First Ice® and First Gel® - The Next Generation in Pain Management

The most effective way to manage pain, whether it's post-op or chronic, is with Hot and Cold Therapy.

We offer both Hot and Cold Therapy packs that stick directly to the wrap, with our patented Direct Stick™ technology. Read below on the benefits of both types of therapy and why First Ice and First Gel is the most effective pain management solution.

First Ice® is not a gel, but a proprietary, phase change material that can be applied easily and anywhere. Our ice technology lasts 5x longer than typical gel packs and our patented snow-like material reduces thermal shock. [Image of two First Ice® packs, the left pack is unfrozen and the right is frozen]

Cold Therapy

Learn more about the benefits of heat therapy for post-op or chronic pain with our First Ice® Direct Stick™ technology below. 

Cold Therapy diverts blood flow away from the injured area which results in reduced inflammation and swelling. Cold Therapy has been proven to decrease the frequency and intensity of pain following surgery.
First Gel® is a unique long-lasting gel that can be applied easily and anywhere. Our interchangeable Hot or Cold Therapy with any of our joint and multi-joint systems maintaining ideal continuous therapeutic temperatures for more than 2 hours

Hot Therapy

Learn more about the benefits of heat therapy for post-op or chronic pain with our First Gel® Direct Stick™ technology below.

Heat Therapy reduces pain by increasing circulation and muscle relaxation which reduces pain, spasms, and stiffness. Using heat before exercising increases blood flow to the area, which helps with muscle flexibility and joint movement.

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Reviews

Feels soft. I like this much better than those plastic bags or a frozen bag of peas.

Jeff Ayers

The Cold Therapy Packs definitely helps with the swelling of my wrist fracture and it keeps my hand and wrist supported well while I heal.

Gary Alpert

Very good cold pack - I have used it on my knee to help with the pain and it works well as part of my physical therapy, It conforms well to my knee.

Charles Morrow