Most factors of economic policy can be divided into either fiscal policy, which deals with government actions regarding taxation and spending, or monetary policy, which deals with central banking actions regarding the money supply and interest rates.
There are many different manners for heat to be applied to the lower back. Some common options include: 1  Hot water bottle-tends to stay warm for 20 to 30 minutes. 2  Electric heating pad-maintains a constant level of heat as long as it is plugged in.
Heat and cold applications: Applying heat and cold applications to the back intermittently can reduce inflammation and alleviate pain. Use a cold pack on the area for 20 minutes at a time and several times per day. Hot packs are best used after two or three days and should be applied to the area in pain. A person can use hot packs, a heating pad or a heat lamp on the lowest setting.