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Cold Therapy Packs & Sprays

Cold therapy is useful for the acute stages of sprain and strain injury, helping reduce pain and swelling. It forms part of RICE treatment - Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation - recommended by the NHS.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is in an ice pack?
Single use ice packs tend to have two layers, the outer section will generally contain water, while the inner one has a mixture of chemicals that will react with the water to cool it down once the barrier has been broken. Reusable ice packs generally contain a special gel that will work as a cold pack by being pre-frozen. Or, if you are using a reusable ice bag, you can fill it with ice cubes.

How cold should an ice pack be?
Typically, an ice pack will be around 0°C, but this can vary depending on how long it has been stored or how long the water and chemicals take to react with each other.

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