Microwavable and reusable. Provides safe and effective hot or cold treatment. Cold therapy can be used to help relieve pain and reduce swelling cause by: sprains, strains, insect bites, bumps and bruises, minor burns, simple headaches and muscle aches. Heat therapy is ideal in helping relieve pain associated with: muscle aches, stiffness, arthritis, cramps. The soft outer pouch eliminates the need for a towel or cover. Latex free materials. 1 sleeve, 1 hot & cold compress. 4 in x 10 in (10.1 cm x 25.4 cm).
Directions: Hot: Heat therapy should not be used until 48 hours after an injury. Heat only when compress is at room temperature. 1. Lay compress flat in a microwave oven on a paper towel or paper plate. Heat at full power for 20 seconds. If compress expands like a balloon: Stop heating. Compress is too hot. Let compress cool. Check for leaks. 2. Remove compress carefully from microwave oven and knead to distribute heat evenly. Check for desired temperature (see applying hot compress to skin). 3.To reheat, place hot compress back in microwave for 15 second intervals until desired temperature is reached. Knead compress again to distribute heat. Applying hot compress to skin: 1. Insert compress in sleeve or wrap in cloth. 2. Check for desired temperature by carefully placing covered compress against forearm. If too hot, let cool. When comfortable, apply compress to desired area. Remove compress if it becomes uncomfortable. Cold: Cold therapy is recommended for the first 48 hours following the injury. Store cold compress in freezer for at least two hours before use. Applying cold compress to skin: 1. Insert cold compress in sleeve or wrap in cloth. 2. Apply cold compress to desired area. Remove compress if it becomes uncomfortable. Do not apply for longer than 20 minutes at a time.
Warnings: FOR HOT OR COLD USE: Check for leaks before use. Throw away if leaking. Individuals with problems in sensing heat or cold should use extreme caution with this product. For external use only. Adult supervision is recommended when using on children. Use with sleeve or wrap in cloth for insulation. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about the injury or if swelling or pain persists. Do not lie on top of compress, as it could cause compress to break. TO AVOID BURNS: Do not overheat compress. Check temperature before use. Do not use heat therapy with external pain killing products. TO AVOID FROSTBITE: Cold therapy should not exceed 20 minutes at a time. Suggested First Aid: If contents contact skin or eyes, remove pack immediately. Thoroughly flush with water. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
