Andrew,
Try reading,
Wright, A., Sluka, K.A.
"Nonpharmacological treatments for musculoskeletal pain"
The Clinical Journal of Pain, 2001, 17:33-46
There is a little discussion on recent studies regarding thermal modalities.
You will probably find some of the other findings quite interesting.
Just one question... does she believe heat is helping her? If so, then I
think you don't have a chance to change her mind. People like that I would
just shut up, smile and nod :D
Henry***
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