Koolpak Luxury Reusable Hot & Cold Physio Pack 36cm x 28cm
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Hot & cold therapy packReusable physio hot & cold gel pack
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Reusable physio hot & cold gel pack
Description
The Koolpak Luxury Reusable Hot & Cold Physio Pack (36cm x 28cm) is an oversized, professional-grade therapy pack designed for use by therapists and medical professionals on patients. Its large size and flexible construction allow it to mould closely to larger body areas, providing either soothing heat or effective cold therapy. The pack remains flexible when hot or cold and, when used as a cold pack, can stay cold for up to 2 hours at room temperature. It is reusable and suitable for repeated use in clinical, sports and home settings.
Bnefits
- Large 36cm x 28cm size provides excellent coverage of larger body areas
- Ideal for use by therapists and medical professionals on patients
- Perfect for use on larger areas such as the back, thighs, hips or shoulders
- Oversized pack easily moulds to the problem area for close contact therapy
- Remains flexible both when heated and when cooled
- Can remain cold for up to 2 hours at room temperature
- Reusable design for repeated hot or cold therapy applications
- Suitable for use in physiotherapy, sports injury management and general first aid
Indications
- Relief of muscular aches and pains
- Management of soft tissue injuries and sports injuries
- Use as a cold pack to help reduce swelling and inflammation
- Use as a hot pack to relieve muscle stiffness and promote relaxation
- Treatment of larger body areas such as the lower back, upper back, thighs and shoulders
Composition
- Flexible gel-filled therapy pack enclosed in a durable outer material
- Exact gel formulation not specified in the supplied product information
Formulation
- Reusable hot and cold therapy gel pack for external use on intact skin only
- Can be cooled in a freezer or refrigerator for cold therapy
- Can be warmed in hot water or a microwave according to manufacturer’s instructions for heat therapy
Packaging
- Supplied as a single reusable hot and cold physio pack
- Retail/clinic packaging branded as Koolpak Luxury Reusable Hot & Cold Physio Pack - 36cm x 28cm
Usage
- Always wrap the pack in a cloth or protective sleeve before applying to the skin to avoid burns or cold injury.
- For cold therapy: place the pack in a freezer (or refrigerator if gentler cooling is required) for the time recommended by the manufacturer, then remove and wrap before application.
- For heat therapy: heat the pack according to the manufacturer’s instructions (typically in hot water or a microwave), ensuring it does not overheat.
- Check the temperature of the pack before application to ensure it is comfortably warm or cold and not extreme.
- Apply to the affected area for a short period (often 10–20 minutes), then remove and allow the skin to return to normal temperature before reapplying, as advised by a healthcare professional.
- Do not apply directly to broken or irritated skin and discontinue use if excessive discomfort, redness or irritation occurs.
- Inspect the pack regularly for signs of damage or leakage and discontinue use if the outer material is compromised.
Contraindications
Not publicly listed
Adverse Effects
Not publicly listed
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place when not being actively heated or cooled.
- If kept in a freezer for cold therapy readiness, protect the pack from sharp objects and contamination.
- Ensure the pack is completely dry before storage and keep away from direct heat sources when not in use.
Duration
Typically used in short sessions of approximately 10\u201320 minutes; when cooled, the pack can remain cold for up to 2 hours at room temperature, allowing multiple short applications within that period as advised by a healthcare professional.
Onset
Cooling or warming effect is felt immediately once the prepared pack is applied to the affected area.
