When I was offered the chance to test out a sample of Arctic Ease, I jumped at the chance to see what it was all about.
So what is it? What do they do?
“Arctic Ease® wraps are a two-in-one solution, that provide cryotherapy and compression. Cryotherapy and compression help by reducing pain and swelling, whether from arthritis, muscle pains, strains, sprains, repetitive motion injuries, or bruises.” (Arcticeasewrap.com)
Check to a few of the above! I’ve had some shin and lower leg muscle discomfort the past few months and frequently use ice to treat it. Ice is great but not always convenient. Ice can be messy and ice can be “too cold” after about 20 minutes. I also frequently wear compression socks. These wraps are designed to be a two in one. I was curious to give them a try.
They are ready to use right out of the jar. No need to refrigerate or prep. Simply unroll and wrap onto the aching area. They easily wrap around elbows, ankles and knees. They feel cool (not cold) and wet upon unrolling. It sticks onto itself with a little friction.
Do they work?
There is nice soothing feeling of coolness and compression. It stayed cool for about an hour and I like the compression. Once I put on a pair of compression socks over top and this was great for muscle relief. It is completely odorless and I didn’t mind it being on at all while I continued to do things around the house. I have reused it several times (4-8 is recommended) and after that it loses it’s effectiveness. I did feel a lessening in the muscle aches in my lower legs and believe this is a nice option for times when ice is not available or practical.
Pro’s of Arctic Ease:
-Cooling Cryotherapy & compression all in one
-No refrigeration required (however you can for extra cold)
-Odorless, non-toxic, no adhesive, latex free
-Re-usable (4-8 times)
-Made in the USA
-Can be used during exercise
-Portable
-Reasonably priced $10-15 available at most drug stores & online
Cons’s of Arctic Ease:
-Not as cold as ice
-If you put too much water in it can become slimey (1-2 tsp is rec.)
Overall:
I think Arctic Ease is a great product to have in a gym bag, sports bag, on a hike, bike ride or any endurance event where muscle fatigue and strain may occur. Ice is not always available and these can be used on demand as needed. I enjoyed the combo of compression and coolness and did feel relief on my shin.
Arctic Ease has generously offered to provide my Moms Run This Town Ragnar team a few samples to take along with us during the race. I know we will certainly be taking advantage of them and will be glad to have them in our stash.
Disclaimer: I was given samples of Arctic Ease in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own. I’m sharing the love..
Arctic Ease is also offering a free sample to one of you. Enter below for your chance to test it out for yourself
Have you ever tried Arctic Ease? Do your regularly use ice to treat muscle aches?
I have not tried the wrap, but I think I have tried one of their patches. The wrap sounds like a great idea!!
It’s good to have just in case. Thanks for entering
Hey!
I’ve actually never seen this, and it looks super clever!
I haven’t used ice in forever–that’s a GOOD thing–but having awesome ice packs around is always a good idea!
Have a great day, do something crazy!
It is good to have around you never know! I’m going on a group run then to STaples for school supplies-not too crazy 🙂
I’d never seen this before. It definitely sounds convenient for things like travel where you can’t easily use ice.
Absolutely it would be great to have in a gym bag or race bag for sure
No. I have never tried Artic Ease… but this would have been a LIFE SAVER when I was training for my first marathon wtih my foot injury! 🙂
It’s great to have along you never know what might pop up
Those look like they would really come in handy after a long run for me!
Absolutely! That’s when I used them
Interesting! Looks like a product definitely worth trying out!
They are interesting and different. Thanks for entering
this is really interesting! i may have to check it out 🙂
They are different and great to have along in a gym bag just in case 🙂
I have used something similar and thought they were great for the reasons above.
Thanks for entering and we will have them along on our Ragnar team just in case!
I this for my ankle right about now!
Ha you might have to get on stat!
Looks really neat – thanks for reviewing this Deborah!
It is an interesting item to have in your arsenal just in case
Yes! I tried it when it first (?) came out a few years ago. Pretty neat product.
Did you like it? It’s great to have around in case
I haven’t tried these but they sound great for my Achilles tendonitis.
I think it would be! Thanks for entering 🙂
I haven’t tried this product but I am wandering as my training expands and my runs longer if I would benefit from something like that. Looks like a great product to have in the running bag!
It is great to have around-you never know 🙂
I haven’t tried them, but they sound great! If only they created something like this for back injuries…
Hmm no sure if it would work on the back. hope your feeling better.
I have not used Artic Ease but I could definitely use one right now! My ankle is bothering me for some reason and that looks heavenly!
oh no hate when that happens. Thanks for entering
I have not tried arctic ease. Being that I frequently ice my foot with a clunky ice pack, this would be a good investment.
Thanks for entering! It is great to have around
I have not tried it but would love the opportunity to do so. Ice packs don’t conform to the shape of my ankle so something that was built for that would be great.
You’re right sometimes they don’t! Thanks for entering & good luck
I don’t think I have, but there are a few times I sure wish I had had this product with my achy knees!
It’s a great thing to have around just in case. Thanks for entering 🙂