Description
The HydraHeat Hot Packs bring moist heat therapy to the treatment table without the terry covers, laundry, and leaking seams of conventional hot packs. A non-porous polymer skin keeps each pack hygienic between patients, and the pliable fill settles over the neck, back, and joints for even contact. Four clinic sizes cover everything from a cervical contour to a full oversize back placement.
- Non-Porous Polymer Skin – the sealed surface resists bacteria growth and wipes clean between patients, supporting clinic infection-control routines.
- No Terry Cover Needed – a towel or pillowcase is the only barrier required, so setup takes seconds and laundry loads shrink.
- SureSeam Construction – the sealed seams help prevent the bursting and leaking that end the life of conventional packs.
- Four Treatment Sizes – cervical, standard, oversize, and universal shapes match the pack to the body area being treated.
Moist Heat Packs That Stay Clinic-Ready
Moist heat is a rehab staple for easing muscle spasm, stiffness, and joint pain before exercise or manual therapy. These packs heat in any commercial heating unit and are used across the 120 to 140 degree Fahrenheit treatment range, adjusted to patient tolerance. The polymer skin will not absorb water or odors, so the pack that treats the first patient of the day is as clean as the last after a simple wipe down. Because no terry cover is required, therapists skip a step at every setup and avoid the cost of replacing worn covers. For a busy physical therapy clinic running back-to-back heat treatments, that adds up to faster room turnover and a pack that stays in service longer.
Features and Benefits
Pack Design
- Pliable Fill – the pack molds to the treatment area, holding close contact on curved surfaces like the neck and shoulder.
- Non-Latex Construction – the packs are not made with natural rubber latex, simplifying use across a mixed patient population.
- Heats in Any Unit – the packs are compatible with all commercial heating units, including HydraTherm, Chattanooga, Whitehall, and Performa models.
Hygiene and Handling
- Wipe-Clean Surface – the non-porous skin can be disinfected between patients instead of laundered, cutting turnaround time.
- No Direct Skin Contact – a towel or pillowcase barrier protects the patient, per the manufacturer’s instructions for use.
Product Specifications
Sizes and Fit
- Neck Contour Cervical: 17 in x 11 in (HP-1711-CX).
- Standard: 12 in x 10 in (HP-1210-ST).
- Oversize: 17 in x 13 in (HP-1713-OS).
- Universal: 19 in x 5 in (HP-1905-UN).
Use and Care
- Treatment Range: 120 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit, adjusted to patient tolerance.
- Barrier: towel or pillowcase between the pack and the skin. Do not place the pack directly on skin.
- Heating: heat in a commercial moist heat unit only. Do not microwave.
- Warranty: one-year manufacturer warranty.
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Why Clinics Switch to Sealed Moist Heat Packs
Conventional hot packs absorb water, harbor odor, and eventually split at the seams, usually mid-clinic day. A sealed polymer pack removes the absorb-and-launder cycle entirely, so hygiene stops depending on laundry timing. The four-shape range means one pack system covers cervical, standard, oversize, and extremity work without mixing brands.
- Faster Patient Turnover – wipe, reheat, and reuse replaces wash, dry, and restock, keeping heat therapy on schedule.
- Lower Cost Per Treatment – no terry covers to buy or replace and no packs lost to seam failures.
- Consistent Heat Delivery – the pliable fill and full sizing range hold even contact, so patients get the intended thermal dose.
- One System, Four Shapes – a single pack family covers the whole clinic, simplifying reordering and staff training.
Manuals and Troubleshooting Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Do these hot packs need a terry cover?
No. The manufacturer’s instructions call for a towel or pillowcase as the barrier between the pack and the skin, and no terry cover is required.
How are the packs cleaned between patients?
The non-porous polymer skin resists bacteria growth and wipes clean, so a simple wipe down between patients replaces the laundering that conventional packs need.
Which heating units can heat these packs?
They work in all commercial heating units, including HydraTherm, Chattanooga, Whitehall, and Performa models.
What temperature range are the packs used at?
The treatment range is 120 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit, and the clinician adjusts the temperature to each patient’s tolerance.
Can the packs go in a microwave?
No. The instructions for use state the packs are heated in a commercial heating unit and must not be microwaved.
What warranty covers the packs?
The manufacturer documents a one-year warranty on the HydraHeat Hot Packs.
