MED PRIDE Instant Cold Pack First Aid Kit Ice Pack for Injuries and Pain Relief, No Freezer Needed, 5in X 6in (6 Count (Pack of 1) Clear)

I purchased these cold packs for an overseas trip I took in Feb/March. I was on a tour with 34 other people and there was a lot of walking. I have knee and ankle issues and wore braces while out and about, but I still needed to ice in the evenings. These ice packs did the trick. The cold didn't last as long as I'd like, but it was enough to help keep my knees and ankles from swelling and helped with the strain/pain. When I cracked the first one open, it took a lot of strength and I was worried I'd break it wide open - but it didn't and thus I figured out how to best get the cold activated. These were certainly worth the cost and I'll buy them again and use them when I travel the next time (especially if there will be a lot of walking).

I bought these again after running out and no matter how hard I try they will not release to become cold! we have them on board our fire trucks and little league games and they have always worked well but this batch will not "pop!" and supply the ice pack! not happy at all.this is new unopened box, bought this month!

These packs have served their intended purpose well here. Used for a broken wrist for after stretching or if accidentally bumped or overworked it. They're good size, enough to lay around adult wrist while sitting. Convenient, I can throw a few in the car. Reasonable for less than $1 each. Enough in the box I have enough to pack a few for outdoor activities just in case. Easy to activate, just squeeze & pop the middle, but not so easy they accidentally activate in transport or storage & waste. Last around 15-20 minutes, but that's about all that's needed for a quick fix. Does not feel as cold as ice in an ice pack, at least for very long. Probably not the best choice for sustained cold needs or more severe issues, but easy to carry & store until needed & a heck of a lot better than having nothing.

I had one similar to this in my first aid kit, and used it when a friend of mine rolled his ankle playing sports. It was great, super cold, and lasted a decent amount of time. So I got this in hopes it’d be the same and to replace the kit. To test it I tried one and timed it. It stayed cold for 12 minutes and was chill for another 5ish minutes. However, it didn’t get as cold as I had hoped, like as cold as an ice pack. It was cold, but not cold enough to help with an inflamed injury, like a strained ankle, which is most likely what it would be used for being a volleyball player. Therefore in terms of pain relief, it would lack, but at least it could provide small some comfort when injured. Other than this, it was great in size and portability.

I've purchased two boxes of these now (wife with 3 broken ribs from an accident). The first box, the packs could be broken by folding every time. Never had an issue, but did have to squeeze hard and in the right spot to break the inside packs. The second box, I opened when my wife was in pain and needed a pack very quickly. I go to grab one of the new ones, squeeze it, and it wouldn't break. Could not get it to squeeze that little pack that's supposed to break inside. Tried a 2nd one, also would not break on folding! A 3rd one. Same! I was very frustrated because my wife was in pain, and in that moment, I threw 2 of the packs flat against the floor. I go to pick it up to toss in the trash, and THEY'RE BOTH COLD! Turns out that was just perfect to break the packs inside. Now, I throw em against the floor every time (make sure they land flat). You can relieve a little frustration stress without having to squeeze really hard! Definitely recommend because they are convenient, don't perspire like freezer ones, and, now with knowing I can toss them around to open them, are kinda fun!