I thought I was buying 5 gel filled inserts, not 5 cell based papers, that I would need to soak in water (but not too much because you run the risk of the cells filling up too much), wiping them down, then freezing them.
They do freeze nicely and to a nice temp that lasts long. However, if you messed up on that first long important stage, you can end up with inserts that aren't straight but are curved, and won't fit easily into the Ice Wraptor (which ships with a gel based cold pak, same exact size as these), and definitely will cause you pain (when you likely don't need anymore pain!) shoving it into the Ice Bandana.
Maybe this was all in the writeup, but I was needing to shop fast, and that picture doesn't really help you out. But if I need to buy more inserts, I certainly will consider these again. The process wasn't traumatic or anything :) Just do NOT wait until the last minute, ie close to a surgery etc, to order these. Understand the prep time needed so they are all frozen, the devices you will be inserting them are "broken in" and you won't have any of the issues I mentioned! I got through everything, I have 5 inserts to put into the two products I bought (in addition to the gel insert that shipped with the Ice Wraptor) and now I can keep ice on my head and neck comfortably. A bit more of a pain to start out than expected, but now, I'm set!
These are the best. I purchased an Icy Cools neck band with 2 Therma Freeze inserts a few years ago. They stay frozen for about an hour in 90 plus degree Tennessee summer heat. I used them so much I damaged one. I could not find refills like these so I purchased liquid filled inserts. They only stay frozen about half an hour. I was so pleased to find the original Therma Freeze inserts this summer. I ordered 2 packs. I no longer use the original neck band. It can be a little difficult to get the inserts in and out. The neck band was also a little bulky. I now use the frozen inserts in a bandana. Easier to exchange inserts and lightweight.
I have learned to hold each end and just pass them under the tap running tepid water a couple of times. If you really soak them they get too puffy. If you don't let them soak enough they thaw too quickly. Can't comment on how they fit into certain products. These are a little tight in my unbranded wrap, but with a small sharp scissors you can carefully round the corners which helps to feed it in. They freeze quickly, and do stay cold long enough once you learn the optimum amount of water to use.
Followed the advice of other reviews and just ran under water until they got as full as I wanted them. I would not soak them becasue they will get too full. The inside turns permanantly into gel when water is added. Very simple to use. Others gave a bad review but they didn't take ther time filling the,. Love these things! If they are too big to fit into a neck ice collar, they easily can be trimmed to fit.
These were great to use! We bought them for a trip to the Grand Canyon and they stayed nice and cool. I loved that they're so lightweight and easy to pack in luggage. Sadly, they take a LONG time to dry out, so the way home, they were still wet and some of the gel oozed out a little. Nothing bad, but it would be better if they dried out faster for storage. If you're using them all the time, they'd be perfect!
Feature Product
- A LONG LASTING ICE PACK SHEET: Unlike ordinary freezer packs that are rigid when frozen, ThermaFreeze ice sheets for coolers stay flexible and can be used for lunch bag ice packs, ice packs for lunch box, ice packs for coolers, and reusable ice packs. Featuring multiple ice sheets of 6 reusable ice pack sheet squares, ThermaFreeze ice sheets ship flat. Soak ice pack sheets in warm water and watch the sheet expand. Dry before freezing for best performance.
- SOOTHE INJURIES WITH ICE SHEETS: Suffering from muscle soreness or need relief from minor body aches or a sports injury? ThermaFreeze can help. Suitable for use by kids and adults, our reusable ice packs are an athlete's best friend. Add our ice sheets to your first aid products or emergency supply gear. Use on any body part. Each square is 2.5" x 2.5" and can expand to about 1" thick. Works great with Ice Wraptor Ice Bandanas for neck cooling and ice for migraines.
- FLEXIBLE, VERSATILE & REUSABLE ICE SHEET: Featuring 3-ply construction, our cooler ice pack sheets contain expandable, non-toxic beads that absorb 25 times their weight in water. Whether you use them to fit around food containers or body parts that need cold-therapy relief, our ice packs are unlike any ordinary ice pack you have ever used.
- MADE IN THE US: Featuring a thin white backing on one side and soft cloth on the other to provide comfort, ThermaFreeze ice sheets can be cut to size or folded to fit your needs. Whether you use them in coolers or lunch boxes, as cold therapy ice packs for relief from pains, or even to store and ship cold or frozen items, ThermaFreeze will last longer than your traditional ice pack.
- USE WITH ICE WRAPTOR BANDANA: These ThermaFreeze strips are a perfect fit for our Ice Wraptor Bandana. The Bandana was designed to help keep you cool in the heat. Use the Bandana to keep your neck or other small joints cool. The Bandana is lightweight and easy to use.
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Shipped and stored flat, ThermaFreeze ice sheets need to be hydrated and frozen prior to use. Each sheet contains 6 white cells that can be cut into individual ice packs. Each cell consists of expandable, non-toxic beads that absorb 25 times their weight in water and are made from a unique 3-ply construction. This pack comes with 5 sheets. Unlike your typical ice pack, ThermaFreeze squares maintain their flexibility, even when frozen, and easily contour around a container of food or a muscle in need of some intense cold therapy. Designed for use specifically in the medical industry, ThermaFreeze does not leak or drip and lasts longer than your average ice pack. Additionally, ThermaFreeze ice sheets are reusable and are perfect for your lunch bag, your cooler at a tailgate party, or your sore muscles. Whether you are suffering from tension headaches or migraines, arthritis pain, a backache, or simply a sprained or pulled muscle, ThermaFreeze can help. Designed to mold to the body part needing cold therapy, ThermaFreeze is unlike any other freezer pack you have ever used. Additionally, ThermaFreeze can be added to your emergency supply gear or first aid supply kit. Bent Grass Concepts began in 2005 trying to improve products for the golf industry. As time continued, many customers complained of back, neck, and shoulder pain. That's when we introduced our Instant Reusable Heat Packs and developed other hot and cold therapy products to help relieve pain. Order your versatile ThermaFreeze ice packs today!
I have used these inserts daily for about two months now and appreciate them so much! They are great at keeping me cool and minimizing my Multiple Sclerosis symptoms, which are totally aggravated by heat. I own an ice vest as well and if I am going out for the day will bring that, but these are my favorites. They are light weight and easier to hide in all the right places!
The inserts take up minimal freezer space and are pliable. The plastic is a bit flimsy feeling but so far have been very durable. The cooling effect lasts for about an hour.
These are great. I sew and so I wanted to make my own bandana sleeves with fabrics that I love. I had looked for these type of inserts for a long time and was so glad to find them. You simply soak with water until the expand and then put in the freezer. They are great for summer gardners, ball players, or any outdoor activity. They really do keep you cooler when you're out in the heat.
I bought these last summer during a heat wave and they're great. I stuck them in the freezer and used them inside hats, pockets, swimsuits, etc. They even made gardening bearable.
Here is my review for the ice bandana and these just keep the cool coming.
My mother-in-law sent me one of these bandanas and they work great. When I need to cool off quick I wear it around my neck, or for a stress headache I wear it as a headband with the cold packs at the back, just where my neck meets my skull.
This is not something I would have purchased on my own, but I am so glad my mother-in-law got one for me. We have several now because I have to share, and I never want to be without one!
These are made differently - you wet them with warm water and they expand and then freeze them. They last soooooo much longer than a regular ice pack and with the ones that come with the Ice Bandana, which I also love. Two of us suffer from migraines here and no, they do not by themselves make the migraine magically disappear but they do help! I love knowing there are 5 of these in the freezer waiting on us in case we need them. And also see my review on Ice Bandana.....
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