The best heating pads to relieve muscle aches, menstrual cramps and more, according to experts

As a gym-goer and former high school athlete, I’m no stranger to aches and pains. Thankfully, heating pads are a safe and easy way to soothe soreness at home. Specifically, according to the experts, heating pads reduce your body’s perception of pain and stiffness by generating heat to increase blood flow to a certain area, which helps to increase mobility and circulation, reduce inflammation, and help you feel more relaxed.