Sunbeam Health at Home 756-500 Standard Heating Pad with NEW Arthritic Controller

by Sunbeam

Product Features

• Standard size (12" x 15") heating pad with UltraHeat Technology maintains consistent heat for greater comfort
• Easy-to-use controller designed specifically for arthritis sufferers with limited use of hand and finger joints
• 3 heat settings
• Light blue machine washable cover

Product Description

Sunbeam 756-500 Standard Heating Pad with New Arthritic Controller for ease-of-use.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 3 x 12.2 inches ; 1.1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00006IV4N
• UPC: 032252756800
• Item model number: 756-500
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (112 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,085 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)
  • #10 in Health & Personal Care > Health Care > First Aid > Hot & Cold Therapies > Heating Pads
  • #54 in Health & Personal Care > Health Care > Pain Relievers
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

159 of 164 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good basic heating pad at a bargain price., December 7, 2006

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F. D. Gillett "Comparison Shopper" (NW Kansas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sunbeam Health at Home 756-500 Standard Heating Pad with NEW Arthritic Controller (Health and Beauty)

I was pleasantly surprised when I began using the Sunbeam Health at Home heating pad (756-500). It heats up quickly and the heat is consistent. The controller is very easy to use, especially for those of us with arthritic hands.

There are no fancy features on this pad. No auto shut-off, no moist heat, an inexpensive cotton cover, and it is not over-sized. For the price I can't complain. The consistent, even heat more than makes up for the lack of features. This is replacing another brand which cost more than three times as much, was slow to heat and did not maintain a constant temperature (varied from too hot to not enough heat regardless of the setting).

If you are looking for a basic heating pad that actually works well, this one will fill the bill.

61 of 65 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Chintzy, but the cat loves it., March 22, 2007

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D. Hackenson (Michigan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sunbeam Health at Home 756-500 Standard Heating Pad with NEW Arthritic Controller (Health and Beauty)

I bought this for my aging cat, and despite the warnings ("Don't use this for animals"), I've used it and he's loved it. On the lowest setting, it is warm without hotspots, and when wrapped in a towel, it provides a very subtle, even heat. The controller is large, and I could see how someone with arthritic fingers might have an easier time operating it. The single slider moves easily, and there is a bright red LED to indicate that the unit is on, just in case you can't tell by touch. Overall construction seems a bit chintzy - cheap plastic with a flimsy fabric cover, but as long as it continues to do the job, I won't complain.

116 of 130 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Do not buy this heating pad. Potentially fatal., January 1, 2009

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Sunbeam Victim (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sunbeam Health at Home 756-500 Standard Heating Pad with NEW Arthritic Controller (Health and Beauty)

I have never written a review for any product on Amazon. Although I frequently read reviews before buying. Do not buy any Sunbeam heating pad. I was using my Sunbeam heating pad tonight and it spontaneously ignited, starting a small fire. Thankfully I had not left the heating pad unattended so my house is still standing. I was shocked at how quickly my bathrobe, pillow case and pillow caught fire. I also have burns on my skin. I have tried to contact Sunbeam to register a complaint and urge them to conduct a product recall but their offices are closed. If you google "class action lawsuit Sunbeam heating pads" you will find numerous cases and photos.

Please rethink any heating pad or electric blanket purchases. The companies that produce these items don't seem very responsible for the fires and deaths they cause. Sunbeam Health at Home Heating Pad, King Size 14" x 18"Sunbeam Health at Home 756-500 Standard Heating Pad with NEW Arthritic ControllerSunbeam Health at Home Easy To Use King Size Moist/Dry Heating Pad, BlueSunbeam Health at Home King Size Heating Pad with HeatSense Technology, Grey