Description
Breg Polar Care Glacier Cold Therapy System balances the needs of the patient and the clinician. Its easy to use, feature-rich design makes it a great choice for hospital use. Depending on patient-specific protocol, with nothing more than an initial fill of a little ice and water, patients can enjoy up to 8-11 hours of motorized cold therapy according to their own comfort level.
Benefits of Using Polar Care Glacier Cold Therapy
- Best-in-class therapy time and weight balance increases a nurse’s efficiency
- Whisper-quiet pump technology allows your patient to rest easy
- Durable, powerful construction provides peace of mind
- High flow rates ensure even temperature distribution
- Temperature control allows the physician to adjust the protocol to the individual patient
When to use Polar Care Glacier System?
- Post Operative
- Arthroscopic procedures
- Reconstructive Procedures
- Plastic Surgery
- General Surgery
- Post Trauma
- Chronic Pain
- Physical Therapy
Note: This item is non-returnable due to hygiene purposes.
Polar Care Glacier User Manual
Also Available (Separately)
- Breg AC Adapter For Polar Cold Therapy Systems
- Breg WrapOn Pads Polar Dressing
- Breg Polar Care WrapOn Shoulder Pad
Polar Care Glacier Using Instructions
- Adjust Temperature
- Set the temperature according to your physician¢s instructions:
- Unless otherwise directed by your physician, start with the temperature control dial at the coldest setting (pointed left).
- Wait ten minutes for temperature to stabilize after starting and after each adjustment.
- Adjust temperature control dial clockwise (warmer) as needed for patient comfort or as directed by your physician.‚
- Skin Inspection
- Inspect the skin under the Polar Pad (by lifting the edge) as prescribed, typically every 1 to 2 hours. Do not use the Polar Care Glacier if dressing, wrapping, bracing, or casting over the Polar Pad prevents skin checks.
- Stop using and contact your practitioner immediately if you experience any adverse reactions, such as: increased pain, burning, increased swelling, itching, blisters, increased redness, discoloration, welts, other changes in skin appearance, or any other reaction identified by your practitioner.‚
- Ending Session
To stop the pump, disconnect electrical power. To disconnect the Polar Pad from the pump hose, depress the two metal tabs on the hose coupling and gently pull apart.
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