אחרי שנים רבות של פעילות ספורטיבית, ברך שמאל שילמה את המחיר; פגועה, שחוקה, חסרת סחוס, וכואבת, גם ניתוח לא הביא את המזור. ובכל זאת מה לספורטאי מילדות נותר לעשות, לשבת בבית ולא לעשות ספורט? או להמשיך לעשות ולסבול מכאבים אחרי כל פעילות גופנית. ובכן הפתרון נימצא בשני מהלכים; הראשון היה לשים קרח על הברך אחרי כל פעילות גופנית, מה שהפחית את הכאבים, ומנע את התנפחות הברך, והשני היה להעביר את מרכז הפעילות הגופנית לבריכת השחיה בשביל להפחית את העומסים מהברך.
חיפוש אינטנסיבי לטיפול יום יומי בעזרת קרח הביא למציאת פתרון קיים, "העוטפנים המודולרים של מוצרי ColdOne".
"עוטפני הקרח" של ColdOne מתאימים באופן מושלם לברך או כל אחד מחלקי הגוף האחרים, הינם קלים, קלים לשימוש, מעבירים קומפרסיית קרח מושלמת למשך 20 דקות, ואצלי, מאפשרים לברך לחזור לתיפקוד רגיל אחרי פעילות גופנית.
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Cold Compression Therapy combines two of the principles of R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) to reduce pain and swelling from a sports or activity injury to soft tissues and recommended by orthopedic surgeons following surgery. The therapy is especially useful for sprains, strains, pulled muscles and pulled ligaments.
Cold Compression is a combination of cryotherapy and static compression, commonly used for the treatment of pain and inflammation after acute injury or surgical procedures.
Cryotherapy, the use of ice or cold in a therapeutic setting, has become one of the most common treatments in orthopedic medicine. The primary reason for using cryotherapy in acute injury management is to lower the temperature of the injured tissue, which reduces the tissue's metabolic rate and helps the tissue to survive the period following the injury. It is well documented that metabolic rate decreases by application of cryotherapy.
Static Compression is often used in conjunction with cryotherapy for the care of acute injuries. To date, the primary reason for using compression is to increase external pressure on the tissue to prevent edema formation (swelling). This occurs by hindering fluid loss from the vessels in the injured area, making it more difficult for fluids to accumulate. Ice with compression is significantly colder than ice alone due to improved skin contact and increased tissue density caused by extended static compression. Tissue reaches its lowest temperature faster and the tissue maintains its cool even after treatment ends.
Continuous Cold Therapy Devices (also called ice machines) which circulate ice water through a pad are currently the subject of class action lawsuits for skin and tissue damage caused by excessive cooling/icing time and lack of temperature control. Reported injuries range from frostbite to severe tissue damage resulting in amputation.
Studies have shown that the body activates the hunting response after only 10 minutes of cryotherapy, at temperatures less than 49F (9.5C). The hunting response is a cycle of vasoconstriction (decreased blood flow), then vasodilation (increased blood flow) that increases the delivery of oxygen and nutrient rich blood to the tissue. Increased blood flow can slow cell death, limit tissue damage and aid in the removal of cellular debris and waste products. Under normal circumstances the hunting response would be essential to tissue health but only serves to increase pain, inflammation and cell death as excess blood is forced into the area.
Cold compression wraps using either re-freezable ice or gel are a much safer product, as such products do not exceed the cooling/icing time recommended by the established medical community. Many of the ice wraps available use adjustable elastic straps to aid in compression over the injured areas. More advanced single-use wraps have guidelines to indicate how the bandage should be applied in order to achieve optimum compression required for an acute injury. Most ice wraps that use ice, have a built-in protective layer, so ice is not applied directly to the skin, which can result in a burn to the area sometimes known as a "cryoburn". .
· Eczema ,Rotator cuff, Torn rotator cuff, Tennis elbow, Achilles tendinitis, Repetitive strain injury, Plantar fasciitis, Sprain, Strain (injury)
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Review by cool relief
Knee Ice Wrap by ColdOne
Knee Ice Wrap by ColdOne: ColdOne has great looking products designed to effectively heal injuries. This knee ice wrap does just that, the product fits snug and conforms to the knee and surrounding area providing extremely efficient pain relief and swelling reduction.
Freeze Time: 2 hours
Therapy Time: Up to 2 hours
Type of Insert: Segmented Ice Sheet Insert
Removable Insert: No, ColdOne ice wraps are designed with strategically placed ice inserts built into their products to provide effective relief for the areas that need it most.
Extra Insert(s) Available: N/A
Microwaveable Insert: Not microwaveable.
Durability/Longevity: ColdOne products are built to last. Not only are they designed with a great look, they are made from durable material so helping relieve pain and swelling from chronic conditions is a definite benefit. This knee ice wrap will last, so you can expect numerous icing sessions with this product.
Price: $$$$
At the upper end of the price range for knee ice wraps, this product delivers. The ColdOne knee ice pack benefits pain and swelling with reduced recovery time and form fitting comfort.
Overall Opinion:
If you have chronic knee pain and want a product built to last, order a knee ice wrap by ColdOne. Their knee ice wrap is lightweight with the same if not better efficiency than most others and it offers a great look so wearing it out and about is easy.
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Coldone Cold Therapy Wrap
About.com Rating 5 Star Rating
By Wendy Bumgardner, About.com Guide
Updated October 31, 2012
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by our Medical Review Board
Coldone Cold Therapy Wrap
The Bottom Line
Cold One wraps are an excellent no-mess solution for icing sore muscles or injuries. Designed to fit specific body areas, they provide both cold and compression. Cold One drives the cold deep without causing ice burn on your skin. I liked the first sample so much that I immediately bought a full variety to have handy.
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Guide Review - Coldone Cold Therapy Wrap
Rest, ice, compression, elevation. That's the RICE recipe for injuries. But the ice part can be messy or expensive. I've used the instant cold packs, and I've used a baggie or neckerchief packed with crushed ice. Ice melts.
Cold One is the best cold therapy wrap I've seen. The cold gel is contained in ice-cube like compartments in the wrap. Each wrap is designed to fit a specific body area. You use the velcro to give yourself as snug of fit as desired.
With a good fit, the cold gets driven deep into the affected area to provide relief. But you aren't in danger of getting a skin burn from too much cold.
The elbow/wrist wrap can also be used as a plantar fasciitis wrap on your foot. Other warps are designed for the ankle/foot - great for sprains, shoulder, back, knee, and a universal design.
If you need regular cold therapy for a chronic problem, or if you just want to keep an ice pack handy in case of sprains or strains, Cold One is a great solution.
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There's Nothing Like a COLD ONE!
Need a Christmas gift idea for the Professional, the Weekend Warrior or that Lovable Couch Potato in your Life? Get them a Cold One and step into the 21st Century for cold-compression therapy.
Cold One makes cold therapy products for shoulders, knees, ankles, backs, elbows, wrists and hamstrings. Cold One wraps are easy to use, easy to carry with you, and refreezable for repeated use. Once a wrap is frozen, your cold-compression therapy session starts in seconds. No messy ice, no bag of frozen peas. Cold One has taken the hassle out of cold therapy. Use it unfrozen as a superior support aid.
The Cold One generates its cold from its patented “Ice Blanket” which is sewn directly to a hi-grade neoprene outer shell and insulation wall. The Ice Blanket is covered with a rubberized linen liner on the inside to protect against cryo-burn and cold shock when the wrap is put against the skin; and it’s Stretchable. Put the wrap directly into a freezer and 2-3 hours later it’s ready for use. Easy application and a snug fit enhance the Cold One’s most important feature. IT DRIVES THE COLD DEEP. Give the active (and in- active) ones in your life a present that they will use for years to come. Wraps come in assorted sizes, are dishwasher safe for cleaning, and guaranteed against defect.
Recognized by Doctors, professional Trainers, and Rehabilitation Specialitists, as the finest prehab-rehab cold compression therapy product available today!