The hydrocollator pack is a canvas bag containing a silicone gel paste which absorbs an amount of water equal to ten times its weight. These are placed in water at 180[d]F and following absorption they can be used for 20 minutes. Special heating baths are also available.They provide up to 30 minutes of deep, moist heat. Easy-to-use, immerse in Hydrocollator Heating Unit, then remove and wrap in terry cover and toweling and apply to treatment area. Reusable and Microwavable.
Moist heat (a hydrocollator) works well for muscular spasm or tightness. Warm whirlpools and paraffin baths are excellent for joint stiffness and serve to increase mobility.