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Description

Hygenic/Performance Health Ortho Gel Padding. Can be used wherever maximum protection and comfort are needed. Use it for horseshoes for sprains, absorbent pads inside chin straps, donuts for hip pointers and A/C contusions and compression strips for shin splints. Can be chilled to provide effective cryotherapy and cushioning.
SKU MPN OPTION DESCRIPTION EST. TO SHIP
HGC-061935 061935 OrthoGel, 1/8" x 12" x 12", 2/pk OrthoGel, 1/8" x 12" x 12", 2/pk (US Only) 1-2 Weeks
HGC-061930 061930 OrthoGel, 1/4" x 12" x 12", 2/pk OrthoGel, ¼" x 12" x 12", 2/pk (US Only) 1-2 Weeks
HGC-061940 061940 OrthoGel, 3/8" x 12" x 12", 2/pk OrthoGel, 3/8" x 12" x 12", 2/pk (US Only) 4-5 Weeks
HGC-061925 061925 OrthoGel Kit Includes: (1) ea 12" x 12" - 1/8" 1/4", & 3/8" Thicknesses OrthoGel Kit Includes: (1) ea 12" x 12" - 1/8" ¼", & 3/8" Thicknesses (US Only) 1-2 Weeks

Frequently asked questions

Is the Ortho Gel Padding suitable for cold therapy?

Yes, this specialized Ortho Gel Padding is designed to be chilled, making it highly effective for cryotherapy applications. This feature offers a critical dual benefit:

  • Targeted Cold Relief: The gel delivers sustained, localized cold therapy to reduce swelling and pain.
  • Superior Cushioning: The material maintains its protective and cushioning properties even when chilled, ensuring maximum comfort and orthopedic support during the cold application.

This versatility makes it ideal for managing injuries such as sprains, hip pointers, and shin splints.

Can the gel padding be chilled for cryotherapy?

Yes, this Ortho Gel Padding is specifically designed for dual functionality, offering both maximum protective support and effective localized cryotherapy.

  • Cryotherapy: The specialized Ortho Gel material can be easily chilled to provide targeted cold therapy. This is crucial for reducing inflammation and pain immediately post-injury.
  • Protection & Comfort: The padding delivers superior cushioning and comfort, suitable for various orthopedic and athletic uses, including:
    • Supportive padding in chin straps.
    • ‘Donuts’ for managing hip pointers and A/C contusions.
    • Compression strips for shin splints.

The sheets measure 12” x 12” and are available in three different thicknesses (1/8”, 1/4”, and 3/8”) to ensure you get the precise level of cushioning and protection required. A comprehensive variety kit is also available.

What are the key uses for this gel padding?

The Hygenic/Performance Health Ortho Gel Padding is a versatile material engineered for maximum protection and comfort in orthopedic and athletic applications. It offers unique therapeutic benefits and support:

  • Cryotherapy Capability: The gel padding can be chilled to provide effective localized cold therapy while simultaneously offering cushioning.
  • Customized Injury Support: It is highly adaptable and can be cut and shaped for specific anatomical or injury needs, including:
    • Creating “horseshoes” for sprains.
    • Forming absorbent pads inside chin straps.
    • Making “donuts” for cushioning hip pointers and A/C contusions.
    • Acting as compression strips for shin splints.

This Ortho Gel Padding is supplied in 12” x 12” sheets and is available in three thicknesses to match specific protective requirements: 1/8”, 1/4”, and 3/8”.

What sizes and packs are available?

The Ortho Gel Padding is available in 12” x 12” sheets across three versatile thicknesses, offering flexibility for various orthopedic and athletic applications. It is designed to provide specialized support and comfort.

You have two main purchasing options:

  • Single Thickness Packs: These are sold in packs of two sheets of the same thickness. Available thicknesses include:
    • 1/8 inch
    • 1/4 inch
    • 3/8 inch
  • Comprehensive Variety Kit: This kit includes one sheet of each of the three available thicknesses (1/8”, 1/4”, and 3/8”), providing maximum utility for diverse needs.
What are the versatile therapeutic uses?

The Ortho Gel Padding is engineered for maximum protection and comfort across a wide range of orthopedic and athletic support needs. This highly versatile material can be cut and shaped for customized application.

Key therapeutic and supportive uses include:

  • Effective Cryotherapy: The specialized gel padding can be chilled to provide localized cold therapy, offering both cooling relief and necessary cushioning simultaneously.
  • Targeted Cushioning: Ideal for creating customized padding shapes, such as ‘donuts’ for managing injuries like hip pointers and A/C contusions.
  • Compression Support: Used to create compression strips for conditions such as shin splints.
  • General Protective Padding: Excellent for use as absorbent pads within chin straps, protective material for sprains (including applications for horseshoes for sprains), and improving shock absorption in existing gear.
Does this gel padding offer both cryotherapy and protection?

Yes, the Hygenic/Performance Health Ortho Gel Padding is engineered for versatile therapeutic use, providing both superior protection and the capability for cryotherapy.

Key benefits include:

  • Dual Functionality: The gel material can be effectively chilled for cryotherapy applications, delivering cold relief while simultaneously offering high-impact cushioning and support.
  • Maximum Protection: It provides substantial cushioning needed for treating various ailments. Specific uses include creating compression strips (e.g., shin splints) and protective ‘donuts’ (e.g., hip pointers).
  • Customizable Thickness: The padding is supplied in 12” x 12” sheets and is available in three thicknesses to match your specific protection needs: 1/8”, 1/4”, and 3/8”. It can be purchased in 2-packs of a single thickness or as a comprehensive kit.
Does the padding have versatile applications?

Yes, this Ortho Gel Padding is engineered for maximum versatility across various medical and athletic needs. Its adaptable nature allows for customization, protective cushioning, and compression.

Key applications include:

  • Orthopedic Support: Creating protective ‘donuts’ for injuries like hip pointers and A/C contusions.
  • Compression: Functioning as compression strips for shin splints.
  • Protective Padding: Serving as absorbent pads in chin straps.
  • Specialized Use: Customizing support, such as ‘horseshoes’ for sprains.

A unique selling point is its Cryotherapy Capability: the gel can be chilled to deliver effective cold therapy while maintaining its superior cushioning properties. The material is sold in 12” x 12” sheets and is available in three thickness options: 1/8”, 1/4”, and 3/8”.

Is this Ortho Gel Padding suitable for sports injuries?

Yes, the Hygenic/Performance Health Ortho Gel Padding is specifically designed to offer maximum protection and comfort for both athletic and orthopedic needs. It is highly versatile and effective for supporting various sports injuries and providing customizable relief:

  • Injury-Specific Applications: The padding can be cut and shaped for specialized uses, such as ‘donuts’ for sensitive areas like hip pointers and A/C contusions, or compression strips for injuries like shin splints. It is also recommended for supportive padding (like ‘horseshoes’) for sprains and as absorbent padding within chin straps.
  • Dual-Function Therapy: A unique benefit is that the gel material can be chilled to combine immediate cushioning with effective cold therapy (cryotherapy), aiding in injury recovery and pain relief.
  • Customizable Support: The padding is available in 12” x 12” sheets and three distinct thicknesses: 1/8”, 1/4”, and 3/8”. This allows you to select the precise density and depth required for your specific protection or support needs.
Is the Ortho Gel Padding highly versatile?

Yes, the Ortho Gel Padding is exceptionally versatile, offering maximum protection and comfort across various medical and athletic applications. A key benefit is that it can be chilled to provide effective cold therapy along with cushioning support, while maintaining its protective properties. Specific applications include: * Orthopedic Support: Used to create “donuts” for cushioning sensitive areas like hip pointers and A/C contusions. * Athletic Applications: Functions as compression strips for shin splints or absorbent pads within chin straps. * Equine/Veterinary Use: Provides supportive padding inside horseshoes for sprains. The padding is available in three thicknesses (1/8”, 1/4”, and 3/8”) to suit different needs.

What padding thicknesses are offered?

The Ortho Gel Padding is available in three distinct thicknesses, allowing you to choose the exact level of cushioning and protection required. All sheets are a standard 12 inches by 12 inches.

Available thicknesses are:

  • 1/8 inch
  • 1/4 inch
  • 3/8 inch

You can purchase the padding in two configurations:

  • Individual Thickness Packs: Sold as 2 sheets of a single, specified thickness.
  • Comprehensive Kit: Includes one sheet of each of the three available thicknesses (1/8”, 1/4”, and 3/8”).