Gel Packs Direct - Multipurpose Reusable 3-in-1 Heat Pack & Cold Ice Packs for Sports Injuries with Strap for Elbow, Knee, Ankle & More. Treats Sports Injuries, Joint Stiffness, Swelling, Pain & More.

Arrived in unbranded plastic packaging. The gel pack is separate from the band so just the gel can be placed in the freezer or microwave. The whole thing has been very thoughtfully designed. The band is soft where the pouch inserts and then stretchy which enables it to fit most sizes. The pouch fits easily into the cover and then the band is pulled over and secured with a velcro fastening. I have only used it in the freezer. I had a swollen ankle and this was really effective in reducing the swelling. It kept cool and the velcro helped it stay secure. Great price point. Happy to recommend.

Brilliant, I should have tried this a long time ago instead of struggling with a bag of frozen peas! One of the great things about this gel pack is that it doesn't go completely solid after being in the freezer and can still be flexed. Pop it in the freezer for a few hours then slip the pack into the provided arm band and pouch. The pouch helps protect your skin against freezer burn (the pack gets extremely cold!). It took a bit of practice at first to place the pack around my arm and then wrap the elasticated bandage over it by myself (using the other arm), but you eventually get the hang of it. The elasticated bandage has a velcro type fastener at the end to hold it all in place. I suffer a lot from muscular soreness in my tendons due to using the computer mouse (just below the elbow). For years I've tried heat packs, pain killers (ibuprofen, naxopren, gels) and failed to see any improvement. Within 20 minutes the ice pack was making a big difference! It is recommended to use it for no longer than 20 minutes at a time as it's very cold, but it definitely worked for me and helped the muscles feel a lot better. In combination with a brace to strap around the same muscle I am now able to control the muscle soreness when driving or using the computer (I'm left handed). You can also heat the pack in a microwave and use it to relieve aching muscles, works well for my neck and shoulders. Once it had defrosted I warmed it for about a minute in a 900W microwave and then continued as instructed to heat it at 10s intervals until it was hot throughout. Probably best to be careful not to heat it too much though. The pack is obviously a lot more pliable when hot than cold, but it seems strongly constructed and well manufactured including the bandage part. Even after 20 minutes the pack retains its coldness or warmth and can be reused time and time again. Definitely recommended to try if you suffer from muscle pains from modern life. Great service too from Gelpacksdirect who posted it free very promptly and nicely packed to pop through the letterbox. Heating instructions are also printed on the gel pack should you need a reminder. The pack contains a non toxic gel so no worries if it gets damaged.

I find this works very well when used for icing. Put it in a freezer, belt holder and all, and it will reach a nice uniform coldness, which is great. For heat it is not so good. The instructions say 30 seconds in the microwave, but I find about 40 seconds is better. The problem is that such a short time produces variable results with my microwave, so sometimes 40 seconds is not enough, and another time 40 seconds is almost too much. Furthermore, when using the gelpack inside the belt pouch provided, not all parts heat up the same. For example, there is a strip of different fabric close to the end of the pouch part that holds the gelpack, and this strip heats disproportionately hotter than the rest. As a result, when you wrap the completed belted unit around your leg or body, the heat of this little strip will sting unless a folded piece of fabric or paper towel is put between it and the body, which is a kind of fiddly and frustrating thing to have to do. For heat I prefer a a cotton covered wheat bag. Mine takes about one minute 45 secs to heat up, and the heat is more consistent and evenly spread out.

The relief! Thank you! Wearing it right now, to help with a trapped nerve in my shoulder blade. Infinitely easier than trying to sit with my back pressed against a hot water bottle as I can wear this & move around for one thing. The strap & velcro appear to be very strong & well made. The gel pack retains heat fairly well & is a decent size. Thankful for the purchase within minutes of it being delivered!

Pack’s flexible even when frozen—moulds well to joints, muscles, or awkward spots. Heats up fast in hot water or microwave, and holds temp long enough for proper relief. Ideal for post-shift aches, gym recovery, or keeping in the van for knocks and sprains. Compression wrap’s a bonus—keeps the pack tight to the skin without slipping. Velcro holds firm, and the material’s soft enough to wear under clothing. Great for knees, elbows, or lower back. Gel stays evenly distributed—no clumping or cold spots. Perfect for anyone needing quick, reusable relief without faff or single-use waste. Minor gripe: small size—best for targeted areas, not full coverage. 👍 Pros ✅ Dual-use—hot or cold therapy ✅ Flexible gel—moulds to body even when frozen ✅ Compression wrap—secure and comfortable ✅ Reusable—no waste, easy to clean ✅ Compact—fits in van, gym bag, or drawer 👎 Cons ❌ Small size—limited coverage ❌ No carry pouch—store separately ❌ Needs microwave or hot water—no instant heat

This is a wonderfully effective and well implemented product that is also versatile for different parts of the body. I have so far used it for back aches, and sore Achilles tendons (ie above the back of the heal). The strap contains a velcro meshed compartment to put the ice pack in, which eliminates the "bite" of the ice pack on your skin. The ice pack is can be left in the freezer as its permanent storage area. It must be thawed for around 10 minutes so that it can flex around your limb. The ice pack stays very cold a long time but you dont want to be leaving it on all the way. Proper use of it use it in periods of apprx 20 mins. I suffer regular Achilles tendon sores on both feet (at the same time). This one pack stays cold long enough to use on both of my feet in one treatment session for a full twenty minutes each. So if you have say a swollen ankle and maybe an aching back at the same time, you can use this one pack for both in consecutive turns before returning back to the freezer for your next day's treatment. No need to buy multiple packs. I have had this for 6 weeks, used daily, for about 4 weeks in total so far. Will update if performance degrades over time. But for now, this is one ultra cool product.

Has reduced my shoulder swelling!

It is a good product but has one major failing - the width of the gell pack and it's holder is good and the wide securing strap is great for adjustable compression but I don't have particularly fat ankles - quite slim in fact - but when cold, the gell pack in its holder does not fit all the way round at ankle level so the ends do not meet, making it devilishly difficult to get on and secure. It needs to be I would sat 30/31 cm long against its actual 27 cm to either meet in the middle easily or for some, allow a small overlap which would do no harm and facilitate holding it in place whilst wrapping the strap round it tightly enough. It is good for helping to help block burning leg syndrome at night though, as this always starts at the ankle level and works its way up the calf. If only it was made that little bit longer it could be perfect!