Customer Reviews

Elasto-gel Cervical Collar

5 star:		(65)
4 star:		(23)
3 star:		(14)
2 star:		(8)
1 star:		(14)

 

 

If this just stayed warm longer, it would be perfect.

On the plus side: Perfect fit. The Velcro works perfectly and keeps it as tight or as loose as I want it. It has a nice heavy feel. Heavy enough to stay close to the skin for good therapy, but not too heavy to be uncomfortable. The neck is a difficult place to treat/fit. This does it very well. It's great to be free of electrical cords. I can move about freely. It fits snugly against the neck so I can wear a sweater over it without a problem. Being able to do hot and cold is a plus, although I have not used the cold yet.

The only negative is the temperature control. It takes a bit of experimenting to find the right time, since each microwave is different. Then it cools off very quickly. Even if I heat to the point where I can barely stand the heat, it is almost cold in 15 minutes. This means I need to keep running back to the microwave.

The TheraTherm shoulder pad is a better option for me. It is electric and has excellent temperature control. The cord is long enough to make it usable. I just wish its strap was as good as this one.

I've owned my elasto gel cervical and lumbar pieces for 10 years and they are still as effective as they were when I purchased them. I'm disabled from failed spine surgery. I love the heat wraps sold in the stores but sometimes I don't need 8 hours of heat. I can toss these in the micro again and again. If I'm very stressed ( I also have FMS ) I can slip a scented fabric softener sheet between the cover and the gel and get a little aromatherapy along with the heat! Hats off to elasto gel for their fine product. My next purchase will be the cranial cap for my migraines.

I bought this neck collar based on the suggestion of my physical therapist. I have degenerative disk disease in my neck which spasms on a regular basis when inflamed. This collar was able to touch all of the right places and the velcro band secured it into place. It really helped to calm the spasms as much as possible.

For years I've used a gel wrap made by Medi-Temp for my chronic neck pain which I love because it is ICY cold. I purchased the Elasto Gel because of the good reviews and because it looked like it would cover more of the neck and back area. I am extrememly disappointed in the Elasto Gel's temperature. Even after overnight in the freezer it feels more like a cool washrag out of the refrigerator rather than an Ice pack. If I'm not able to return it, mine will soon be available on Ebay.

My identical Elasto Gel is at least 5 years old (and cost twice as much b/c I bought it locally). I got this one was for my 90 year old mom. It is a WONDERFUL quick-fix for sore, achy shoulder/neck muscles. My mom LOVES it, so much that she brings it WITH her when she travels.

I heartily recommend it: easy to use; inexpensive; and WORKS.

I own two of these cold packs that I keep in the freezer at all times. They keep flexible when cold and conform to your body. I use them for neck inflamation and pain. I have had one for several years and have not noticed any wear. I picked up this second one so I will have one always avalible.

Really like this one. I can work on the computer and treat my neck and shoulders at the same time. Keeping it dry is important because if water (ice) gets on the outside it gets messy.

This ice pack works wonders! I've tried many types of ice packs and this one stays put and you can keep going with them on. Stays cold for around 20 minutes before you might want to put it next to the skin. After that it is good for another 5 minutes maybe. I have Fibromyalgia and alternate cold and heat on really bad days. This one works well, except it really does not wrap around the neck as shown in the picture. You can, but I found it uncomfortable. You have to store it carefully! Lay it as flat as you can and in the same way it came. I put mine in 2 ziplock bags to prevent any freezer smells and then I put that in Tupperware. Be very careful with the Velcro!! It will stick to the spandex type material and fray it. I've been very careful with mine and it still has pulls all over it. Check out all the other products, they have everything for every muscle group! The cranial cap I had to return.......it was too heavy for my head and with the Fibro, trying to hold it up made my neck muscles kill!! This is worth the money as long as you intend on taking good care of it. Customer service for these guys is great also!

Got this for Christmas this year. Didn't even know this product existed. I'm loving it heated. Just 2 minutes in the microwave and I get 30 minutes of soothing heat on my tight neck. I highly recommend it for its comfort and durrability. Recommend putting in a zip lock if it goes in the freezer... I anticipate that the cover will take on a funky smell if placed in there directly.

This is simply the best constructed cold-pack I have ever had! My only complaint is that is isn't quite cold enough, even when in the freezer over night. Very comfortable, with soft lycra cover.