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Does the use of electric heater for mattresses worsen the pre-exsiting back pain or cause further damage to discs that are currently herniated?
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NO: I know of no evidence that an electric mattress pad or blanket can worsen back pain or a herniated disc. In fact, it might feel good.
Answered 11/22/2015
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No: Using a electric heater should not change the structure of your spine at all.
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