Ice Pack (5"x18" Size)

I have tried so many brands and these are the only brand that delivers ALL of the following--the right amount of cold for long enough-freeze fast enough-are comfortable and flexible enough-lightweight enough-the right size and shape for the job (this brand has so many size options that are perfect for different areas)These work just right for my migraines and swollen joints.I have to put it in a pillow case because placing it directly in the skin is too much. You want a thin, dry layer of soft fabric between the ice cold contents and your skin. Anything wet or plastic will conduct the cold too much to external skin and make it feel like too much cold but a thin layer of soft, dry fabric will protect your skin while allowing the cold to sink deep into your tissues.Durability- it is true that these won't last forever. However, the other brands with thicker exterior are useless to me, they are way too heavy and inflexible to wrap around joints or my forehead and they impede the amount of cold you get into the deeper tissues which makes those kinds wholly ineffective for me. This brand is much more flexible, effective and useful but the down side is that they will break down eventually. I get at least a hundred uses out of them though. They get squished and squeezed and re-frozen and yeah, eventually the lining breaks. It's non-toxic filling. It's never been that big of a deal for me. These are also more affordable than most other kinds so I just have a few that I keep on hand so when one breaks, (which is super rare considering I use things almost every day and I lose one about once a year) it's just not a big deal for me. I prefer having a few anyway so I never have to worry about running out of already frozen ones during a bad migraine.I literally couldn't cope without these and I hope they keep selling them. I love all the different size options. Take care of it, don't be super rough with it and it will last you quite a long time.

I needed an ice pack that I could put around my head for my migraines. Its Perfect.

Packs freeze soft and stay cold for long periods of time. I use them all the time !

This ice pack and size is a game changer (5" x 18"). For those with a shoulder, knee injury or after surgery this size ice pack is a MUST. I only wrap my ice pack with a single layer of flour sack towel and this provides the relief I need, when I need it. **PLEASE be careful when choosing what type and how thick of a towel to wrap yours in, ice packs can burn the skin if you are not careful, use CAUTION and trial and error for what is best for your specific application." This size not only wraps well, though has more length than most. I also use this for migraine relief, placing it around the back base of my neck and it brings great relief for me. Waiting for it to freeze is the hardest part for me, so I ordered another one for back up, so the waiting is over. Enjoy!

2nd UPDATE: I changed my rating back to 4 stars because I reached out to the manufacturer directly, and they promptly sent me a new gel pack.These packs are a bit hard and not flexible directly out of the freezer, but after a few minutes they are perfect and the cold lasts.UPDATE: I changed my rating to one star because this second one I purchased is not the same as the first one I did. It has FAR too much air and less gel in it making it practically useless. It stays cold for a very short time. I don't know if I just received a fluke, or if this is how they are making the ice packs now, but either way I'm very disappointed. I would return it if I could but I'm outside of the return window.This is the second one of these that I have purchased. I love that I can wrap it around the back of my neck and top of my head when my migraines hit.I don't know whose brilliant idea it was in packaging at Amazon to put stickers directly onto this gel pack. After 3 treatments of dawn powerwash spray and scraping I managed to get the 2 stickers off, but there is no way the residue from one of them is coming off. Disappointing.

First off, ALL gel packs have to be replaced at some point, however, these last the longest. I use them on a daily basis so I have purchased a few and keep them in the freezer. If they are too frozen and hard just pop them in the microwave for several seconds. Great brand that I keep coming back to and regret when I have to purchase another brand.

Awesome ice bag for neck and shoulders. It does get a little hard if you leave it in the freezer too long.

I have used these gel packs for many years. I ordered a cloth sleeve and one of these came in it. When they finally wear out, I order again. I use mine every day.