Safety First Aid Group HypaGel Hot/Cold Pack Compact, Pack of 3

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For the best results to heat them up, we would recommend putting them in a microwave however using hot water will also work. The best way to cool the gel pack is to place the pack in the freezer for approximately 2 hours prior to use. Place the gel pack in the wrap or at least cover before applying to skin, Gel stays flexible even when frozen.

The Mueller Reusable Cold/Hot Pack contains a soft gel and is ideal for cold or hot therapy in treating minor scrapes and bruises, muscle aches and sprains, headaches, minor burns, toothaches. Cool your reusable gel pack in the freezer or heat in the microwave to provide effective treatment for sprains, strains and delayed-onset muscle soreness. It is an essential piece of kit to keep in the freezer to apply immediately after acute sprains, strains and contusions.

I've only used it once, it took approx 45 seconds in the microwave to reach a temperature warm enough to be effective. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners who may combine it with other information that you’ve provided to them or that they’ve collected from your use of their services. The HypaGel Hot/Cold Pack can be cooled in a refrigerator or freezer for use in cryotherapy, or heated in a microwave for use in thermotherapy. Heat in the microwave for 2 minutes (time may vary due to wattage), remove from container and test the heat, for additional heat, microwave in 10-15 second intervals. Cold Therapy: for fast relief from sprains, strains, bruises and swelling, headaches and minor injuries.

The Mueller Cold / Hot Gel Pack also has the fantastic property of remaining very flexible when either cold or hot which can help the user to conform the wrap to themselves easily.Heat is used to promote blood flow to an injured area in the sub acute or chronic injury and to induce relaxation of local muscles that may be in spasm. Our reusable gel packs can be frozen to use as an ice pack and heated to be a hot pack countless times, making them a much more economical solution for lengthy treatment. They say it is very effective, works just as well in a fridge as well as freezer, and is very useful on holiday.

Never apply the gel pack directly to skin without protection, such as a towel, as it may cause burns or frostbite. A reusable hot or cold gel pack that can be used either warmed in boiling water or frozen in the freezer for the treatment of inflammation and pain usually caused by sprains, strains, twist, turns and soft tissue injuries. They mention that its excellent value for money, the packs are the perfect size for isolating areas and that the blue gel freezes enough.During the hot therapy treatment, the blood vessels expand, increasing circulation and the flow of healing oxygen and nutrients to the injury. We use cookies to personalise content and ads, to provide social media features and to analyse our traffic. Place a towel or hot/cold pack sleeve between the pack and your skin and then apply to the required area. Every gel pack comes complete with a soft cover to prevent burns or frostbite that may occur with no cover. This heat / ice pack is for individuals who require a value standard heat or ice pack that can be used on small body areas such as the elbow or wrist.

Alternatively, heat your HypaGel Pack to relieve sore muscles and joint stiffness after the acute stages of injury.Watch the Hot/Cold Gel Pack while heating, if the pack starts to expand, turn off microwave and leave to cool.