Flamingo Hot and Cold Pack (HC 1014)

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are some uses for cold packs?
  Bruises, insect bites, and repetitive strain injuries such as tendinitis, also respond well to treatment with cold packs. Cold therapy can help people with muscle spasms, whiplash, and various forms of arthritis as well.
• Does the hot pack give a red patch to the skin?
  Flamingo hot and cold packs are provided with cover so that you won’t get a red patch on the skin while compared to applying directly on the skin.
• Can the flamingo cold pack be used above injuries?
  Yes, the cold pack is used to reduce the blood flow and swelling.
• What are hot and cold packs used for?
  Heat boosts the flow of blood and nutrients to an area of the body. It often works best for morning stiffness or to warm up muscles before activity. Cold slows blood flow, reducing swelling and pain. It's often best for short-term pain, like that from a sprain or a strain.
• Why do heat packs help pain?
  Heat helps soothe sore muscles that cause back pain or neck pain. It works best for injuries that are at least a few days old. Heat opens blood vessels, which can assist the healing process and alleviate some of your pain. Additionally, some arthritis pain from stiff joints can benefit from heat as blood flow increases.