Heated pain relief pads okay to use?

[Yellowdaff25]

Hi,

Im 34 weeks pregnant and really suffering with lower back ache and sciatica. I’ve picked up a couple of heated pads for pain relief that don’t have any ibuprofen in them (they say drug free) and heat up for up to 12 hours.

The instructions don’t say they are unsuitable during pregnancy so assuming they’re okay?

Has anyone else used these and are they safe to use?

They say consult a doctor before use if pregnant so I’d check with a doctor or pharmacist in the morning before use