BodyICE Perineum Ice & Heat Pack can be used warm or cold to provide relief throughout pregnancy and particularly during or after childbirth.
When heated, the BodyICE Perineum strip can be effectively used during the 2nd stage of labour to help reduce the occurrence of perineal trauma.
When frozen, the BodyICE Perineum strip provides soothing, cooling relief to the perineal area which may be irritated, swollen and tender from childbirth.
It can also be used to treat Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) as well as hemorrhoids that may occur pre or post labour.
Each pack contains:
1 x perineum strip
5 x washable perineum sleeves
Heat or cool the BodyICE Perineum Ice & Heat Pack as per the following instructions.
Cold therapy: Place in the freezer without sleeves for approximately 2 hours or submerge in icy water until the desired temperature is achieved.
Heat therapy: Submerge in hot water without sleeves or microwave for the suggested times below. Heat in additional 5-second increments until the desired temperature is achieved. Always test temperature before application.
- 700 Watt Microwave: 20 seconds
- 1000 Watt Microwave: 15 seconds
- 1200 Watt Microwave: 10 seconds
Slip on the protective, washable sleeves provided and place directly on the perineal area. Apply for the medically recommended time of 20 minutes. Wait until the skin returns to normal temperature before reapplying.
Wash the pads with warm soapy water.
You can also handwash the sleeves and air dry them for continued use.