3M Nexcare Reusable Cold Hot Pack with Covers

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• Cold Therapy:
  - Cold therapy is recommended for the first 48 hours following an injury
  - Prior to use, store the pack in the freezer for at least 2 hours
  - To apply, insert the cold pack into the supplied cover or wrap cloth
  - Apply the cold pack to the desired area
  - Remove pack if it become uncomfortable
  - Do not apply for longer that 20 minutes
• Hot Therapy:
  - Hot therapy should not be used until 48 hours after the injury
  - Pack must be at room temperature before heating, before heating, check the pack for leaks
  - If the pack is leaking discard
  - You can used either boiling water or your microwave to warm the pack
  - To use water, bring 3 quarts of water to a boil
  - Remove the water from the heat and place the pack in the water for no longer the 7 minutes
  - Carefully remove the pack from the water and check for leaks
  - Insert pack in the cover or wrap in a cloth
  Microwave:
  - Place pack flat in the microwave on a paper towel or on a plate
  - Heat a full power for 20 seconds
  - If pack expands like a balloon, stop heating
  - Remove pack and knead to distribute heat and check for desired temperature
  - Check for leaks
  - Place in cover or wrap in cloth
  - Place warmed pack against your forearm to test the temperature
  - When comfortable, apply to the desired area
  - Remove pack if it become uncomfortable