can I lay down on the pad?
1122358
I bought this for my mother. According to her, she lies down on it upon the couch and falls asleep. I've never seen it, but that's what she claims. She loves it n
1122359
Sure...its like a mat so it does not stay in the upright position unless you strap it to a chair or seat.
1122360
I have laid down on a recliner. I would not do it too much on the floor without checking the papers it goes with.
1383518
Yes! The pad can remain under you while plugged in and in use. There is a cloth/flannel outside liner that slips over the pad and can be removed for laundering. I was unaware that the owners manual said not to lay on it but that is the only way I use it.
644589
No, the unit has a round back, and is about 4 inches thick. Lying on it would not be comfortable. Also, it is made of plastic - lying on it could break it. I would not recommend this product (it doesn't give off much heat anyway). You would be better off getting a heating pad. Good luck.
1764569
There's a connection to the electric cord on the bottom of the pad located in a corner (no way to lay on top of it). The control panel itself is about 2-feet away from the pad down the electric cord. So imagine if you're laying on the pad, you can actually hold the controls in your hand comfortably without reaching up.Hope this helps.
2189133
hmmm, depends. Are you joking? why would you want to use it lying down? If someone has to use it lying down they might not have the strength or coordination to do it lying down. I could probably do it, but not effectively. Someone could probably do it with their upper extremities if someone held it, or even with the feet if someone held it up.
800313
You're probably not supposed to do so. I had a cat get a nasty burn from sleeping on a pad. However, this pad has a pretty wide range of heat settings and won't run for more that 60 minutes (easy to set for less) so it's probably pretty safe. Note that it's thicker that a typical pad and might not be as comfortable. I use mine for back pain when sitting in the sofa but have nodded off once or twice.
1146669
Hi there. I've had some form of this technology for a bunch of years now and I think it's awesome and easy, but to answer your question, most of these cases and pads have magnets in so you you know exactly where to lay it down. So to answer the question it has to be touching. I'm sorry I made this a long reply and I hope it makes sense. Take care. John
1055527
I haven't tried it lying down. As Roxy answered, your bottom wouldn't be aligned with the rest of your back. There isn't much "give" to it, so that could be uncomfortable. It might help you with sitting, though. It takes some getting used to. Best wishes for complete recovery.
1716557
Manufacturer states you are not to sit or lay on it. But my doctor said it was fine for me to lay on it as long as I don't program temperature too high and DONT FALL ASLEEP. The pad needs to CONFORM to your body. I find laying on my foam mattress topper is perfect for my back. Manufacturer wants you to lay it on TOP of your body. My doctor told me they have to say that or people, if they fell asleep could get burned if the digital control malfunctioned for instance. I've been using this pad regularly and it produces very good moisture! I'm happy with this pad. I prefer the control to Thermophore. I own both. I prefer BodyMed controller.
349386
I can't but I also bought a regular cheap pad to lay over the top plus my fitted sheet. I don't even know its there. Plenty warm. Sometimes number 2 setting gets to warm for me. I really doubt you'll be disappointed.
575442
You could use it as is but I chose to buy a softer pad to use on the bottom.
144214
Yes but I would put the pad in a pillowcase and put a hand towel over the pad as it gets quite hot even on the lowest setting.
1458045
Yes, in fact I found that pad to be rather uncomfortable to lie on, would probably put a heavier covering than just a sheet.Some patients, and I, too, complained about the feeling of the little round buttons.
845914
I'm sure you can. I chose to put it under so I can wash only the pad if needed, and not the pad and the sheets
175735
Yes, you probably could but in our experience, the thicker the pad the better otherwise the central support bar can be annoying. One person can indeed sleep on this but not in the center unless you have a very thick pad. I have sat on it, napped on it without having any feeling like it was going to tip over. Kids can crawl on it without any risk of it tipping over but the steel support beams could hurt them if they fall on it. Again, well padded mattress (or good air mattress) solves this problem. though some air mattresses will slide around when no one is on it holding it in place.
1977297
The company is unlikely to say you can lay on the pad, as there are all those warnings about people who are not sensitive to heat, and people who may lay a small baby on it. I would use my own judgement, and carefully monitor the heat, but enjoy the benefit of laying on it.
1055526
I never use it while lying down, I guess it depends on how flexible your body is. Your bottom would be lifted up- as if you had tucked two pillows under your bottom. It is very comfortable while sitting though.