An electric heating pad is a type of heating pad that uses electricity to heat. It is a small device with a heating element inside, connected to the mains.
Electric heating pads come in different types:
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Flat heating pads are thin and flexible, often used to warm the bed or as a foot warmer.
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Volumetric heating pads - have the shape of a bag with filler and can be used for local heating of individual parts of the body.
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Rugs are flat heating pads of a larger size, used to heat surfaces (floors, chairs, etc.).
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Thermal mugs are warmers in the form of a thermos for heating drinks.
The main advantage of electric heating pads is their ease of use - you just need to plug them into an outlet. They are compact, safe, and provide stable local heating. Widely used for heating in the cold season, as well as for medical purposes.