Description
The Hydrocollator is essential for effective heat therapy.
Benefits of Hydrocollator heating units
- Provides deep heat therapy for pain relief with the Hydrocollator
- Improves blood circulation and relaxes muscles
- Reduces inflammation and swelling
- Promotes healing and tissue repair
Therapeutic value of Hydrocollator heating units
- Effective in treating various conditions such as arthritis, muscle strains, and sports injuries
- Enhances range of motion and flexibility
- Relieves muscle spasms and stiffness
- Complements other therapeutic interventions
Professional recommendations and guidelines
- Proper usage and temperature settings 145 -165 Degrees F
- Safety precautions and contraindications
- Integration into treatment plans for optimal results
- Consider incorporating them into the healthcare routine due to the benefits to patients, including adding on additional therapies to compliment Heat therapy.
The evidence behind the use of the hydrocollator is primarily concerned with achieving rapid heating of the tissue due to the more efficient transfer of energy through water as compared to air. There is some concern that hydrocollator treatment may be less effective with overweight or obese patients.
Heating methods are used commonly in patients with acute pain. It is recommended that heating pads be used at home on acute injuries for short term pain relief.
• Thermostatically controlled temperature
• Easy maintenance. Simple to fill and drain. No plumbing required.
• One-year warranty
• High quality stainless steel
• Thermostatically controlled temperature
• No plumbing required
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND BLIND STUDIES CAN BE FOUND HERE REGARDING HOT AND COLD THERAPY: Heat or Cold Packs for Neck and Back Strain: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Efficacy – Garra – 2010 – Academic Emergency Medicine – Wiley Online Library
| Mains Power | -110~120 V 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 1000W |
| Product Weight | 15 lb (7 kg) |
| Shipping Weight | 21 lb (8 kg) |
| Dimensions | 13″L x 8″W x 16″H (33 cm x 20 cm x 41 cm) |
| Electrical Safety Class | Class 1, Type B |
| Safety Tests | Conforms to UL 60601-1, certified to Can/CSA C222 No. 601.1 |
| Tank Capacity (approx. with HotPacs) | 3 gal (11 L) |
| Temperature Range | 160° – 165°F (71° – 74°C) |
| Thermal Cut-Out Temperature | 180° – 185°F (82° – 85°C) |
| Temperature Accuracy | +/- 10% |
| Heat Up Time to 160°F (71°C) | 2 Hrs |
| Cool Down Time from 160°F (71°C) | 1 Hrs |
| Fiberglass Insulation | No |
E-1 INFORMATION REGARDING HOW MANY GALLONS AND TEMPERATURE/HEATING TIME:
- 3 GALLON TANK
- TEMPERATURE RANGE – 160 – 165 F
- THERMAL OVER TEMP CUTOFF TEMP: 180-185
- TEMPERATURE ACCURACY: +/- 10%
- HEATING TIME: 2 HOURS
- COOL DOWN TIME FOR 160 DEGREES: 1 HOUR
- FIBERGLASS INSULATION: NO
