Ice Pack Vs. Ice Machine For Total Knee Replacement: What’s The Difference? Which One Do I Need?

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4 ай бұрын

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@marytesta3003 3 ай бұрын

A friend loaned her ice machine to me and then purchased one on Amazon. Best investment ever. I think surgeons should just add 200.00 dollars to their fee and send you home with one.

@dr.samanthasmith 3 ай бұрын

I totally agree!! It is so so helpful

@marytesta3003 3 ай бұрын

@@dr.samanthasmith It truthfully was better than pain meds. It was relaxing and soothing.

@JoanRuttle-King 17 күн бұрын

Love the videos and purchased your suggested items today to prepare for my husband's surgery!

@normapaschich6341 3 ай бұрын

We had a leftover wheeled walker (with a seat) that made it easy to hold and move the ice machine for both my husband (LTKR Nov 23) and me (RTKR Feb24). A movable platform. Easy to move from room to room or next to sink to empty and refill.

@dr.samanthasmith 3 ай бұрын

Genius idea!! I love that!

@user-fu6rn7td4o 3 ай бұрын

Thank u for taking the time to help us❤

@dr.samanthasmith 3 ай бұрын

My pleasure 😊

@x2malandy 3 ай бұрын

You are my WWW doctor. Thanks for all the info.

@dr.samanthasmith 3 ай бұрын

You are so welcome

@Teleman01 3 ай бұрын

On my first knee replacement in December I had an ice machine that my doctor let me use. It also provided compression. The next knee I will probably just get the regular ice machine.

@ramullen1 3 ай бұрын

The hospital gave me an ice machine (Breg) to take home. Stayed cold all night. I only used for 2 weeks.

@teresamichele4747 2 ай бұрын

The hospital sent one home with me however I haven’t been able to figure out how to use it? It’s not cold on the sleeve when I turn it on.

@dr.samanthasmith 2 ай бұрын

If it’s the polar active ice, you can call their customer service for help

@richberenson537 2 ай бұрын

Dr Sam Smith - Thanks for the video on ice machines vs Ice wrap. You did not mention ice machines that can provide compression. What are your thoughts on this topic?

@dr.samanthasmith 2 ай бұрын

If you can find an affordable one, I love the compression cooling wraps. The only issue is the incision during the first few weeks might be sensitive to the compression.

@pugburge2949 3 ай бұрын

Is there an ice pack you would recommend that is a little less bulky that can be used for travel?

@dr.samanthasmith 3 ай бұрын

This is a good one! It’s a little smaller. It stays really cold too. You can use code DRSAM10 for 10% off. www.polarproducts.com/polarshop/pc/Soft-Ice-Deluxe-Knee-Wrap-p146.htm

@JoanRuttle-King 17 күн бұрын

But one question, do you need to cover the knee with an ace under the wrap or is it ok to have it directly on the skin?

@dr.samanthasmith 16 күн бұрын

You’ll want to use a towel or sheet

@TheKimle 3 ай бұрын

I have Polar ice machine I wonder if I can buy a time to go with that Thanks

@dr.samanthasmith 3 ай бұрын

Yes! They do sell timers if yours doesn’t have one. Here is the link (use code DRSAM10 for 10% off! )www.polarproducts.com/polarshop/pc/Programmable-Timer-Temperature-Flow-Control-p557708.htm

@TheKimle 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Dr Samantha

@teresaspensley5640 16 күн бұрын

Ice machines are way too expensive. I’m 4 weeks and 3 days TKR and a pensioner.

@dr.samanthasmith 16 күн бұрын

They aren’t absolutely necessary but nice to have

@teresaspensley5640 16 күн бұрын

@@dr.samanthasmith we were having to go and get a new one every hour. When I took the old one off after that amount of time it was very hot🥲I live in England so not a hot country at all 😂