Described is a therapeutic neck pad having an elongated strap with a widened central portion. The widened central portion can be placed on the front of a user's neck and covers a substantial portion thereof. The widened central portion includes an absorbent pad on which ointments, creams, lotions, or any desired topical medication can be placed. The absorbent pad brings the ointment into contact with a user's neck and provides a soft and comfortable surface for the user. The ends of the elongated strap have fasteners thereon. The neck pad can be wrapped around a user's neck and the ends of the elongated strap can be overlapped and secured together by means of the fasteners on each end.
