The PTM cold/hot compress 13x13 has been designed to provide heat & cold therapy, as applicable, to areas affected from injury, pain, strain, sprain, etc. The product consists of gel inside a container bag, which can be warmed or chilled up many times without losing its attributes. As the gel molds to the contours of the body, it proves anatomic and comfortable to the user. Therapeutic Action Heat is recommended for medical conditions such as contractions or muscle spasm, and stiff joint, or to increase the elasticity of a tissue. It is also useful for the delayed healing of a torn muscle in order to achieve greater extension of the muscle fiber. The cold therapy is ideal for the healing of any injury or acute trauma such as torn muscles, sprains, contusions and tendinitis, among others. In other words, any injury followed by inflammation. Cold is the first agent to apply after an injury. In both cases it should be applied from 20 to 40 minutes. Material Description The product is made of a type of gel specially designed to hold the applied temperature, without getting frozen, -and resulting stiffness- of the pack. The gel can be heated and chilled up many times without losing its attributes. However, it is advisable not to overheat the product to avoid cracks. The bag containing the gel does not restrict the spread of hot and cold and does not produce skin disorders. Pathologies * Injuries. * Muscle tension. * Arthritis pain. * Contractures. * Strains. * Muscle spasms. * Dislocation. * Tendinitis. * Contusions. * Muscle retractions. Heat therapy 1. Spread the gel in a homogeneous way inside the container bag. 2. Place in microwave, set power level to high during 15 second intervals to reach a comfortable temperature. Or hot water between 122o and 140o F for 5 minutes. 3. Use with a cloth. 4. Apply to affected area. Cold therapy: 1. Store in freezer until reaching the desired temperature. 2. Use with a cloth 3. Apply to affected< Pathologies - * Injuries. * Muscle tension. * Arthritis pain. * Contractures. * Strains. * Muscle spasms. * Dislocation. * Tendinitis. * Contusions. * Muscle retractions. * Headaches. < Cold Therapy - The cold therapy is ideal for the healing of any injury or acute trauma such as torn muscles, sprains, contusions and tendinitis, among others. In other words, any injury followed by inflammation. Cold is the first agent to apply after an injury. < Heat Therapy - Heat is recommended for medical conditions such as contractions or muscle spasm, and stiff joint, or to increase the elasticity of a tissue. It is also useful for the delayed healing of a torn muscle in order to achieve greater extension of the muscle fiber. < Gel Description - The product is made of a type of gel specially designed to hold the applied temperature, without getting frozen, -and resulting stiffness- of the pack. The gel can be heated and chilled many times without losing its attributes. The bag containing the gel does not restrict the spread of hot and cold and does not produce skin disorders. < Doctor Designed and Developed Brand - The PTM cold/hot compress 13x13 cm has been designed to provide heat and cold therapy, as applicable, to areas affected from injury, pain, strain, sprain, etc. The product consists of gel inside a container bag, which can be warmed or chilled up many times without losing its attributes.Best Sellers Rank: See Top 100 in Health & Household. : B07QW35WB7. Manufacturer: Pantymed. Date First Available: April 18, 2019. Package Dimensions: 4.96 x 4.92 x 0.47 inches; 5.54 Ounces.