Need to reduce swelling after surgery but don't like the harshness of ice?

Many people avoid using cold therapy after surgery to reduce swelling and ease pain because thoughts of harsh ice on the skin, while already feeling uncomfortable, discourage them. Ice placed directly on the skin can cause skin damage. A towel or other cloth that protects the skin and short periods of exposure can prevent skin damage and minimize discomfort.

Maine Warmers gentle ice packs (microwave heating pads that are placed in the freezer for a few hours)

Use hand warmer inserts only for gentle-on-the-skin ice packs.

provide cool comfort inside soft flannel covers. They stay cool for about 10 - 15 minutes – the recommended time for applying ice. The filling is whole corn which does not get as cold as ice or a bag of frozen peas.

The best size and weight "warmers" are the inside packets that come with Hand Warmers. They are about 7" x 5" and are soft and supple, easily conform to your body and have a washable cover. From the freezer to the microwave – they are versatile and easy to use. With a pair, you can keep both in the freezer and alternate using them. And when you need warmth, just microwave them and put them inside the mittens to warm chilly fingers or toes.

Women who have just given birth may find these ice packs to be just the thing to help ease pain and reduce swelling. Men who have had vasectomy reversals are told to ice the area. Teens who have wisdom teeth removed surgically look for ice packs that are soft on the skin and easy on the face.

Maine Warmers Microwave Hand Warmers