I need replies from doctors/nurses, as I need to know if the massaging and heating pad won't harm her body. This pad can basically be used to massage back, legs, hands etc. The heat has on of settings also.
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I think It's an incredibly thoughtful gift. I don't know how far advanced Grandma's cancer is, but I can tell you that if she has to lay down a lot, or if she's taking chemotherapy, anything that makes her more physically comfortable is a good thing. I'll keep her, and you in my prayers.
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This sounds like a great gift, very thoughful, but think about your grandmothers cognitive ability, would she fall asleep on it? This can cause burns and skin darkening, due to the break down of red blood cells when exposed to heat for to long, You shouldn't use more then 15 to 20 minutes of heat at a time. What about a professional traveling masseuse that can visit her in her home. This isn't too expensive, about 30 dollars for 30 minutes or 50 for one hour, those are the rates in my area (upstate NY), they can compete with mortar and brick places because they don't have the overhead of a building. And the social aspect of seeing someone and talking to them is great for elderly people, but you should do this if your grandmother is okay with people touching her (she does not have to be naked) also is her skin intact and not tender? Call one up and find someone you trust (interview them, see if they have worked with geriatrics). It is really good for therapy for the body and soul.
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Bad idea- impaired nerve senses make burns from heating pads very likely in an older person.
