When to use Polar Care Cube Shoulder Cold Therapy?
- Post Operative
- Arthroscopic procedures
- Reconstructive Procedures
- Plastic Surgery
- General Surgery
- Post Trauma
- Chronic Pain
- Physical Therapy
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NOTE: Prescription is mandatory, it can be faxed to 1.203.616.2851 or emailed to [email protected] and also this product cannot be shipped next business day or second business day.
Note: This item is non-returnable due to hygiene purposes.
How to use Breg Shoulder Cold Therapy System?
- Use cubed or chunked ice for optimal performance.
- It is recommended to drain the Cold Therapy Pad between uses. To drain the pad, hold the Cold Therapy Pad upright with the hose pointed toward the ground. Depress the black plunger and allow water to drain out of the pad.
- You may disconnect the Cold Therapy Pad from the unit without removing the pad from the affected area by depressing the silver tabs on the hose coupling and gently pulling the hoses apart. The Breg Polar Care Cold Therapy Pad and unit will seal itself and will not leak. Note: Some dripping during release is normal.
- DO NOT RUN PUMP WITHOUT WATER! The pump in this unit is designed to run with water. Running the unit without water will cause permanent damage to the pump.
- Unplug unit before removing lid
- Setting Up Polar care cube
Polar Care Cube Shoulder Cold Therapy Operating Instructions
Setting Up Polar Care Cube
- To refill:
- Unlock handle and remove lid
- Fill with cold water to line, then ice to line
- Replace lid and lock with handle in upright position
Coupler Connections
- To Connect Unit to Pad:
- Push down on the two metal tabs
- Push connectors together until metal tabs pop up
Operation
- To Turn on/off:
- Plug power supply into wall and receptacle on lid
- Operation begins automatically with power
- Unplug power supply to turn off
- To Refill:
a. Turn off.
b. Press down on two metal tabs to disconnect unit and pad.
c. Remove lid and place upside down on a flat surface.
d. Drain and follow fill instructions.
Check Skin Frequently
inspect the patient skin under the pad as prescribed typically every one to two hours.You should be able to inspect the skin by lifting the pad and insulation barrier.
End Session
To stop the pump, disconnect electrical power and remove pad.
How to Clean Polar Care Cube?
- After use, empty and dry the unit with a soft cloth.
- Warm water and mild detergent may be used occasionally to clean the pump and tubes
Warning:
- The Polar Care Cube can be cold enough to cause serious injury, including full skin necrosis.
- Follow these Operating Instructions, and carefully read the Product Insert (see pouch on side of unit) and the Cold Therapy Pad Fitting Instructions (provided with each Cold Therapy Pad) prior to use.
