whole day. The \u003cstrong\u003eMenstrual Patch\u003c\/strong\u003e is an ultra-thin heat patch for cramps that delivers steady therapeutic warmth to relax the muscle and ease the ache — no medication, no hot water bottle, and discreet enough to wear through a normal day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e ultra-thin air-activated thermal patch, single use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm-up time:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 15 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e steady heat for several hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e on your underwear over the lower abdomen — \u003cstrong\u003enot directly on skin\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e iron, activated charcoal, water, salt and vermiculite (mineral)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedication:\u003c\/strong\u003e none — relief comes from heat alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiscreet:\u003c\/strong\u003e thin enough to be invisible under clothing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy heat works for cramps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCramps happen when the uterus contracts, driven by prostaglandins. Strong contractions can briefly restrict blood flow to the uterine muscle, which is part of why the pain feels muscular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplied heat relaxes that muscle and increases blood flow to the area. Research has found continuous low-level heat comparable to common over-the-counter pain relievers for menstrual cramps — remarkable for something with no side effects. The advantage of a heat patch for cramps over a hot water bottle is simple: a bottle cools within twenty minutes, the patch holds temperature for hours and leaves your hands free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen the package and remove the adhesive backing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the patch on your underwear over the lower abdomen — or the lower back, where cramping often radiates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt warms up within about 15 minutes and holds steady heat for several hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove and dispose of after use. Apply a fresh one as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMenstrual cramps and lower abdominal discomfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDays at work or school when lying down is not an option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravel, when a hot water bottle is not realistic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who cannot take NSAIDs, or prefers not to\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety — please read\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not apply directly to skin.\u003c\/strong\u003e Always place it on clothing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use on irritated or damaged skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use during pregnancy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use while sleeping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use during MRI procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a dry place at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen cramps are not just cramps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriod pain is common, but pain severe enough to stop you functioning is not normal and should not be dismissed. Talk to a doctor if your pain keeps you from work or school, is getting worse over time, does not respond to heat or over-the-counter relief, or comes with very heavy bleeding or pain between periods. Conditions like endometriosis and fibroids are common and treatable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/heat-patches-for-period-cramps\"\u003eRead more about heat patches for period cramps →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eInformational only, not medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Everyday Lab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47685425004698,"sku":"Colicosobre","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/4629\/5962\/files\/Copiade4Mesadetrabajo31copia21.png?v=1784423460","url":"https:\/\/theeverydaylab.us\/products\/the-menstrual-patch","provider":"The Everyday Lab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}