General Description

Southwest Technologies Inc. is the manufacturer of Elasto-Gel™ therapy products. Our line consists of over 40 different shapes and sizes so we can best fit each person's special need. Elasto-Gel™ products may be used for either hot or cold therapy and will not leak if punctured. When heated, products provide moist therapy heat and when used cold, products provide soothing cold without causing trauma to the skin or nerves. In addition, when used cold, the products remain soft and flexible even at -20ºF. The products will not dry out, become hard or change form and are re-usable. The products have the ability to conform to all contoured areas and move with patient movement. Products are covered with a four-way stretch material that allows maximum conformity, heat transfer and comfort.

Directions For Use

HE5001 & HE5005 Hand Exercisers

*CAUTION: DO NOT OVERHEAT!! Due to the nature of the gel, it may only feel warm to the touch, but if the exerciser has been overheated, too much heat may be transferred to the body and can cause burns.

FOR MUSCLE STRENGTHENING: Greatly increased strength of hand and finger muscle results from repeated gripping of the exerciser several times a day for periods of 5 to 10 minutes. As muscles strengthen and more pressure is applied, more resistance is developed by the exerciser.

FOR COLD APPLICATION: Store the exerciser in the freezer for a minimum of one (1) hour. It may be left in the freezer indefinitely until ready to use. It will remain flexible even at 20° F. Remove the exerciser prior to defrosting the freezer. Note: Always store product in a plastic bag while in freezer.

FOR HEAT APPLICATION: The most convenient method of heating the exerciser is in a microwave oven. Suggested heating times:

Small Hand Exerciser: 600-700 watt microwave: 20 - 30 Seconds, 1100 watt: 15 Seconds

Large Hand Exerciser: 600-700 watt microwave: 25 - 35 Seconds per side,

1100 watt: 30 Seconds per side

Note: all microwaves vary in heating and may have “hot spots”. Be cautious when heating.

Wait one minute (60 seconds) before use. The exerciser should feel WARM to the touch, NOT HOT. Hold the exerciser firmly against the skin for 30 seconds before re-heating*. If the exerciser is not warm enough, heat in 10 second increments and rotate the product each time.

The exerciser can also be heated in a conventional oven at 250° F for 10 minutes. Place exerciser on a cookie sheet or baking dish in the center of the oven. Flip the exerciser after 6 minutes to get even heat both sides.

DO NOT GET THE PRODUCTS WET:

The gel will absorb water and swell. If the product becomes damp, lay it on a flat surface and allow it to fully air dry before continuing use. Do not use wet towels under the gel.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS:

Remove the outside cover and hand wash in cold water and mild soap. Hang up to dry. Wipe the white inner cover with a damp (not wet) cloth using mild soap or disinfectant. Allow the product to fully air dry before continuing to use.

SW9001 Shoulder Wrap

*CAUTION: DO NOT OVERHEAT!! Due to the nature of the gel, it may only feel warm to the touch, but if the wrap has been overheated, too much heat may be transferred to the body and can cause burns.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

COLD THERAPY:

Store the wrap in the freezer for a minimum of two (2) hours. It may be left in the freezer indefinitely until ready to use. It will remain flexible even at -20°F. Remove the wrap prior to defrosting the freezer. Note: Always store product in a plastic bag while in freezer.

HEAT THERAPY:

The most convenient method of heating the wrap is in a microwave oven. Suggested heating times: 600-700 watt microwave: 60-90 Seconds. Flip the wrap to the opposite side and heat for 60-90 Seconds. Then refold the wrap (inside to out) and heat for 45 Seconds. 1100 watt: 50 Seconds per side. Note: all microwaves vary in heating and may have “hot spots”. Be cautious when heating.

Wait one minute (60 seconds) before using. The wrap should feel WARM to the touch, NOT HOT. Hold the wrap firmly against the skin for 30 seconds before re-heating*. If the wrap is not warm enough, heat in 20 second increments and rotate the product each time.

The wrap can also be heated in a conventional oven at 250°F for 15-20 minutes. Place wrap on cookie sheet or baking dish in the center of the oven. Do not allow the straps or buckles to touch the heating element. Rotate the wrap after 6 minutes, top to bottom and if folded, inside to out.

How to apply:

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1. The SW9001 Shoulder Wrap is universal for either right or left shoulder. Lay the pad out flat first.

2. Insert Male Buckle B into Female Buckle B.

3. Place the wide side of the wrap on the desired shoulder with the narrow side laying over the bicep area.

4. Bring Strap A under the opposite arm and Insert Male Buckle C into Female Buckle C. Note: Strap A is Adjustable.

5. Loop Strap D through buckle D and secure strap D back onto itself.

6. Wrap the Narrow part of the Shoulder Wrap around the bicep area and secure Strap E around bicep. Strap E will hook onto itself.

DO NOT GET THE PRODUCTS WET:

The gel will absorb water and swell. If the product becomes damp, lay it on a flat surface and allow it to fully air dry before continuing use. Do not use wet towels under the gel.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS:

SW9004 & SW9005 Shoulder Sleeves

COLD THERAPY:

Store the sleeve in the freezer for a minimum of two (2) hours. It may be left in the freezer indefinitely until ready to use. It will remain flexible even at -20°F. Remove the sleeve prior to defrosting the freezer. Note: Always store product in a plastic bag while in freezer.

HEAT THERAPY:

The most convenient method of heating the sleeve is in a microwave oven. Suggesting heating times: 600-700 watt microwave: 60-90 Seconds. Turn the sleeve inside to out and re-heat for 60-90 Seconds. Then refold the sleeve and heat for 45 Seconds. 1100 watt: 50 Seconds per side.

Wait one minute (60 seconds) before using. The sleeve should feel WARM to the touch, NOT HOT. Hold the sleeve firmly against the skin for 30 seconds before re-heating*. If the sleeve is not warm enough, heat in 20 second increments and rotate the product each time.

The sleeve can also be heated in a conventional oven at 250°F for 15-20 minutes. Place sleeve on cookie sheet or baking dish in the center of the oven. Do not allow the straps or buckles to touch the heating element. Rotate the sleeve after 6 minutes, top to bottom and inside to out.

DO NOT GET THE PRODUCTS WET:

The gel will absorb water and swell. If the product becomes damp, lay it on a flat surface and allow it to fully air dry before continuing use. Do not use wet towels under the gel.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS:

To clean the sleeve, wipe the cover down with a damp (not wet) cloth using mild soap or disinfectant. Allow the product to fully air dry before continuing to use.

TM7001 Therapy Mitten

COLD THERAPY:

Store the mitt in the freezer for a minimum of two (2) hours. It may be left in the freezer indefinitely until ready to use. It will remain flexible even at -20°F. Remove the mitt prior to defrosting the freezer. Note: Always store product in a plastic bag while in freezer.

HEAT THERAPY:

The most convenient method of heating the mitt is in a microwave oven. Tuck the thumb and

wrist into the body of the mitt before heating to avoid a hot spot. Suggested heating

times: 600-700 watt microwave: 30-45 Seconds per side. 1100 watt: 30 Seconds per side.

Note: all microwaves vary in heating and may have “hot spots”. Be cautious when heating.

After heated, wait one minute (60 seconds) before applying to body. The mitt should feel WARM

to the touch, NOT HOT. Hold the mitt firmly against the skin for 30 seconds before re-

heating*. If the wrap is not warm enough, heat in 15 second increments and rotate the product

each time.

The mitt can also be heated in a conventional oven at 250°F for 10-15 minutes. Place mitt on cookie sheet or baking dish in the center of the oven. Flip the wrap after 6 minutes for even heating.

DO NOT GET THE PRODUCTS WET:

The gel will absorb water and swell. If the product becomes damp, lay it on a flat surface and allow it to fully air dry before continuing use. Do not use wet towels under the gel.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS:

WR200 Hot/Cold Wrist Wrap

COLD THERAPY:

HEAT THERAPY:

The most convenient method of heating the wrap is in a microwave oven. Suggested heating times: 600-700 watt microwave: 20-30 Seconds per side, 1100 watt: 20 Seconds per side.

Note: all microwaves vary in heating and may have “hot spots”. Be cautious when heating.

Wait one minute (60 seconds) before use. The wrap should feel WARM to the touch, NOT HOT. Hold the wrap firmly against the skin for 30 seconds before re-heating*. If the wrap is not warm enough, heat in 15 second increments and rotate the product each time.

The wrap can also be heated in a conventional oven at 250°F for 10-15 minutes. Place wrap on cookie sheet or baking dish in the center of the oven. Do not allow the straps to touch the heating element. Flip the wrap after 6 minutes for even heating.

DO NOT GET THE PRODUCTS WET:

The gel will absorb water and swell. If the product becomes damp, lay it on a flat surface and allow it to fully air dry before continuing use. Do not use wet towels under the gel.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS:

Wipe the cover down with a damp (not wet) cloth and mild soap or disinfectant. Allow the product to fully air dry before continuing to use.

Products

HE5001 Small Hand Exerciser

The hand exerciser is great for reducing stress and stiffness, building muscle tone, increasing flexibility, developing stronger grip and increasing strength in the fingers, hand, and forearm. It may be used for hot or cold therapy and will not change form. Two sizes are available and are comfortable for all hand sizes. Product is sold by the single unit.

HE5005 Large Hand Exerciser

SW9001 Shoulder Wrap

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The shoulder products are perfect for the hard to treat contoured area of the shoulder, upper and lower arm, upper chest and upper back areas. The product is universal for left or right injuries. The user may perform a series of arm movements or excercises while wearing the shoulder product as it is totally flexible and held comfortably in place. The shoulder sleeves are easier to put on by oneself. Prosuct is sold by the single unit.

SW9004 Sm/Med Shoulder Sleeve

SW9005 Lg/Xlg Shoulder Sleeve

TM7001 Therapy Mitten

The therapy mitt is designed to provide aid in reducing swelling or stimulating blood flow to the hand and fingers. Helps restore flexibility and reduces stiffness. Product is sold by the single unit.

WR200 Hot/Cold Wrist Wrap

The wrist wrap is designed to offer therapy of the wrist or may be turned to address finger injuries. The product has a wide and narrow side in the design and can be rotated to fit desired need. In addition, users have reported this product as excellent therapy around the elbow. Product is sold by the single unit.

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