Instructions & Videos

 

Instructions For You

Directions for Hot Therapy Use:

  1. If Therapy Gel pack has been in freezer, remove and let it thaw to room temperature before proceeding
  2. Lay Therapy Gel pack flat in microwave.
  3. Heat at full power for recommended time as stated on gel pack.
  4. Remove from microwave and check for desired temperature. Temperature will continue to rise slightly. If additional heat is desired, return to microwave and heat in 30-sec increments.
  5. Place Therapy Gel pack inside Caldera Therapy Wrap or towel and apply to injured area.

DO NOT OVERHEAT Therapy Gel pack for more than recommended time. Excessive heating may cause Therapy Gel pack to rupture, leak, and cause bodily harm.

Stove Top:

Bring two quarts of water to a rolling boil then remove from heat. Place Therapy Gel pack in water for 7-10 minutes. Remove form water and check for desired temperature. If additional heat is desired, return to water and heat. Place Therapy Gel pack inside the Therapy Wrap or towel; then apply to injured area.

Directions for Cold Therapy Use:

  1. Place Therapy Gel pack in your freezer for at least 4 hours (recommend overnight).
  2. Remove Therapy Gel pack from your freezer and place inside a Caldera Therapy Wrap or towel; then apply to the injured area.

Warnings:

  • Watch the Therapy Gel pack while heating. If the Gel Pack starts to expand, turn off microwave.
  • DO NOT apply the Therapy Gel Pack directly to the skin.
  • The Therapy Gel pack must be inside a Caldera Therapy Wrap or towel before applying to the injured area.
  • Use only as directed.
  • Individuals with circulatory problems should consult a physician before using.
  • This product is non-toxic; however, it is not intended to be eaten.
  • If Therapy Gel pack becomes uncomfortable (too hot or too cold) remove for a few minutes and reapply.
  • If gel contacts eyes or skin, redness or irritation persists, consult a physician.

Instructions For Pet

Pet Therapy Directions for Cold Therapy Use:

Place Pet Therapy Gel pack in freezer for at least 4 hours. Remove Pet Therapy Gel pack from freezer and place inside Pet Therapy Wrap or towel; apply to injured area. This product is non-toxic but not meant for animal or human consumption. Contact your veterinarian if your pet consumes the pet therapy gel or outer plastic cover.

Pet Therapy Warnings:

  • Use only as directed by your veterinary professional
  • For external use only
  • Do not apply Pet Therapy Gel pack without use of a wrap or protective cover
  • Never leave your pet unsupervised while applying hot or cold therapy
  • Discard if puncture or torn
  • If Pet Therapy Gel comes into contact with eyes, skin, or mouth rinse with water and repeat if needed
  • If pet appears to be uncomfortable, remove the Pet Therapy Wrap and make sure that the temperature is not too hot or cold
  • Remove Pet Therapy Gel pack before washing

Pet Therapy Directions for Hot Therapy Use:

Heat only when Pet Therapy Gel pack is at room temperature. Safe For Use In Hydrocollators. Microwave: Heat at full power at time intervals listed below. If Pet Therapy Gel Pack starts to expand, STOP Heating. Remove from microwave and knead to distribute heat evenly. If additional heat is desired, heat at full power at time intervals listed below. Place Pet Therapy Gel pack inside Pet Therapy Wrap or towel; then apply to injured area.

ITEM INITIAL HEAT TIME ADDITIONAL INTERVALS
Small Shoulder & Hip Gel Pack 20 Seconds 5 Seconds
Small Universal Pet Therapy Gel Pack 20 Seconds 5 Seconds
Medium Shoulder & Hip Gel Pet Therapy Gel Pack 1 Minute 30 Seconds
Medium Universal Pet Therapy Gel Pack 20 Seconds 5 Seconds
Medium Short Stifle Pet Therapy Gel Pack 20 Seconds 5 Seconds
Medium Tall Stifle Pet Therapy Gel Pack 1 Minute 30 Seconds
Large Shoulder Pet Therapy Gel Pack 1 Minute 30 Seconds
Large Carpal/Tarsal & Elbow Shoulder Pet Therapy Gel Pack 1 Minute 30 Seconds
Large Stifle Pet Therapy Gel 1 Minute 30 Seconds
Large Hip Pet Therapy Gel Pack 1 Minute 30 Seconds

Pet Therapy Wrap Sizing:

LARGE: Fits most standard large dogs such as:

Akita, Anatolian Shepherd, Bernese Mountain Dog, Bouvier de Flandres, Doberman, Greyhound, Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, German Shepard, Rhodesian Ridgeback & Rottweiler

MEDIUM: Fits most standard medium dogs such as:

Australian Cattle Dog, Australian Shepard, Basset Hound, Beagle, Border Collie, Boxer, Bulldogs, Cocker Spaniel, Corgi, German Shepherds (small), German Shorthair Pointer, Golden Retriever (small), Hound & Standard Poodle

SMALL: Fits most standard small dogs such as:

Chihuahua, Dachshund, Jack Russell Terrier, King Charles Cavalier, Maltese, Miniature Poodle, Miniature Schnauzer, Papillon, Pug, Rat Terrier & Yorkshire Terrier

The application of Hot&Cold Pet Therapy Wraps are the same for each size. The instruction videos feature Large wraps for easy viewing of demonstration.

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HIP PET THERAPY WRAP

 SHOULDER PET THERAPY WRAP

KNEE/STIFLE PET THERAPY WRAP

 

CARPAL PET THERAPY WRAP

 ELBOW PET THERAPY WRAP

TARSAL PET THERAPY WRAP

 

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