Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease that impacts connective
tissues in the body and can cause hardening of the skin. According to the
Scleroderma Foundation, symptoms range from mild to severe, depending upon the
individual and the type – localized or systemic. The milder form, localized, impacts
the skin and muscles. Systemic may affect the skin and internal organs. The
cause is not known, and there is no cure, but there are treatments that may
help.
A woman who has a form of this disease and called to place
an order alerted me to the fact that on the Scleroderma Foundation Web site there
is a page called “Products that benefit,” offering resources for heating pads.
The Foundation does not endorse any of the companies listed but I noticed several offer
hand warmers to help deal with the symptoms.
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| Cozy Sheep microwave heating pad for soothing relief from Scleroderma |
Maine Warmers® heating pads come in a variety of shapes and
sizes, from Back Warmers and Neck warmers, Hand Warmers, and unique
animal designs that can be micro-waved for heat or frozen for gentle cold. They make great gifts for those with Scleroderma. All
of Maine Warmers® products have removable covers for easy laundering. Products may be purchase
online or in stores that are listed on the Maine Warmers Web site.
