It can be tempting for many to leave the heating pad on when they’re experiencing aches and discomforts. This may sound like a good idea but it can prove to be very dangerous. Elite Daily). This could lead to injury.
“As a general rule, it’s not a good idea to sleep with a heating pad,”Elite Daily was told by Dr. Robert Glatter. He is an assistant professor of emergency medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital. “Not only is there a risk of sustaining a burn, but there is the added risk of fire if it overheats.”
Although the chance of this happening is very low, it’s better to be cautious when using a heating pad. The heating element or coil could overheat during sleep, which can lead to burns. If the heating pad touches your skin, this could cause burns. It is best to only use heating pads while you are awake.