Every Home First Aid Kit Should Have a Hot Water Bottle

Hot water bottles are a great way to conserve energy and are a great item to have in the household first aid kit. Hot water bottles can be used to warm a bed, warm feet, provide heat treatment for injuries, aches, and cramps. They may also be used with crushed ice or ice chips in order to provide cool treatments on hot-days or to reduce swelling and bruising. Some people even use them as part of an enema kit.

The water from the hot water bottle, once tepid (or once the ice is melted) may be poured onto plants. If the hot water bottle is microwaveable, the water inside may be used repeatedly.

Hot water bottles come in various styles and price ranges. Safety experts recommend using a cover with a hot water bottle to reduce the risk of burns, but a towel may be placed between the hot water bottle and skin to get the same result.

The following, in no particular order, are just five of the many options available for those who are in the market for a hot water bottle:

1-Fashy Transparent Classic Hot Water Bottle. Made in Germany

http://www.amazon.com/Transparent-Classic-Hot-Water-Bottle/dp/B000MR5RBI

This classic hot water bottle design comes with a twist: its transparent. This allows the user to more accurately gauge the status of ice when the hot water bottle is used as an ice pack, and to more quickly gage filling levels of hot water.

The transparency makes it perfect for those who like something unique and for the elderly. Children may enjoy the transparency as well. This hot water bottle is made from recyclable materials that are odorless. Smooth on one side, ribbed on the other, this hot water bottle also has jointless construction for safety. It does not come with a cover, though covers can be purchased quite cheaply ($3.95). A simple household towel will also work well as a barrier between the hot water bottle and skin.

2-American Health Deluxe Hot Water Bottle

http://www.amazon.com/American-Health-Supply-Deluxe-Bottle/dp/B000RZNJOC

This is the hot water bottle style most are familiar with from its rubber ribbed surface to its screw in stopper. This basic hot water bottle has a 2 quart water or ice capacity and can be found priced as low as $5.85. This hot water bottle is suitable for anyone who just wants an inexpensive and basic hot water bottle. No cover is included with this hot water bottle.

3-Children's Night Sky Plushie - Hot Water Bottle with Cover

http://www.fashionhot.com/ItemPage.cfm?ID=99&Cat=1&SubCat=10

This child-sized hot water bottle is perfect for dealing with minor hot water bottle needs and for use by children. The hot water bottle itself is made from thermoplastic and the included cover is polar fleece. The dimensions are 10" x 6 ½". Sold by FashionHot.com, this handy hot water bottle is priced at $19.97. An adult-size version of this hot water bottle is also available.

Please note that if the item is listed as out of stock with FashionHot.com it is only out of stock at the moment. They will be restocking the item.

4-Hottie Microwaveable Hot Water Bottle: Non-Traditonal Hot Water Bottle

http://www.westons.com/acatalog/Online-Catalogue-HTP40701.html

This non-traditional hot water bottle is sold in the U.K. and comes with added safety features. This hot water bottle is microwaveable and does not ever need to be filled or emptied. It also comes with a covered surface to prevent burns. This hot water bottle would be perfect for those who need to use hot water bottles often, such as athletes and the elderly. It would also be great for those who just want the convenience this hot water bottle offers. U.S. orders are accepted. The price in U.S. dollars is $14.17.

5-Heart Shaped Hot Water Bottle

http://www.totally-funky.co.uk/pages/funky/productView.asp?ID=718&SID=463

TotallyFunky of the U.K. brings fun to the world of hot water bottles. This cute design comes with the same rubber outer vessel and stopper of traditiaonal hot water bottles, but adds a non-traditiaonl shape for fun. This hot water bottle would be perfect for anyone who loves heart-shaped items or just needs a heart water bottle and has a great sense of fun. Children may also love this fun shaped item. The U.K. price for this item is 5.99.