Heat patches?

[Inquisitive]

I know this sounds stupid, but I've managed to pull a muscle in my ribs by coughing ... Unfortunately I'm still coughing only now it's really painful. Does anyone know if can I use one of those stick on heat patch things? I'm 11 weeks.

I have been using them on my back throughout my pregnancy(now just over 21 weeks) because of chronic back pain I believe as long as you keep them away from the baby that is fine but may be best to talk to your midwife or GP just to make sure