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01-27-2008, 04:12 AM #1
how to make a better ice pack at home
.....that is using ice therapy. I ruptured my bursa last year and had to go through some physical therapy. Originally, I was using bags of frozen veggies for an ice pack, but my PT gave me a recipe to use. It makes a real slushy mixture that conforms to the shape of the area that needs cold therapy.
Take a 1 gallon ziploc bag. Add 1 part rubbing alcohol to 3 parts water so that the bag is 1/3 to 1/2 full. Close bag securely. Place this ziploc bag inside another ziploc bag and close this bag securely also. Place the whole mess in the freezer and in a few hours, it should turn into a nice, slushy mixture. Use the icy mix until it melts and then return it to the freezer to make it slushy again.
I kept several made up and used them throughout the day whenever I needed it.
Hope this helps.
AGLast edited by almostgone; 01-27-2008 at 06:53 AM. Reason: my redneck typing ain't good...
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01-28-2008, 01:44 PM #2
I've also got 1 more recipe lying around here somewhere. It requires the use of a surfactant i.e. dishwashing detergent. I'll see if I can find it, it makes more of a gel-type mix for a cold pack.
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04-05-2008, 09:10 PM #3
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04-08-2008, 07:32 AM #4
LOL....I'm still looking Papi. If I can't find it soon, I call up the PT and ask her.
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05-17-2008, 09:35 PM #5
Another ice pack idea. You can use a tight shirt and put the pack underneath to hold it in place.
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wow thanks ... i am going to try this... im guessing this can be reused ... ?
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08-28-2008, 10:57 PM #7
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08-28-2008, 10:57 PM #8
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11-29-2009, 02:35 AM #9
how to make a better ice pack at home
good idea, just make sure you have some evidence maybe a pic?
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11-29-2009, 06:41 AM #10There are 3 loves in my life: my wife, my English mastiffs, and my weightlifting....Man, my wife gets really pissed when I get the 3 confused...
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great idea
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04-07-2013, 10:15 AM #13
Thanks Almost gone.
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this awesome. thanks for the time to share this idea. definitely worth trying!
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04-14-2014, 11:08 PM #15
Not a problem. It has worked great for me (I usually keep 2 packs made up).
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04-15-2014, 07:53 AM #16
I do this except instead of rubbing alcohol I use 151 and mix in some Coke or Pepsi. Once it's about 1/2 melted I drink what is left and I feel much better for most of the day.
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not bad! anyone have any suggestions on what to keep it in place with
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Good stuff. +1
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06-25-2023, 12:13 PM #19
Here's another I haven't tried, but ran across it online:
PROBLEM SOLVED
How to make an easy DIY reusable gel ice pack and save some cash
Maryal Miller Carter
USA TODAY
Add 2 parts water to 1 part rubbing alcohol in a reusable zip top bag. Less alcohol will make the pack more firm, more alcohol will make the pack more soft.
Add a dash of dish soap. This will help prevent the gel from sticking to the bag.
If desired, add blue food coloring. This will make it look like a traditional gel ice pack. Or add any other color of your choice to customize.
Once all ingredients have been added, get as much air out of the bag as possible before sealing.
Seal the bag. Lay flat and place in the freezer for a few hours or overnight.
When ready to use, remove the pack from the freezer and apply it to the affected area.
Refreeze the pack and reuse it as needed.There are 3 loves in my life: my wife, my English mastiffs, and my weightlifting....Man, my wife gets really pissed when I get the 3 confused...
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06-25-2023, 06:11 PM #20
I like frozen peas or corn packaged already in a plastic bag.
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06-25-2023, 06:50 PM #21There are 3 loves in my life: my wife, my English mastiffs, and my weightlifting....Man, my wife gets really pissed when I get the 3 confused...
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06-27-2023, 12:56 AM #22
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