A member asked:

I'm 33 weeks pregnant- have lower back pain, is it safe to use heating pad on lower back on medium setting while i sleep?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

Yes, briefly: On low and for less than an hour is likely to be helpful and not harmful to you or baby. Set a timer.

Answered 11/8/2015

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