Stop them in the first instance with this cosy heated scarf which is charged through a built-in USB cable to keep you snug on the move. First reserves against the chill include fluffy jumpers and woven blankets to curl up with on the sofa, then heaters and draught excluders, and high tog bed duvets and electric blankets to transform your bed into a puddle of warmth when you head to sleep. The self-adhesive design is made to be worn against the skin and is discreet enough to wear under clothing. This pad may be shaped like a hot water bottle, but it’s a warm and cosy fleece-covered heat pad complete with illuminated controls and three temperature settings. A rechargeable 2600 mAh Li-ion battery keeps your choice of three temperatures up for up to six continuous hours and the label on the side acts double duty as a controller too.

This flat rectangular heat pad is the ultimate versatile warmer to see to a range of aches and ailments, from workout-sore muscles to period pain. The rapid heat up time means you can stay warm in bed, and never suffer the injustice of waking up to a cold hot water bottle in your bed again. No need to worry about overheating either; an automatic shut-off features triggers at 90 minutes for your safety. There are three heat settings to enjoy, operated with ease through the controller and it is machine washable too.If the gel-pack is being used following an injury, seek medical advice if no improvement in the condition is seen within 72 hours. This warming pad from Beurer administers very mild electrical impulses to block pain messages sent to the brain. Many people suffer from menstrual cramping at certain points of the month, and it can be debilitating and painful. This makes them undeniably cheaper to run than central heating or even a standalone heater as once you’ve had your fill of direct heat you can turn them off.

Aside from soothing tired muscles and helping with stomach cramps, heat pads offer a more efficient way to stay warm as they heat you, rather than the air in a whole house - a plus if you happen to live in a larger home with rooms that are often empty. The 100W design features a BSS safety system and a removable controller which should be detached when you want to put it in the wash for a clean.

Just pop the metal disk and massage the gel pad as the gel begins to crystallise, instantly releasing heat. If you’re looking for comfort at a certain time of the month, reach for this adorable cooling and heat pad, shaped like a uterus. Whether in bed, on the sofa or at your desk, Stoov’s Ploov design is destined to become your cold weather BFF. Give yourself a helping hand and invest in this heat pad from Beurer, a versatile design which can be used flat or rolled and turned into a neck or knee heating pad by using the velcro straps.

It’s great for cuddling thanks to the soft velvet-like cover and with a five minute heat-up time, you won’t have to wait long to feel the warming benefits. It’s perfect for easing knots in tense shoulder, neck and back muscles, and there are three heat levels to use, with a top temperature of 78 degrees - so no chance of feeling cold with it running on top whack. Stuffed with buckwheat grains and lavender, it just needs to be microwaved for a short time to load it up with heat, which it will slowly radiate to keep you cosy while you’re in bed or on the sofa. The company’s cordless heated cushion is made with a 12-watt built-in infrared heating element that heats you up to 42 degrees - how’s that for toasty? Set it to the right level using five temperature settings and don’t worry about falling asleep with it on, as it has an auto shut-off timer.Measuring 60 x 30cm, the rectangular pad from Beurer offers three temperature levels to offer localised heat where you need it most. Cold weather only exacerbates conditions like arthritis and it can be difficult to get comfortable when the mercury refuses to budge from measly single figures. There are three temperature levels: 40, 50 and 60 degrees ready to make your winter commute that much more comfortable.