Instant pain relief from aches and strains. Suitable for treating both acute (cold therapy) and chronic (heat therapy) injuries
- Conforms to the shape of the application area to ensure maximum coverage and relief
- Freeze in the freezer, cool in the fridge or heat in the microwave
- Lasts longer than an instant ice or heat pack
- Suitable for all ages including children and the elderly
- Available in 3 sizes to suit any need including – wrists, elbows, arms, ankles, knees, legs, necks and backs
- Supplied individually
- Please note that the gel used inside the packs has been changed to make it easier when heating in a microwave and also to conform better to the body, the new gel is a slightly lighter colour and more liquid in consistency
- Packs contain carbomer, glycerol and water
- Choose between Small, Medium and Large sizes, depending on the size of the affected area
Size Dimensions:
Small – 13cm x 14cm
Medium – 12cm x 28cm
Large – 16cm x 28cm
Heat Therapy Benefits:
- Promotes blood flow to an injured area
- Dilates blood vessels helping sore and tightened muscles to relax
- Suitable for the treatment of chronic muscle pain or sore joints
- Also suitable for warming up stiff muscles before activity, tendonitis, relieving spasms and osteoarthritis
- Not to be used on open wounds, if the skin is hot, red or inflamed, the area is numb. Excessive heat should be avoided
Cold Therapy Benefits:
- Reduces blood flow to an injured area
- Slows the rate of inflammation reducing the risk of tissue damage and swelling
- Numbs sore tissues acting as a localised anaesthetic
- Slows down pain messages being transmitted to the brain
- Most effective within 48 hours of an injury
- Not to be used on open wounds, if a person is already cold, the injured area is already numb and if there is a risk of cramping
