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Having A Microwavable Herbal Neck Wrap Is A Real Treat

By Stacey Burt


Penetrative warmth and aromatherapy benefits are well known. These can be obtained by using a Microwavable Herbal Neck Wrap to relieve stress, stiffness, cramp, muscle tension and general pain. The shape of such a device allows it to stay in place while you stand, walk or sit. A curved neck wrap can also be used chilled to alleviate inflammation.

Neck wraps can be rapidly heated in a microwave or quickly cooled in a freezer. They are manufactured from a soft, soothing fabric and contoured for a cosy fit. The filling is made up of 100% natural grains and herbal extracts. Long-lasting warmth can help active people to relax. The herbs aid rejuvenation of body and soul.

Neck wraps in the Herbal Concepts range are offered in a selection of eight colours; dark chocolate, light blue, olive, mauve, charcoal, slate blue, black and lavender plus the environmentally-friendly creamy-coloured "organic cotton fleece". These first-rate, inexpensive goods have been in development since 1996. The fabric options you can select are "cosy mink" or 'ultra soft".

The aromatherapy affects of Herbal Concepts goods are produced by a formula of herbs and grains developed in partnership with physicians. These ingredients consist of a mixture of lavender (a nerve tonic), rosemary (for headache support), valerian root (a relaxant and anti-spasm treatment), hops (sedative effects), peppermint (pain relief and anti-spasm properties), chamomile (for relaxation and as a nerve tonic), white willow (analgesic attributes), spearmint (nerve support), yellow dock (circulatory benefits), yarrow (to support healing), cinnamon (anti-spasm effects), lemongrass (a painkiller and analgesic) and a combination of flax and other natural grains. These seeds retain heat.

Just a minute or two in a microwave followed by a gentle agitation of the filling make these cushions ready to loosen up tense or painful muscles as well as enhancing circulation. A pillow can be fastened inside a plastic container and iced up for one hour or longer to generate the "cold therapy" effects. Cold therapy comforts swellings, sprains and strains plus is a treatment for inflammation.

Wraps can be cleaned by dabbing with damp cloths and left to air dry. The removable covers are machine-washable. Cold water should be used; never use bleach. They can be tumble dried on a low setting or hung out to dry. The herb packs should not be washed.

It is easy to relieve the stress often trapped in the trapezius muscles that extend up each side of the neck from the shoulders to the skull by making your own heating pad. An old, thick, long sock makes a convenient wrap. Buckwheat, oatmeal, millet seed and other household ingredients can be used for the filling.

A homemade Microwavable Neck Wrap can contain essential oils which, when heated, deliver their aromatherapy scents. Similar soothing and relaxing effects can be produced by spices. Essences such as peppermint, rose and lavender, or spices such as cinnamon, rosemary and cloves smell lovely. Flower blooms can also complement the mix. A wrap should remain hot for approximately twenty minutes from the microwave's heat. It might prove necessary to replenish the herbs after a few months to achieve continued effectiveness.




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