<p> Reusable ice pack for injuries works on most areas of the body. Use it as an ice pack for hip, back, shoulders, knees, neck head, elbows, thighs, etc.<br><br> <p> <b>Effects</b> <br> <br> Cold Therapy <ul> <li>Reduces blood flow</li> <li>Slows down metabolism</li> <li>Lowers oxygen demand</li> <li>Decreases local enzymatic activity</li> <li>Limits further injury</li> <li>Slows nerve conduction</li> <li>Decreases muscle spindle fiber activity</li> <li>Pain relief</li> </ul> Heat Therapy <ul> <li>Intensifies blood flow</li> <li>Speeds up metabolic rate</li> <li>Increases oxygen uptake</li> <li>Accelerates healing</li> <li>Relieves menstrual cramps</li> <li>Reduces pain</li> <li>Decreases joint stiffness</li> <li>Improves tissue extensibility</li> </ul> </p> <p> <b>Indications</b> <br> <br> Cold Therapy <ul> <li>Muscle strains</li> <li>Ligament sprains</li> <li>Overuse injuries</li> <li>Soft tissue contusions</li> <li>Minor burns</li> <li>Fever and headaches</li> </ul> Heat Therapy <ul> <li>Muscle pain</li> <li>Joint pain</li> <li>Muscle spasms</li> <li>Mild arthritis</li> <li>Joint stiffness</li> <li>Bursitis</li> <li>Headaches and migraines</li> </ul> </p> <p> <b>Directions</b> <br> <br> Cold Therapy <ol> <li>Keep the gel pack in the freezer for at least 2 hours</li> <li>Insert the frozen cold pack for injuries in the pouch</li> <li>Apply the ice pack with strap to the affected area for 20 minutes</li> </ol> Heat Therapy <br> <br> <i>In hot water</i> <ol> <li>Boil a pot of water</li> <li>Take the pot off the heat</li> <li>Immerse the gel pack in hot water for 10 minutes</li> <li>Insert the hot pack in the pouch</li> <li>Apply to the affected area</li> </ol> <i>In the microwave</i> <ol> <li>Place the gel pack in the microwave, making sure the gel is evenly distributed</li> <li>Microwave the gel pack for a period of 20-30 seconds at medium setting, check for desired temperature, and microwave again, as needed</li> <li>Apply to the affected area</li> </ol> </p>