Rester's Choice Gel Cold & Hot Packs (2-Piece Set) Medium 5x10 in. Reusable Warm or Ice Packs for Injuries, Hip, Shoulder, Knee, Back Pain – Hot & Cold Compress for Swelling, Bruises, Surgery
- RELIEVE PAIN EASILY – Lessen your pain without mess and hassle! This cold pack reduces your aches and swelling without any ointments or pills. Whether you have back pain from biking, or you’re sore swelling from surgery, the Rester’s Choice gel ice bag is here to help.
- COMFORTABLY COLD – After a couple hours in the freezer, the ice pack for injuries gets super cold! In fact, it gets so frosty, we recommend placing a cloth between your skin and the back and knee ice pack for the most relief and comfortable use.
- PERFECT COMPRESSION, ANYWHERE YOU NEED IT – Whether you need a shoulder ice pack or warming knee pain relief, the ice gel pack delivers warm and cool compression exactly where it hurts.
- FLEXIBLE WHEN FROZEN - Morph the cold packs into the shape you need even after they've been frozen! Our cold packs for injuries stay pliable so you can place them around your knee and shoulder
- THE RESTER'S CHOICE PROMISE - Guaranteed to last a lifetime, the ice bags for injuries lessen your limps, better your back, and alleviate your aches forever! Conveniently store in fridge, freezer, or backpack for on the go pain relief for years to come.
When to make hot or cold compress
Cold compresses reduce the blood flow where they are applied, help to deswell, and have an analgesic effect that starts after 5 minutes of use, and can be used up to 48 hours after injection, in case of toothache, blow, sprain , knee pain and falls. On the other hand, warm compresses dilate blood vessels and reduce muscle tension, promoting relaxation, and can be used when there is back pain, bruises on the skin, pimples, boils and stiff necks, for example.
A compress is an absorbent material that can be used to apply cold or heat to a region of the body, and can also be used to apply some medication, poultice or cover a wound, which can be cotton, mesh or gel.
when to make hot compress
A warm or hot compress promotes increased local blood flow, increases mobility and promotes relaxation, which can be done in some situations, such as:
- Muscle pain;
- Bruises;
- Boil and stye;
- Torticollis;
- Before physical activity.
A warm or warm compress can be placed on the back, chest or anywhere on the body where increased blood flow is required, however it is not recommended when you have a fever, for example, as there may be an increase in temperature body.
The warm compress can be used 3 to 4 times a day, for 15 to 20 minutes, but it should always be wrapped in a cloth diaper or other thin cloth, so that the skin is not burned.
How to make a warm compress at home
To make a warm compress at home, just use a pillowcase and 1 kg of dry beans, such as rice or beans, for example. Place the beans inside the pillowcase, tie them well to form a bundle, heat in the microwave for about 3 to 5 minutes, let it warm and apply to the painful region for 15 to 20 minutes.
If, even when using ice or hot water, the pain does not diminish or the symptoms worsen, one should go to the doctor so that tests can be carried out that can identify the cause of the pain and, thus, specific treatment can be indicated.
When to make hot or cold compress
Cold compresses with ice promote a decrease in blood flow in the region, reducing inflammation and pain, in addition to preventing the appearance of bruises. Thus, this type of compress is indicated for:
- After hits, falls or sprains;
- After taking an injection or vaccine;
- In toothache;
- In tendonitis;
- After physical activity.
To make a cold compress at home, simply wrap a bag of frozen vegetables, for example, in a towel or cloth and apply to the painful area for 15 to 20 minutes.
Another possibility is to mix 1 part alcohol with 2 parts water and place in a ziploc- type bag and leave in the freezer. The contents must not be completely frozen, and can be molded as needed. The usage mode is the same.
