Arctic Flex Shoulder Ice Pack Brace - Cold Reusable Cool Gel Wrap, Hot Therapy - Immobilizer Compression Stability Support for Tendonitis, Dislocated Joint, Left and Right Rotator Cuff Arm Pain Relief

This has helped my husband immensely! Thank you for a great product.

Most ice pack braces need a lot of fiddling and even then they don't fit quite right. This is an exception to that rule. This brace is very easy to use, but if you have questions, the instructions are clear and you can reach out to the manufacturer with a QR code and get the answers you need. There are multiple ways to adjust the straps on this brace, which ensures that the ice stays where you need it. The straps are easy to use and not at all fussy. They attach by velcro, but are not so long that they dangle. The velcro seems sturdy, although I just received the brace. If I have problems with the velcro in the future, I will update this review. Unlike a lot of ice pack braces, this does not take up a lot of room in your freezer. The flexible ice pack is removable and if you order an extra one, you can switch them out and keep your shoulder cold. (The directions say to keep the ice on your shoulder for no more than 20 minutes and then off for at least an hour. My understanding from a physical therapist is that this is to prevent inflammation.) The ice pack can also be used as a heat pack. The instructions for using it a a heat pack are clear, but the warning that the pack could easily leak if overheated has kept me from trying it as a heat pack. Also, I don't have the patience to check the heat pack every 5 seconds while it is in the microwave. I've been icing my shoulder with various other ice packs and none of them have been as comfortable or as effective as this ice pack brace.

I ordered this brace to help treat a rotator cuff injury, and overall, it's been a decent solution. Pros: Easy to Fit: It’s simple to adjust the brace to fit your size, and it wears comfortably for extended periods. Ice Treatment Works Well: The cold option seems to work much better, providing effective relief. Cons: Heat Treatment is Brief: When I heat the gel bag in the microwave, it only stays warm for about 5 minutes before returning to room temperature. This limits the effectiveness of the heat therapy. Overall Recommendation: The brace is comfortable and works well for cold treatment, but if you’re looking for prolonged heat therapy, you might need to look elsewhere. Still, I’d recommend it for those focused on icing their injuries.

When cold it is a bit tricky to get it to bend around my shoulder, but in a minute or two it works it way into place. I can't get it quite as snug as the pictures appear so I'd say it is convenient for when you are sitting but want your hands free. Not so great for me when washing dishes or something active like that. But I stuck with 5 stars because at least I can get great shoulder coverage without trying to hold two packs in place with my other hand or pillows.

Great for icing my rotator cuff!

I bought this after a rotator cuff injury, hoping it would act as a brace. It does not act as an immobilizer at all because it doesn’t restrict arm movement, but it does keep the heat/ice pack in place. The ice/heat pack is removable to store in the freezer or heat up in the microwave - just never heat it directly after removing it from the freezer or they say it will be damaged and no longer leak proof. If using it for heat keep it stored at room temperature and use 30 second increments in the microwave till it’s as hot as you need. I already have a similarly sized cold gel pack that will fit in the “pocket” of this, so I am able to have both heat & cold available at all times though I find heat works better for me than cold as pain relief for muscles & tendons etc other than immediately after an injury. There is an extension strip with hook & loop style fastening included so it will fit a wide variety of differently sized/shaped people but being female, just like with car seat belts that are designed for men, it is a bit awkward to secure it well AND comfortably. The listing says it can be used under clothing (though unless you wear a very loose and dark colored shirt/top it will be obvious) or on top of it. The ice/heat pack itself is a bit more of a “T” shape than just the usual rectangle (see the picture) so it will work better and drape a bit when applied to the shoulder area. It is almost 10 inches tall, with the top being 9 inches wide and the bottom 7 inches wide. The ice/heat pack fits inside the strapping pocket between an inner layer of soft nylon/polyester (mine was not mesh it was solid fabric) that helps protect your skin from possible burns or frost damage, and the outer neoprene layer. The shoulder “pocket” that holds the ice/heat gel pack is curved to fit a shoulder. It is roughly 11 inches top to bottom, and will fit any arm width between 11 inches, and using the extension strap fits up to 25-26 inches. The length over the injured shoulder to under the other arm wrapping can be small enough to fit a child - it’s 14.5 inches between the two plastic buckle mechanisms to hold the chest strap, and all the way up to 57 inches if you use the arm extension strip. The description says there are two extension straps, but other than the removable but required chest strap itself there was only one actual extension strap in the box I received. There is also a “Y” shaped adapter strap attached so you can shorten the “height” of the treated area, though that bunches up the ice/heat pack which doesn’t seem as effective nor as comfortable. It took me some practice and getting used to, in order to fix it in place without help from someone else, but it's worth it to be able to continue with most aspects of daily living while having a heat therapy. (In fact I’m wearing it while typing this review.) It isn't as effective or as long lasting as those at my physical therapists office, but it's also no where near as expensive as theirs to purchase and can be used at a moments notice 24/7 instead of having to wait for the next appointment.

This is the second shoulder ice pack that I have ordered. The first one I sent back because it was too heavy and bulky. I am 5’3” 145# woman. This one is not bulky but completely does the job. Good coverage of the shoulder but is not heavy. The ice pack that is included has a great shape and coverage that fits comfortably around the shoulder and is super cold. I take the ice pack out of the freezer for about five minutes before putting it in the shoulder cover so that it’s a bit more flexible which then it is definitely flexible. I have to put a washcloth under it or it’s too cold for me Once you get it adjusted for your size it’s easy to take off and put back on because of the Clip, etc. None of these are going to be perfect but I think this is as close as you’re going to get. I highly recommend this product for the awkward place that it is trying to help you with.

Das Anpassen dieser Orthese funktionierte bei meinem Körperbau überhaupt nicht, ich bin zu schlank. Es stehen Teile vor, Bewegungsumfang unangenehm eingeschränkt, für mich unbrauchbar trotz verstellbarer Klettverschlüsse,

So easy to use ! Came the next day and perfect for hot:cold injury therapy 👍

Not something I would wear at the gym or out and about as it’s a bit balky but more at home when I’m sore before bed for some pain relief sure

Glad to pay a bit more than the other products available as it's a really comfortable fit. Well designed and perfect adjustment areas to fit snug over the shoulder

I wanted a brace and this was the only one that would fit me as I’m 54 inches chest 3xl. This brace has an extenuation strap.I did not need the ice pack but having it included is a added bonus. The ice pack is very high quality and stays cold longer than i think it should. The brace works very well and is made well i have been warning the brace for 3 days and it is really starting to make a difference especially with the pain. I recommend this product because I’m a very large man and it works and has not broken and is easy to fit and ware. I have only had to play with the adjusting straps 3 Times to find that sweet spot.