Instructions for Cureve Extra Large Gel Pack with Cover

COLD THERAPY

Using a Freezer:

  1. To cool from room temperature, place in freezer for at least two hours (Store the gel pack in the freezer at all times to ensure it is always ready for cold therapy)
  2. Prior to application to skin, place inside included cover or wrap with a towel

Do not use directly on the skin

3)  Use the pack in 15 to 20 minute intervals

 

HOT THERAPY

Using a Microwave:

  1. Prior to placing the gel pack into the microwave, remove from cover and kneed the gel to ensure the gel is evenly dispersed and the pack is flat and even. NOTE: Do not heat the gel pack together with the included cover
  2. Place the gel pack in the microwave and heat for 40 seconds. Please note that some microwaves may require additional heating time. If additional heating necessary, continue to heat in 10 second intervals. Note the optimal heating time for future use. Heating directly from freezer Initially heat pack for 80 seconds. Allow the pack to cool before removing from microwave. Heat in 15 second intervals if necessary to reach optimal temperature
  3. Allow gel pack to cool for one minute
  4. Place inside of included cover or wrap with towel before use

DO NOT REHEAT IN MICROWAVE MORE THAN TWICE IN ONE HOUR ONCE DESIRED TEMPERATURE HAS BEEN REACHED

 

Using Boiling Water:

  1. Bring water to a boil in a large pot, ensure there is enough water to completely submerge the gel pack
  2. Remove the boiling water from the source of heat
  3. Immerse the gel pack in the water for approximately ten minutes
  4. Carefully remove the gel pack from the water
  5. Allow gel pack to cool for one minute
  6. Place inside of included cover or wrap with towel before use

 

CAUTION!

NEVER APPLY GEL PACK DIRECTLY TO SKIN

ALWAYS USE INCLUDED COVER OR WRAP A TOWEL AROUND THE PACK BEFORE ANY APPLICATION

CONSULT A PHYSICIAN FOR EXTENDED USE

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN