Pain and swelling are two of the most unpleasant side effects of orthopedic trauma and surgery. Cold therapy is widely recognized as one of the most effective treatment methods to combat these issues.

Cold therapy also helps reduce the need for pain medications. It speeds the recovery process and gets you back to the pain-free life you deserve. How does it work? It decreases fluid buildup (swelling) and slows the release of chemicals that cause pain and inflammation. It decreases pain by reducing the ability of the nerve endings to conduct impulses and provides pain relief by limiting the muscle's ability to maintain contraction which reduces muscle spasms.

Cold therapy may not be for everyone and can result in skin injury if misused. Your doctor will evaluate your medical history and any potential risks associated with cold therapy and determine if a cold therapy system is right for you.

Once the surgical dressing is removed, can the Omni Ice™ Cold Pad be placed against the skin?

No, the Omni Ice™ Freeze Gel Inserts need a protective barrier. For all patients, a hand towel, t-shirt or pillowcase can be added between the wrap and the skin.  Add our universal elastic straps allow for variable compression.

How do Omni Ice Freeze Gel Pads provide continuous cold therapy?

While you are wearing a compression wrap with your first set of gel pads, the second set should be re-freezing in a freezer.

Omni Ice™ 3+ hour Gel Bags take (4) four hours to re-freeze. Once the gel is no longer cool to the touch, or about the (3) three hour mark, you may replace them with the extra set of frozen Gel Bags. This provides a continuous cold therapy application.

Is there any risk of skin breakdown or frostbite from using this product?

This is important - Always apply with a protective barrier. Use a towel, t-shirt or our Omni Ice™ Wrap. Extended direct contact with the skin will cause frostbite. These gel pads are meant to be used with the Omni Ice™ compression wrap system. Avoid direct skin contact. 

The gel bags are designed to give a quick blast of cold to transfer initial heat out of the joint. After about an hour, the gel is melted and the mini gel bags remain frozen to maintain the already cold joint’s temperature without continuously cooling it.

Does Health Insurance cover the cost of the Omni Ice Cold Therapy Compression Wrap?

Most insurance companies do not cover cold therapy, even if you have scheduled surgery. However, your insurance company may reimburse you. Medicare cannot be billed for cold therapy. Cold therapy is an important step in your post-operative recovery. Most users are happy with their decision to use cold therapy despite the cost and they often recommend it to others.

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