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Ossur Cold Rush Therapy System W Universal Pad
Last Updated: January 28, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.8
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Total Reviews
168
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33
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Comfort
47shoulder, knee, pain, universal pad, knee replacement surgery
+85%
-15%
" ... I would recommend this product to anyone who is having shoulder surgery. ... "
" ... Used every day after knee replacement surgery. ... "
" ... Someone told me to get a machine like this for my shoulder surgery and I am so glad I did. ... "
" ... I purchased this before my rotator cuff surgery. ... "
" ... Works as advertised and overall am pleased with it, Not much to say after that, I bought the knee pad accessory, which IMO is not needed. ... "
" ... Bought for my husband after shoulder replacement surgery. ... "
" ... We started using it right after surgery every 2hours for 30 minutes, And all the way through therapy. ... "
" ... I use the universal pad for surgery on hamstring. ... "
Freezer
23packs, cold, water, knee, frozen
+83%
-17%
" ... We used the frozen water bottles that I read about in other reviews which made replacement of the ice much easier and less mess. ... I'm so glad I have my ice machine. ... "
" ... We have ice packs galore: the large hard ones that the hospital supplied, and multiple ColPac pads. ... The initial settings and the fresh ice were enough to numb my knee. ... "
" ... Used frozen water bottles, instead of ice and made it so much easier. ... "
" ... I advise anyone with any future joint surgeries ahead of you or injuries needing ice to get this item. ... "
" ... Freeze thin Tupperware containers for ice and stock up. ... "
" ... It was so much better than using ice packs, and easier to use. ... "
" ... If you need an ice machine for injuries or post surgery this is very good. ... "
" ... the knee we tried to do with just ice packs. ... Instead of putting ice in it though the doctor recommended frozen bottles of water. ... Eliminates packing the container back and forth emptying the thawed ice. ... "
Product Reliability
19months, worked, used, surgery, knee
+63%
-37%
" ... Easy to use, portable, and kept up well for the three months I have used it ... "
" ... So far so good, used for about 3 weeks after THR. ... "
" ... Had my knee replaced June 1st and it worked perfect! ... "
" ... Worked great for 4 months and was stored for 2 months. ... "
" ... I had total knee replacement surgery almost 3 weeks ago. ... "
" ... I'm having my other knee done in a few months. ... "
" ... I would also probably still be in crutches: I was off in three weeks versus the originally estimated eleven weeks. ... "
" ... Used for 7 weeks after the surgery! ... "
Build Quality
17velcro straps, velcro, universal pad, skin, joint
+41%
-59%
" ... The other issue is the outer layer of the pad that the velcro attaches to that has already started peeling off. ... The outer layer pulling away is the biggest issue and that will shorten the useful life of the pad, the other issues are suggestions for how the product could be improved upon. ... "
" ... Main issue is difficulty getting cover to open - it would be nice to have a lever or even a finger hold to provide more leverage. ... "
" ... It eventually broke after six or seven years. ... I only wish it came with more pads that are specific to different body parts. ... "
" ... However, the pad had to be replaced after ONE week, due to falling apart and leaking. ... "
" ... I did not use the provided velcro straps. ... "
" ... And then they include these ridiculous Velcro wraps to try to keep it on. ... "
" ... The cover on the outside of the pad is pulling away from the water part underneath from the Velcro straps used to hold the pad in place. ... "
" ... I had trouble with the strap sticking together, and I could barely pull them apart. ... "
Cooling
16cooling, gets, cold rush, quiet, pad
+94%
-6%
" ... Nice and quiet and gets very cold. ... "
" ... I purchased Cold Rush after recommendation from a friend. ... "
" ... Gets cold fast and stays cold a long time ... "
" ... Works great for maintaining cold temperatures for inflammation ... "
" ... This would be a great addition that I would be willing to pay for to get the better cooling of the repaired area. ... "
" ... Machine is fairly quiet and keeps the pad cool. ... "
" ... Cold lasted a long time (5-6 hours) without refilling. ... "
" ... Excellent cooling and no leaks. ... "
Ease of Use
12easy, well, use, simple, quiet
+100%
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... It’s size makes it easy to transport and store. ... "
" ... Easy to use ... "
" ... Easy to use, portable, and kept up well for the three months I have used it ... "
" ... Very simple to use and very effective. ... "
" ... I got a folding cart to go with it to make refills easier. ... "
" ... So easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use and good quality ... "
Storage
12frozen, frozen water bottles, bottles of water, water bottles, oz
+83%
-17%
" ... Good to be able to fit 4 bottles of water into unit. ... "
" ... Had no problems at all I did order the larger ice pack pad and it fit around my knee perfect. ... "
" ... (You can fit 3 water bottles in at a time.) ... "
" ... Those were fine during the day, but once my wonderful husband came to bed, there was no way for me to get to the freezer on the ground floor. ... "
" ... It was so easy to simply change out frozen water bottles to reduce swelling and get wonderful relief. ... "
" ... Eliminates packing the container back and forth emptying the thawed ice. ... "
" ... Way better than these gel pack you need to constantly run back and forth to the fridge. ... "
" ... It’s size makes it easy to transport and store. ... "
Price
7worth every penny, worth, machine, price, get
+71%
-29%
" ... This machine is worth every penny. ... It’s worth the extra money. ... "
" ... For the price paid this should definitely not be happening! ... "
" ... Worth the money/investment. ... "
" ... He didn't think he would need it, but now says it was worth every penny. ... "
" ... This machine is worth every penny I spent! ... "
Fit
7universal pad, pad, velcro, apart, water
+29%
-71%
" ... And then they include these ridiculous Velcro wraps to try to keep it on. ... "
" ... The other issue is the outer layer of the pad that the velcro attaches to that has already started peeling off. ... "
" ... However, the pad had to be replaced after ONE week, due to falling apart and leaking. ... "
" ... The universal pad I received with my order started to fall apart after one weeks usage. ... "
" ... I did not use the provided velcro straps. ... "
Returns
6would, second, return, replacement, full
+33%
-67%
" ... If I could I would return it but I threw out the box. ... "
" ... I need to use it otherwise I would return it. ... "
" ... Oh, I also ordered an extra pad and never got it, and never got my refund. ... "
" ... There is no way to repair or replace the leaky part. ... "
Capacity
5would, room, move, friends, easy
+100%
" ... I am sure family and friends will be borrowing as well. ... "
" ... I would definitely recommend it to family and friends. ... "
" ... It is also quiet and compact enough to move from room to room as needed. ... "
" ... Durable and easy ro carry if you want to move it from room to room. ... "
" ... Like that we can buy replacement pads in different configurations as it has a waiting list in our family. ... "
Sound Quality
5worked, use, months, 7
+60%
-40%
" ... This item is completely quiet. ... "
Water Usage
5bottles, would, leaking, way, water bottles
+60%
-40%
" ... Much neater and you don't have to waste all that water. ... "
" ... If it came with a chiller and only water needed to be added, it would be almost perfect. ... "
" ... I used a total of 9, 17oz water bottles. ... (You can fit 3 water bottles in at a time.) ... I would circulate the bottles usually using 6 water bottles a day. ... This makes it harder to change the water, and harder to clean. ... "
Cleaning
5makes, make, feel, emptying, easier
+60%
-40%
" ... it make my knee feel a whole lot better and it’s easy to clean. ... "
" ... It should last for years with proper care, cleaning and storage. ... "
" ... This makes it harder to change the water, and harder to clean. ... "
Size
5portable, easy, well, used, room
+100%
" ... Very good quality - and universal pad perfect for both our knees. ... "
" ... It is very quiet and portable. ... "
" ... It’s size makes it easy to transport and store. ... "
" ... Easy to use, portable, and kept up well for the three months I have used it ... "
" ... Durable and easy ro carry if you want to move it from room to room. ... "
Sleep Tracking
4night, helped, bottles
+100%
" ... After a long day at work it helped with swelling and provided a better night sleep. ... "
" ... It was the only thing that helped me sleep at night. ... "
" ... 5 solid hours of sleep, and then a few more. ... "
" ... I use it along with cold gel.pads .Before trying to sleep in the Lazy boy I replenish the ice water bottles and when I get up in the middle of the night I change them for new frozen bottles. ... "
Band
4velcro straps, velcro, rotator cuff, could
-100%
" ... Just trying to put one of these straps on is enough to tear your rotator cuff again. ... "
" ... If I attach the velcro straps it peels off more. ... "
" ... I had trouble with the strap sticking together, and I could barely pull them apart. ... "
" ... I did not use the provided velcro straps. ... "
Water Resistance
3able, pad, would, way, velcro straps
+67%
-33%
" ... If it came with a chiller and only water needed to be added, it would be almost perfect. ... "
" ... Good to be able to fit 4 bottles of water into unit. ... "
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