I friend loaned me this system and I used it 2-3 hours/day for the first 3 weeks after hip replacement surgery. I liked it so much that I bought one for myself and returned hers to loan to another friend who was in need. I highly recommend it because it stays cold for a long time, you can secure in place with the strap and take a nap without worrying it will fall off like a traditional ice pack.
A few things to note: The velcro on the strap can tear the backing off the pad, so adhere the strap velcro onto intself (the strap), not the pad. Also, I found scarves work well to secure the pad in place.
Instead of ice, I used frozen water bottles. I think this doesn't make the water quite as cold, but it was cold enough to do the job of reducing swelling, and reduced cost of making or buying ice.
This is the best machine to use when icing. It arrived quickly, it's easy to set up and when it's running, it is a very quiet machine. I had borrowed one for a knee injury and knew I needed to get my own. Even though it is pricey, it is well worth the money.
Having just had a total knee replacement I needed help to reduce the swelling in an effort to power through my physical therapy. I had an excellent experience with the DonJoy OE brace leading up to my surgery and decided to what might be offered. I reviewed a number of online sources of information and decided to purchase the Iceman Clear 3 and knee wrap. I am very pleased with the quality, function and swelling control results. For me thios is a good long-term investment as i will have the 2nd knee replacement in the near future. I would purchase again!
This product works well and provides relief to the Patient. Easy to use and operate. We recommend it highly and have sent info about it to friends.
So easy to use. Had bought another brand from Amazon. Both stopped working within a few weeks. I remembered Don joy from a previous shoulder surgery over 20 years ago. My physician ordered it. I ordered but worried I wouldn't get in two days. Lo and behold I did get it. Was thrilled, and desperately needed it for pain control from a broken shoulder. Very easy to use. My only suggestion would be to add in a timer to set duration and pause. Would prefer 90 minutes on, and 10 minutes off. This unit is easy enough to stop and start. You just pull out connecting cord, and unit stops, then plug back in to get it going again. Easy to fill unit, and stays very cold for a good amount of time. Attractive unit overall. Like the clear sides so I can view how much ice is left without having to open it. Does get much colder than 2 previous units. Great pricing. Was less than 2 previous units that stopped working.