Hemorrwedge Hemorrhoid Ice Pack for Relief & Cooling Support – Twin Gel Pack with Hygienic Case – Reusable Cold Therapy for Hemorrhoids, Swelling, Postpartum & Discomfort – Water-Based Gel

These are very effective, especially for the use of external hemorrhoids (my experience). I recommend having two sets of these (four total gels), particularly because, for me anyways, ten minutes of application and they aren’t cold anymore. And I’ll use between 2 to 4 of these gels during a one hour period, depending on time available.The way I use them: I put a gel into a Zip Lock bag (90 Snack size), which is about half-size of a regular sandwich bag, and then apply to the affected area. Leave for 10 or 15 minutes and then apply another if you so choose. I don’t recommend using any kind of cream during this application. Because the gel simply won’t stay put. Otherwise these gels will stay where you put them which is right up against the affected area. And I think the baggie used is a lot more sanitary and can be used again during this one hour period.It goes without saying, but use after doing your business and a shower. For me, I may use a cream especially formulated for Hemorroids, at night when going to bed (the only time I use the cream) and then in the morning it’s there when doing ‘your business’. Shower, using cold water on the affected area, and then apply the gels depending on time available.My advice (when you’re having this hemorrhoid issue), and if you drink coffee in the morning to start your day, consider showering after the coffee. And then apply the gels. In any case, I highly recommend these gels as a very effective treatment after a difficult ‘movement’, surgery of some kind (hernia, etc.), if you don’t or can’t have surgery on the affected area, and hemorrhoids in general.Edit: After reading some reviews I have further comments. Some have complained that the cover "just sits there". You must snap the cover shut at each end. You will hear a snap if done right. Some have complained about the product developing a "pinhole" or "leak". This may be developed if you use the same product continuously over a long period of time. My advise is to buy more than one set (I have four) and rotate their use over time. Further, don't sit upright with all your weight above the affected area. Sit in a chair like a La-Z-Boy which you can adjust so your weight is more evenly distributed. Or a bed with pillows behind your back.If you use this product correctly, and take care of the product, you will be happy with the results (as most of the reviewers are). This product is the best thing out there for relief as well as 'shrinkage' of the affected area.

Full discloser, I’ve only been using these for two days so far. (I’ll try to update in a week).So to start with, I will say that I am an extremely obese person. So if you are thinner, this may not be your experience.The package I received came with both ice packs intact, mine didn’t have holes or anything like that.The container is ok, not the greatest, a little hard to snap shut, but it is really helpful because of where these ice packs end up, good to keep them separate from the food while in the freezer. For extra security you might want to also put them in a ziplock. But I do like the container, despite its faults.The form factor is perfect for my body. I experience no sharp edges like others have experienced. I am thinking maybe that is because I have more skin/fat in the area. They are extremely comfortable.I use them while laying down. I have heard of them breaking or bursting in other reviews so I will try to be careful not to sit on them. But so far so good. I’ve been using them several times over two days without any problems.Another thing I noticed people complaining about is that it doesn’t stay cold that long. I’d like to point out that between the butt is probably one of the warmest areas of your body. Even a typical ice cube would melt pretty quickly in there.These stay cold for me about 15 minutes. And honestly that is just right. It’s usually said to use ice between 10-20 minutes at a time. So this is the perfect length.It feels so very good on the hemorrhoids that you will probably want to leave it on even longer. Luckily this is a pack of two. So if you wanted a few extra minutes you can.I use one at a time for about 15 minutes, maybe 5-7 times throughout the day. The part that touches is a soft blue gel like feeling. So it feels really comfortable and painless. (For me at least).In a single day I noticed a reduction in hem size. Not a huge reduction, but some, so I am pleased. I really cannot say enough good things about these so far.I will try to update soon. Thank you for making this product!

The media could not be loaded. Out of all the things I've used creams, sprays, suppositories, cushions this little ice pack works wonders. The only downside is it has a somewhat Sharp seam that goes around it that I wish was a little bit more dull or softer. The material feels like it's vinyl and the inside of it seems to be some kind of gel that gets cold. It does not last long maybe 10 to 15 minutes tops so I see why people say to buy more than one two pack. But honestly has given me the best relief out of everything. cold therapy is the way to go and this is the best way to address a flare up. I don't recommend using any ointment or cream when applying the pack maybe a little bit so it doesn't stick to your skin but it can get too slippery and slide out or move in a way that is uncomfortable. You have to sit on it you cannot lay on your side because it will not stay put so this isn't recommended for when you're laying down especially if you sleep on your side.