Apparently some people are subtracting stars because they think this product is too small or they can get it cheaper at the dollar store or whatever. I'm just going to try to ignore all that because the product itself is pretty much perfect, in of that it accomplishes it's purpose better than any other way I can think of.
Are there improvements that could be made? I guess so. Maybe you want it bigger. Or with a metal screw top instead of plastic. Or in other colors. Or, or, or, or... Whatever. I've been using ice in zip-lock bags and bags of frozen vegetables, and it never even occurred to me that I could have something like what they hand you in the hospital or doctor's office.
My wife just had dental surgery, and she was given a multi-gel "sock" ice wrap to tie around her head. She likes this better. I filled it with ice, and she was able to apply pinpoint cold to the area where she had the most pain, far, FAR more effectively than with the equipment she was given from the medical office.
This is small, but that's an advantage when you have a black eye, a pulled tooth or three, etc. You need to apply cold to where the swelling is, not spread it around half your face. If your whole face or half your leg is bruised use a bag of frozen peas or something, but for specific small-area swelling this is far superior.
It's easy to use, on the cheap side, durable, and it WORKS. If you can get a higher quality one for cheaper more power to you. But I highly recommend EVERYONE own something like this. Because if you have a small-area injury this is perfect, and pretty much indistinguishable from what they would hand you at a hospital or doctor's office.
My wife is really glad we have this and so am I.
Usually I use a Ziploc filled with ice wrapped in a washcloth, and I have to say that this works so much better. It is small, which surprised me but wouldn't have if I had read the dimensions. That said, I had dental surgery and this was perfect sized for applying to my face. I was easily able to freeze just the upper left portion of my jaw where I needed it, and not the rest of my face, which most definitely did not need frozen. I don't use these types of things in my daily life, and when I do need them, it's typically for a smaller area anyway so I've come to appreciate the size.
It's durable and keeps cold for a few hours. It doesn't leak, although the ice does melt. Because it's covered in fabric it disperses the freeze better, instead of killing one spot on your face. Just let it air dry, and It's good to go!
This is a great addition to a first aid kit, especially a travel one.
This simple device will come in handy when you need to apply ice or heat to a focused area. My first impression was -- it's quite small. I'm used to filling gallon zipper-top plastic bags to use as ice packs, and this was very small in comparison. Filled, it's about the size of a large orange or grapefruit -- and it covers an area slightly larger than the palm of my hand. The cap screws on and off easily, and it is definitely waterproof. The fabric coating makes it easier and comfortable on the skin -- no need to wrap the bag of ice in a towel like I normally do. On the other hand, the fabric coating seems to diffuse the cold a bit -- so it doesn't have the numbing effect I'm usually looking for when using an ice pack. It feels pleasantly cool, but not really all that cold when applied to the skin. Although this will come in handy, I think it would be much more useful in a larger size.
I’m not quite sure how to review this? It’s tiny, about 3” x 4”. I can barely get a handful of ice in there though it handles hot (not boiling) water well.
If I choose to use this at home, I’m at a loss. I have ice packs that are larger and longer-lasting and a heating pad. There is no purpose for this ice piece in my daily life. However, if my children were still, well, children , it would be appropriate and useful. The perfect size in fact.
What I have discovered is it really is the perfect travel ice piece, collapsing and weightless and it gathers a decent amount of hotel ice, which tends to be smaller. So, in this regard, I’m rather impressed with it.
Children: Yes
Home use: No
Travel: Yes
My parents had a reusable bag like this when I was a kid and they are a lot better than using a plastic bag for icing an injury. This turned out to be a little smaller than I was expecting, but that's on me as I didn't read the dimensions before ordering. That can actually be a good thing when you need to focus on a tight spot. The only thing I'd knock it for is the threads are plastic whereas the old school ones used metal, but I'm not surprised they'd opt for plastic these days based on cost. You can also use it for heat using hot water, but I think a heating pad is better suited for that.
Feature Product
- VERSATILE ICE PACK: This multipurpose ice pack can be filled with either ice or warm water, to provide instant relief depending on the circumstance.
- EASY FILL: The quick and easy-to-use design features a large twist off cap, making it easy to fill with ice or warm water.
- EASY REFILL: This ice bag's classic design means it's not only simple to use, but also easy to refill if needed for extended periods.
- MADE WITHOUT BPA
Description
Fill this American Red Cross Therapeutic Ice pack with ice or warm water for instant relief. The quick and easy-to-use design features a large twist off cap, making it easy to fill. Whether caring for your child or yourself, you'll appreciate the classic design. It features a large twist off cap, allowing you to quickly fill it when needed. The design means it's not only simple to use, but also easy to refill if needed for extended periods.
This American Red Cross Therapeutic Ice Piece is a smaller version of the traditional ice pack. Its small size holds a surprising amount of ice and keeps cold for quite a while. I had no problems with leaking as the ice melted. This is perfect for most bruising injuries and hits to the head because it is the right size for most injured spots where something has hit you and it is very easy to hold in place and on exactly the right spot. When emptied, it is small enough to dry out fairly quickly. It fits easily even into my travel first aid kit and I am really pleased with this product.
This is tiny; so much smaller than I was expecting. It fits easily in my hand. It's best used for a small injury, and won't work for a larger surface area (like a knee). It could work for a wrist or a child's owie. I tried using it for a headache and it was unsatisfying. As far as functionality, it's good. You fill it with about a cup of ice, and the bag gets cold but not too cold, so you can put it directly on your skin. It is leak-proof and doesn't collect condensation. The ice will melt after a while, so it doesn't insulate the ice much. It's a useful first-aid tool.
Be aware that the American Red Cross Therapeutic Ice Piece isn’t large in size and won’t cover a big area. So if you need an ice pack for your back, this isn’t the product that you want. However for shoulder pain, small bruises and even headaches this will work quite well. In fact, this would work well for any small area on the body that needs an ice pack.
American Red Cross Therapeutic Ice Piece is easy to fill with ice or cold water. It has a secure screw on top. After nearly a half hour after we had put ice in it, the pack was still very cold.
The classic cloth ice pack is still one of the better designs around, able to handle cold or warm contents without dripping and having the fabric to shield from icy skin contact. This Red Cross version is small, but well made and does not spill with gentle use. As with any of these, the main downside compared to the plastic gel packs from the hospital is that they can't really be disinfected. The only option is spot cleaning with dish soap. Still, I would recommend everyone have one of these around.
This is a basic ice pack that has a plastic screw-on cap that you fill with either ice or warm water. It is small so it is good for using in cases of bruising, insect stings and minor headaches that are concentrated in specific areas. It is not large enough to use as a mask to cover both eyes. To use, you just fill the pouch 2/3 full. To clean, just empty it and let it air dry. The pouch materials is tough and leak proof. The American Red Cross emblem with stamped over the fabric.
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