Updated 4/20/2020: I wanted to add to my original review. I've used a similar unit in the past. However, the deciding factor in purchasing this particular unit was the auto on/off cycle timer, which no other company offer's. You can set it for how long you want it run and how long you want it to shut off before it runs again.
Recently I have been dealing with a lot of knee pain and stiffness while trying to sleep, it's been 3-1/2 months since my surgery. To the point I am back having to use crutch's when I first get out of bed, until I do an ice therapy session. So I decided to experiment and use the machine throughout the whole night while in bed.
First couple of nights I tried different cycle times, 20 mins on/20 off. Then 30/20. Finally settled on 40 mins on/10 mins off. Now when I get up in the mornings I feel so much better. I'm not in nearly as much pain nor do I have as much stiffness! Also, I no long need the crutch's when I first wake up. Having the on/off cycle timer is such an added benefit!
Due to being a multi sport athlete and years of injury and competition I just had my fourth knee surgery, I borrowed a similar unit on my last surgery that wasn't available to me this time. I thought I would just use ice this time. After two days of intense pain and swelling almost the same, I ordered this unit. I love it!
The bladders have the wrap attached to it which makes it very convenient and easy to put on & off. This unit also has auto on/off timer that I love. You can set it to run from 10 minutes to 16-1/2 hours. You can also set it for how long you want it off before it kicks back on again. Which is nice because you can have it on a lot longer than ice and you can sleep with it on. Within 24 hours my swelling was reduced by more than half of what it was and so was the pain. Ice, if left on to long can be counter productive and can be messy.
I did have a small issue when I first received it, not a real big deal. However, I called the manufacture, Polar Products and they were really nice and took care of it immediately. While talking to them, found out they were actually local to me (Stow, Ohio) and they invited me out. They are a small family owned company with great people and a great product and worth the extra money I paid. Don't be afraid to spend the extra money for this product, Don't be penny wise and dollar foolish.
While I was at their facility I was asked if I would be interested in testing reusable Ice packs they are developing to reduce having to keep continuing emptying water and adding ice. I feel they are working very well, maintaining good temperature for 6-8 hours. Take them out, wipe them off and put them back in freezer and grab another set.
This unit is something I would suggest having and wearing the moment you get home from surgery. This will help cut days even weeks off of dealing with pain and swelling. Also; I wear mine 30 minutes on/10 minutes off/30 minutes on, then i get up and walk as much as I can with or without crutches, then repeat. After four knee surgery's I have learned how important it is to get it moving as soon and as much as possible. However, getting the swelling down as soon as possible is a huge factor and this unit helps do that.
As I am now in therapy, they will typically ice you at the end. I elect not to have them do this and I come home and put my knee bladder on. My opinion it much more effective and more comfortable. I don't understand why therapy does not use them. I know this was long but I hope my experience will help someone or many with a faster recovery, being on crutches and laid up is no fun!
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Product Description
Manufacturer of Body Cooling and Hot & Cold Therapy Products Since 1984
Active Ice 3.0 Circulating Cold Water Therapy Systems
Our comfortable and easy-to-use cold therapy system is great for drug-free pain relief after injury or post-surgery! Polar Products provides cold therapy systems that are designed for specific areas of the body and universal systems designed to be used anywhere!
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Unique Programmable Digital Timer (Patent Pending)Our Active Ice System includes a programmable digital timer that allows you to set custom on and off cycles. This allows you to set a treatment duration cycle per your doctor's recommendation, in increments of 10 minutes and up to 990 minutes. The timer is a critical safety feature! (Compare this to competitors' models, which have no timer or even on/off switch, they must be unplugged after each use!) Simplicity and Control |
Whisper QuietOur high-performance, brushless pump is whisper quiet and provides high efficiency, steady, effective cold therapy. Our whisper quiet pump, large cooling reservoir, and programable timer are ideal for providing safe, effective pain relief through the night. Always follow your doctor's instructions when using cold therapy |
Easy & Convenient to UseThe 9 qt. cooling reservoir is designed to accommodate six (6) 16.9 oz frozen water bottles. Rotate a set and no need to mess with ice or melted water. We also offer 16 qt wheeled cooling reservoirs. The larger cooling reservoirs provide longer therapy sessions before needing to be replenished with ice. |
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Happy CustomersAt Polar Products, we manufacture high-quality innovative cryotherapy technology that is unmatched in the industry. As a leading US manufacturer of therapy products since 1984 we not only have great products, we have outstanding service. Our U.S.-based support team, located in Stow, Ohio, is staffed by our helpful and knowledgeable representatives and…. WE ANSWER OUR PHONES! |
Quick Connect/Disconnect CouplingsOur high performance, quick disconnect, dry when disconnected couplings allow the therapy pad to be detached from the system at any time during treatment to allow movement as needed. |
Benefits of Cold TherapySpecifically designed for post-surgery, drug-free pain relief. Cold therapy slows the blood flow to an injury, which reduces swelling, inflammation, and pain following surgical procedures or trauma.
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Polar Products Active Ice 3.0 Knee & Joint Cold Therapy SystemComes complete with patent pending programable digital timer, cold therapy pad, and quiet high efficiency pump. System is available with 9 qt or wheeled 16 qt cooling reservoir. |
Polar Products Active Ice 3.0 Full Circumference Knee Cold Therapy SystemComes complete with patent pending programable digital timer, cold therapy pad, and quiet high efficiency pump. System is available with 9 qt or wheeled 16 qt cooling reservoir. Often preferred by medical professionals for after total knee replacement surgery. |
Polar Products Active Ice 3.0 Shoulder Cold Therapy SystemComes complete with patent pending programable digital timer, cold therapy pad, and quiet high efficiency pump. System is available with 9 qt or wheeled 16 qt cooling reservoir. Available in standard size and small. |
Polar Products Active Ice 3.0 Universal “U” Cold Therapy SystemComes complete with patent pending programable digital timer, cold therapy pad, and quiet high efficiency pump. System is available with 9 qt or wheeled 16 qt cooling reservoir. |
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Polar Products Active Ice 3.0 Universal Rectangular Cold Therapy SystemComes complete with patent pending programable digital timer, cold therapy pad, and quiet high efficiency pump. System is available with 9 qt or wheeled 16 qt cooling reservoir. |
Polar Products Active Ice 3.0 Back & Hip Cold Therapy SystemComes complete with patent pending programable digital timer, cold therapy pad, and quiet high efficiency pump. System is available with 9 qt or wheeled 16 qt cooling reservoir. |
Polar Products Active Ice 3.0 Elbow Cold Therapy SystemComes complete with patent pending programable digital timer, cold therapy pad, and quiet high efficiency pump. System is available with 9 qt or wheeled 16 qt cooling reservoir. |
Polar Products Active Ice 3.0 Foot & Ankle Cold Therapy SystemComes complete with patent pending programable digital timer, cold therapy pad, and quiet high efficiency pump. System is available with 9 qt or wheeled 16 qt cooling reservoir. Available in standard size and large size |
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Polar Products Active Ice 3.0 Ankle Cold Therapy SystemComes complete with patent pending programable digital timer, cold therapy pad, and quiet high efficiency pump. System is available with 9 qt or wheeled 16 qt cooling reservoir. |
Polar Products Active Ice 3.0 Hand & Wrist Cold Therapy SystemComes complete with patent pending programable digital timer, cold therapy pad, and quiet high efficiency pump. System is available with 9 qt or wheeled 16 qt cooling reservoir. |
Polar Products Active Ice 3.0 Double Knee Cold Therapy SystemComes complete with patent pending programable digital timer, cold therapy pad, and quiet high efficiency pump. System is available with 9 qt or wheeled 16 qt cooling reservoir. Ice two knees at the same time! |
Polar Products Active Ice 3.0 16 Qt Cooling ReservoirThis larger reservoir is available for all systems and includes a telescoping handle, wheels and a drain accessory that allows most of the water to be drained without lifting the unit. Place twelve (12) 16.9 oz frozen water bottles in it for many hours of cold therapy. |
Proudly designed, engineered, tested and manufactured in the USA, with our service, our factory and our entire organization in Stow, Ohio, USA.
Our 6-month manufacturer's promise and service-oriented focus make the Polar Active Ice Systems a smart purchase! We stand behind our product 100% and in the rare chance you experience an issue, we will do whatever is necessary to make it right!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2020
Recently I have been dealing with a lot of knee pain and stiffness while trying to sleep, it's been 3-1/2 months since my surgery. To the point I am back having to use crutch's when I first get out of bed, until I do an ice therapy session. So I decided to experiment and use the machine throughout the whole night while in bed.
First couple of nights I tried different cycle times, 20 mins on/20 off. Then 30/20. Finally settled on 40 mins on/10 mins off. Now when I get up in the mornings I feel so much better. I'm not in nearly as much pain nor do I have as much stiffness! Also, I no long need the crutch's when I first wake up. Having the on/off cycle timer is such an added benefit!
Due to being a multi sport athlete and years of injury and competition I just had my fourth knee surgery, I borrowed a similar unit on my last surgery that wasn't available to me this time. I thought I would just use ice this time. After two days of intense pain and swelling almost the same, I ordered this unit. I love it!
The bladders have the wrap attached to it which makes it very convenient and easy to put on & off. This unit also has auto on/off timer that I love. You can set it to run from 10 minutes to 16-1/2 hours. You can also set it for how long you want it off before it kicks back on again. Which is nice because you can have it on a lot longer than ice and you can sleep with it on. Within 24 hours my swelling was reduced by more than half of what it was and so was the pain. Ice, if left on to long can be counter productive and can be messy.
I did have a small issue when I first received it, not a real big deal. However, I called the manufacture, Polar Products and they were really nice and took care of it immediately. While talking to them, found out they were actually local to me (Stow, Ohio) and they invited me out. They are a small family owned company with great people and a great product and worth the extra money I paid. Don't be afraid to spend the extra money for this product, Don't be penny wise and dollar foolish.
While I was at their facility I was asked if I would be interested in testing reusable Ice packs they are developing to reduce having to keep continuing emptying water and adding ice. I feel they are working very well, maintaining good temperature for 6-8 hours. Take them out, wipe them off and put them back in freezer and grab another set.
This unit is something I would suggest having and wearing the moment you get home from surgery. This will help cut days even weeks off of dealing with pain and swelling. Also; I wear mine 30 minutes on/10 minutes off/30 minutes on, then i get up and walk as much as I can with or without crutches, then repeat. After four knee surgery's I have learned how important it is to get it moving as soon and as much as possible. However, getting the swelling down as soon as possible is a huge factor and this unit helps do that.
As I am now in therapy, they will typically ice you at the end. I elect not to have them do this and I come home and put my knee bladder on. My opinion it much more effective and more comfortable. I don't understand why therapy does not use them. I know this was long but I hope my experience will help someone or many with a faster recovery, being on crutches and laid up is no fun!
Style: Knee/Joint PadVerified Purchase
Money Well Spent!
By John Foore on January 19, 2020
Updated 4/20/2020: I wanted to add to my original review. I've used a similar unit in the past. However, the deciding factor in purchasing this particular unit was the auto on/off cycle timer, which no other company offer's. You can set it for how long you want it run and how long you want it to shut off before it runs again.By John Foore on January 19, 2020
Recently I have been dealing with a lot of knee pain and stiffness while trying to sleep, it's been 3-1/2 months since my surgery. To the point I am back having to use crutch's when I first get out of bed, until I do an ice therapy session. So I decided to experiment and use the machine throughout the whole night while in bed.
First couple of nights I tried different cycle times, 20 mins on/20 off. Then 30/20. Finally settled on 40 mins on/10 mins off. Now when I get up in the mornings I feel so much better. I'm not in nearly as much pain nor do I have as much stiffness! Also, I no long need the crutch's when I first wake up. Having the on/off cycle timer is such an added benefit!
Due to being a multi sport athlete and years of injury and competition I just had my fourth knee surgery, I borrowed a similar unit on my last surgery that wasn't available to me this time. I thought I would just use ice this time. After two days of intense pain and swelling almost the same, I ordered this unit. I love it!
The bladders have the wrap attached to it which makes it very convenient and easy to put on & off. This unit also has auto on/off timer that I love. You can set it to run from 10 minutes to 16-1/2 hours. You can also set it for how long you want it off before it kicks back on again. Which is nice because you can have it on a lot longer than ice and you can sleep with it on. Within 24 hours my swelling was reduced by more than half of what it was and so was the pain. Ice, if left on to long can be counter productive and can be messy.
I did have a small issue when I first received it, not a real big deal. However, I called the manufacture, Polar Products and they were really nice and took care of it immediately. While talking to them, found out they were actually local to me (Stow, Ohio) and they invited me out. They are a small family owned company with great people and a great product and worth the extra money I paid. Don't be afraid to spend the extra money for this product, Don't be penny wise and dollar foolish.
While I was at their facility I was asked if I would be interested in testing reusable Ice packs they are developing to reduce having to keep continuing emptying water and adding ice. I feel they are working very well, maintaining good temperature for 6-8 hours. Take them out, wipe them off and put them back in freezer and grab another set.
This unit is something I would suggest having and wearing the moment you get home from surgery. This will help cut days even weeks off of dealing with pain and swelling. Also; I wear mine 30 minutes on/10 minutes off/30 minutes on, then i get up and walk as much as I can with or without crutches, then repeat. After four knee surgery's I have learned how important it is to get it moving as soon and as much as possible. However, getting the swelling down as soon as possible is a huge factor and this unit helps do that.
As I am now in therapy, they will typically ice you at the end. I elect not to have them do this and I come home and put my knee bladder on. My opinion it much more effective and more comfortable. I don't understand why therapy does not use them. I know this was long but I hope my experience will help someone or many with a faster recovery, being on crutches and laid up is no fun!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2019
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Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2018
Style: Knee/Joint PadVerified Purchase
Love this machine
By Dirk Atherley on December 24, 2018
I had surgery on both of my knee's and so I bought this Polar Ice machine, and I love it!! It works great, it's quiet and worth the money. It came with the bladder bag, back wrap and elastic belt. The only draw back is once finished there is no way to completely drain all the water out of the bladder.
By Dirk Atherley on December 24, 2018
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