Select a Configuration

Special Order Item

Est. Delivery: 
<p>Earn%20[points_amount]%20when%20completing%20this%20purchase.</p>

Description

Cardinal Health Uni-Patch Reusable Hot/Cold Gel Packs. Use hot therapy when motion is limited by stiffness. Heat increases blood flow to the affected area and improves range of motion. Use cold therapy when motion is limited by pain. Cold reduces flow to the affected area and controls inflammation. Durable construction for long life. Store in freezer for immediate cold therapy. May be heated in hot water or microwaved in water for hot therapy. Thick and flexible premium gel remains conformable at all temperatures. Formulated with non-toxic and non-caustic ingredients for safe use by everyone. Medium and large sizes maintain therapeutic temperatures for up to 30 minutes; small size up to 20 minutes.
SKU MPN OPTION DESCRIPTION EST. TO SHIP
CDL-MH76948 MH76948 Pack, Small, 4" x 6½", 48/cs Hot/Cold Gel Pack, Small, 4" x 6½", 48/cs (Continental US Only) 1-2 Weeks
CDL-MH73912 MH73912 Pack, Medium, 5" x 10½", 12/cs Hot/Cold Gel Pack, Medium, 5" x 10½", 12/cs (Continental US Only) 1-2 Weeks
CDL-MH73200 MH73200 Pack, Large, 8" x 11½", 6/cs Hot/Cold Gel Pack, Large, 8" x 11½", 6/cs (Continental US Only) 1-2 Weeks

Frequently asked questions

Do these high-quality gel packs offer effective hot and cold therapy?

Yes, these Cardinal Health Uni-Patch gel packs are designed for highly effective dual therapeutic use to manage pain, stiffness, and inflammation. They feature a durable construction and utilize a premium, thick, and flexible gel that remains conformable to the body, regardless of the temperature. The gel formulation is also non-toxic and non-caustic, ensuring safe application.This dual functionality makes them suitable for various therapeutic needs:

Therapeutic Applications

  • Hot Therapy: Ideal when motion is limited by stiffness. It works by increasing blood flow and improving range of motion. (Heat by placing in hot water or microwaving while submerged in water.)
  • Cold Therapy: Essential when motion is limited by pain. It reduces blood flow to control and decrease inflammation. (Prepare by storing in a freezer.)

Temperature Retention

Thermal retention varies based on the size of the pack:

  • Small Packs: Retain therapeutic temperature for up to 20 minutes.
  • Medium and Large Packs: Retain therapeutic temperature for up to 30 minutes.
Are these packs durable for long-term reuse?

Yes, the Cardinal Health Uni-Patch Gel Packs are built for a long service life and are specifically designed for frequent, consistent reuse in both hot and cold therapeutic applications. They offer a highly durable solution for ongoing pain management.

Key features that ensure long-term performance include:

  • Durable Construction: Engineered to withstand repeated heating and chilling cycles.
  • Premium Gel Composition: The thick, flexible, premium gel maintains its conformability and therapeutic properties across all temperatures, ensuring reliable application over time.
  • Safety Assured: Formulated with non-toxic and non-caustic ingredients for safe and consistent therapeutic benefit.
Are these gel packs made with non-toxic ingredients?

Yes, safety is a key feature of the Cardinal Health Uni-Patch gel packs. The thick, flexible, premium gel used in these packs is specially formulated with non-toxic and non-caustic ingredients to ensure safe therapeutic application for all users during hot or cold therapy.

How should the packs be safely heated?

The Cardinal Health Uni-Patch gel packs are designed for safe and effective hot therapy and can be prepared using two methods:

  • Hot Water: Simply submerge the gel pack into hot water until the desired temperature is reached.
  • Microwave: For safety, the pack must be microwaved while fully submerged in water.

These packs utilize a thick, flexible premium gel that is formulated to be non-toxic and non-caustic, ensuring safe use while remaining conformable to the body’s contours during treatment.

The duration of therapeutic heat retention varies by size:

Pack Size Therapeutic Duration
Small Up to 20 minutes
Medium & Large Up to 30 minutes
How are these gel packs prepared for cold therapy?

The preparation for cold therapy is simple and direct: you should store the Uni-Patch gel packs in your freezer for immediate use.

Cold therapy is ideal when motion is limited by pain, as it helps reduce blood flow and control inflammation.

Key features that enhance your cold therapy experience:

  • Premium Conformance: The premium, thick, and flexible gel remains highly conformable even when frozen, ensuring optimal contact with the treatment area.
  • Safety: The gel is formulated using non-toxic and non-caustic ingredients.
  • Temperature Retention: The duration of therapeutic cold depends on the size configuration:
    • Small packs: Maintain therapeutic temperature for up to 20 minutes.
    • Medium and Large packs: Maintain therapeutic temperature for up to 30 minutes.
What is the maximum therapeutic duration?

The packs feature a thick, flexible, premium gel designed for extended temperature retention and conformability during treatment. The duration varies depending on the size of the gel pack:

Pack Size Max Duration
Small (4” x 6½”) Up to 20 minutes
Medium (5” x 10½”) Up to 30 minutes
Large (8” x 11½”) Up to 30 minutes
How does the dual therapy work?

The Cardinal Health Uni-Patch gel packs use a flexible, non-toxic, premium gel for targeted relief, offering two distinct therapeutic approaches:

Hot Therapy (For Stiffness)

If your motion is limited by stiffness, applying heat helps:

  • Increase blood flow to the area.
  • Relieve stiffness and tension.
  • Improve your overall range of motion.

Cold Therapy (For Pain and Inflammation)

If your motion is limited by pain, cold application helps:

  • Reduce blood flow to the affected area.
  • Control inflammation and swelling.
  • Limit pain.

Therapeutic Duration

These packs are engineered for therapeutic effectiveness based on size:

  • Small (4” x 6½”): Maintains therapeutic temperatures for up to 20 minutes.
  • Medium (5” x 10½”) and Large (8” x 11½”): Maintains therapeutic temperatures for up to 30 minutes.
Is the premium gel thick and conformable?

Yes, these Uni-Patch packs feature a thick, flexible premium gel engineered for maximum comfort and effective therapy. This composition ensures:

  • Superior Conformability: The gel remains highly flexible and conforms closely to the body’s contours, regardless of whether the pack is hot or cold.
  • Safety: The formulation uses non-toxic and non-caustic ingredients.
  • Durability: The packs are constructed to be durable, supporting frequent and reliable reuse for consistent hot and cold therapy over a long service life.
What sizes are these quality gel packs?

The Cardinal Health Uni-Patch Reusable Hot/Cold Gel Packs are available in three distinct configurations. All sizes utilize a thick, flexible premium gel that remains conformable for effective therapy across various body contours. The sizes also feature different maximum thermal retention times:

Size Dimensions Max Therapeutic Duration
Small 4” x 6½” Up to 20 minutes
Medium 5” x 10½” Up to 30 minutes
Large 8” x 11½” Up to 30 minutes
What are the dimensions of the small gel pack?

The small gel pack measures 4” x 6½”.