Hotties Royal Stewart Tartan Microwaveable Heat Pad
Hot water bottles can be a big help against Raynaud's disease, however they can put you at risk of burns and aren't the easiest thing to take with you when you travel. Designed to be just as effective but far safer than a standard water bottle, the Hotties Royal Stewart Tartan Microwaveable Heat Pad only needs to be microwaved for a few minutes to provide four hours of soothing heat, and can help you combat Raynaud's with minimal hassle.
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What's Included?
- 1 x Royal Stewart Tartan Hotties
- 1 x Hotties Thermal Pack
How Can the Hotties Heat Pad Help My Raynaud's Disease?
This hand sewn heat pad stays warm and toasty for up to four hours at a time and resembles the shape and size of a typical water bottle. It's therefore perfect for warming your torso or your extremities to prevent Raynaud's from developing, while its slim, lightweight design means it can easily be used at home or when you travel.
What Is Royal Stewart Tartan?
Royal Stewart Tartan is the personal tartan of Queen Elizabeth II and is named after the Royal House of Stewart. With an attractive red, green and yellow pattern, it is one of the most well-known tartans in the world and may be worn by all subjects of the queen according to the Scottish Register of Tartans.
How Does the Hotties Help to Relieve Aches and Pains?
By stimulating the flow of oxygen and nutrients affected area, heat can encourage the body to heal and release stiffness, while simultaneously interrupting pain signals to the brain. This can be used to treat anything from period pain to arthritis and back pain.
How Do I Use the Hotties Heat Pad?
The Hotties Heat Pad is very easy to prepare and use. Some brief instructions can be found below:
- Take the heat pack out of its fabric cover if it stops it from rotating
- Place it in your microwave, allowing the table to turn
- Set your microwave according to the table below
- Flip you Hotties over halfway through heating
- Allow to stand for a minute before use
Read the instructions provided with your Hotties heat pad thoroughly the first time you use it.
How Long Should I Heat My Hotties Warmer For?
It is best to heat your Hotties warmer from cold, following the timing guidelines in the table below. So you won't have to re-heat your Hotties heat pad while it's still cooling down, you might want to have two so you can alternate between them.
Microwave Code | Power Level (IEC 705) | Recommended Heating Time |
B | 650 Watts | 3.5 Minutes |
C or D | 750 Watts | 3 Minutes |
D or E | 850 Watts | 2.5 Minutes |
E | 1000 Watts | 2 Minutes |
How Does the Hotties Work?
Every Hotties warmer contains a combination of plant based materials and water which are safely sealed inside its heat pack. As the liquid does not slosh around as much as it might in a hot water bottle, heat does not escape from the pack as easily, meaning it stays warmer for longer.
Can I Buy Replacement Hotties Thermal Inserts?
A spare or replacement Hotties heat pack is available for purchase. You can add the Hotties Replacement Thermal Inserts to your order by selecting them with the drop-down menu at the top of the page.
Is the Hotties Safe to Use?
Hotties are very safe compared to many heat packs on the market as they don't contain any gels or seeds, and won't explode if heated too much. However, you should always use your Hotties Replacement Pack with the Hotties cover supplied to avoid burning yourself.
Who Can Safely Use the Royal Stewart Hotties Heat Pad?
The Hotties Microwaveable Hot Water Bottle should be very safe for use by most people. However, if you have Diabetes or a general lack of physical sensation, speak to your doctor before use.
Can I Wash My Hotties Cover?
To keep your Hotties cover clean and fresh, you can machine wash it whenever necessary. Simply place it on a cool-temperature wash (max. 40°C) with similarly coloured clothing.
Features of the Tartan Hottie
- Does not contain any wheat, gels or waxes
- Perfect for young children or elderly at higher risk of burns
- Long-lasting, reusable design
- Offers pain relief in addition to warmth
- Contains uniquely designed Hotties heat pack
- Heat helps to relax muscles and soothe joints
- Once microwaved, Hotties pack will provide hours of warmth
- Offers effective relief from pain in the back, joints, tummy and more
- Will never need to be refilled, so saves water and energy
- CE registered as a Class 1 medical device for heat therapy
Technical Specifications
- Cover:
- Hand Made Quilted Cotton
- Machine Washable
- Dimensions: approx. 33cm x 22cm x 2cm