| Total Ice Therapy Ice Wraps | Cold Gel Packs |
| Uses real ice and water which will reach approximately 40°-42° and is the optimum for icing any area without burning the skin. | May reach temperatures low enough to cause tissue damage or freezing, therefore limiting usage time. |
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| Molds to the contours of the affected area thus treating the entire injury. | Buckles up, leaving some of the injured area untreated because of gaps. |
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| Compression forces of neoprene wrap allow for deep penetration of cold. | Gel packs eventually break down and won't stay cold or get cold enough for adequate treatment, and don't penetrate deeply. |
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| Makes for easy compliance because the compressive neoprene and Velcro straps allow for mobility with treatment. | Must remain immobile or hold gel pack in place with hand. |
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| Ice is available just about anywhere, so these wraps can be used wherever you go. | Need to stay in the freezer, so they cannot be taken on the road, to tournaments, etc. |
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