However, it is highly recommended to apply cold therapy or ice packs for the first 24 to 48 hours to manage swelling and discomfort.

Please ensure the product has reached room temperature before switching between heating and freezing. cold pack for neck shoulders and back is very comfortable to wear with the soft velvety side, and as it warms up can then switch the other side when you want it colder. Nerve compression : It happens when the nerves in the neck become pinched or compressed because of bone spurs or herniated discs. It is acknowledge that most neck pain is caused by activities that involve repeated or prolonged movements of the neck. Ice pack for neck shoulders back can relieve cervical fatigue, can also relieve neck pain,shoulders surgery pain, back pain etc.In general, brief periods of cold therapy can help relieve pain and remove inflammation and can help relaxing muscle spasm due to the reaction from pain and swelling. Ice packs are very safe and have few contraindications, however, some individuals are not able to tolerate cold therapy.

It is advisable to have 2 of the same types of hot/cold therapy packs available for consistency of application to increase effectiveness. When your injury starts to feel numb, you should remove the cold or ice pack regardless of how long you have been icing the injury.I would definitely recommend this for anyone who suffered from migraines at the base of your skull that radiate in to your neck.