Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System

Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Compression Therapy System

The Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System is part of the third generation of cold compression system products that deliver cold therapy through anatomic wraps while also providing compression.

The Breg Polar Care Wave cold therapy system is a motorized cold therapy machine housed in a simple, quiet, and compact unit with various anatomic pads such as knee, hip, shoulder, ankle, universal, and back. The Breg Polar Care Wave cold therapy system combines motorized cold therapy with active compression in a simple and compact system, making it ideal for facility and home use. The Breg Polar Care Wave cold therapy system is easily transported from the hospital, physical therapy clinic, or athletic training room to the patient’s home, extending the benefits of cold and compression. 

This is the highest-end cold therapy product on the market in its price category. A comparable system you should google is "Gameready" to best understand the value you are receiving with this cold therapy unit. Gameready is a great device and nearly 10x the cost. The Breg Polar Care Wave cold therapy system delivers a great value for the clinical benefit. 

If you are a patient having bilateral total knee arthroplasty, consider a y-connector and a second knee pad so you can ice both knees at the same time. 

The Breg Polar Care Wave Cold System is intended to treat post-surgical and acute injuries to reduce edema, swelling, and pain where cold and compression are indicated. 

Instructions for Use (IFU)

Warranty: Manufacturers warranty is 6 months on the cooler and pads. 

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United States Federal Law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a medical professional. 

 

It is intended to be used by or on the order of licensed healthcare professionals in hospitals, outpatient clinics, athletic training settings, or home settings.

SIZING CHART FOR BREG POLAR CARE WAVE COLD THERAPY SYSTEM

TYPE	MINIMUM CIRCUMFERENCE	MAXIMUM CIRCUMFERENCE	DIMENSION	STRAP LENGTH	APPLICATION VIDEO
Standard Knee	8″Thigh	27″ Thigh	16″ x 12″	11″	Knee Pad
Large Knee	16″ thigh	30.5″ thigh	16″ x 17.5″	14.5″ and 11.5″	Knee Pad
Shoulder	40″ shoulder 12″ bicep	50″ shoulder 20″ bicep	15″ x 13″	34″ shoulder 9.5″ bicep	Shoulder Pad
Foot/Ankle	9″ ankle 7″ foot	16″ ankle 12″ foot	17″ x 12″	N/A	Foot/Ankle
Back	32.5″ waist	53″ waist	13.5″ x 14.5″	21″ on each side	Back Pad
Hip	33″ waist 8″ thigh	53″ waist 31″ thigh	16″ x 12″	20″ each (2 straps) 25″	Hip Pad
Universal	8″ knee 31″ chest/shoulder	47″ thigh 49″ chest/shoulder 20″ bicep/calf	13″ x 12.5″	41″,39″,9″	Universal Shoulder Universal Knee

 

Features and Benefits of the Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System

Simple

• Single patient use facility-to-home unit

• Remarkably easy to operate

• No additional barrier needed

• Ice bag accessory available for an easier way to refill system

Customizable

• Varied levels of cold + compression settings

• Y-adapter for bilateral usage

• Multiple pad configurations

Convenient

• The compact design facilitates transport

• The system alone and system/pad combos available

• Hose-management storage system

• Whisper quiet pump technology encourages rest and recovery

Proven

• High-quality Cold Compression Pads and replacement parts (Shoulder, Back / Spine, Knee, Hip, Universal 

• Class II 510(k) clearance

Adjustable compression therapy settings: Regular, Low and Off

Regular = 50 mmHg average peak compression
Low = 25 mmHg average peak compression

Adjustable cold therapy settings: Regular, Low and Off

Colder ≥ 45°F average operating temperature of the pad
Cold ≥ 50°F average operating temperature of the pad

Sizing Chart

Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System Part Numbers

Part #	Description
100577-000	Breg Polar Care Wave
Combo Units:
100578-000	Breg Polar Care Wave Combo Cold Compression Knee
100579-000	Breg Polar Care Wave Combo Cold Compression Shoulder
100580-000	Breg Polar Care Wave Combo Cold Compression Universal
Pads:
C00016	Breg Cold Compression Pad, Universal
C00017	Breg Cold Compression Knee Pad
C00003	Breg Cold Compression Knee Pad, Large
C00004	Breg Cold Compression Shoulder Pad
C00020	Breg Cold Compression Back Pad
C00005	Breg Cold Compression Foot/Ankle Pad
C00013	Breg Cold Compression Hip Pad
Accessories:
100576-000	Breg Polar Care Wave Knee Y Adapter
100582-000	Breg Ice Bags (kit of 12)
C00015	Breg Carrying Bag
100584-000	Breg Polar Care Wave Replacement Power Supply

 

Instructions for Use

 

¹ Waterman et al: Efficacy of combined cryotherapy and compression compared with cryotherapy alone. The Journal of Knee Surgery, Vol 25, No. 2, 2012.

HCPCS CODING

 

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Third Party Reimbursement: The purchaser shall be solely responsible for: (i) determining if, and under what circumstance, it can seek third party reimbursement for the product(s); (ii) obtaining, as necessary, third party payer pre-authorizations for the product(s) and (iii) any and all coding, billing, coverage, medical necessity or documentation requirements, and collections of payment from third party payers or patients. Breg accepts no responsibility whatsoever in this regard, nor does Breg make any claims, promises, or guarantees as to the availability of reimbursement for any Breg product.

E1399 or E0218

Breg Polar Care Wave: Product Overview

Complete Overview

The Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy and Compression Unit: A Complete Review

Since as far back as 3500 BC, healthcare professionals have used ice in the care of traumatic injuries–taking advantage of its unique ability to reduce pain and swelling in trauma-affected areas.

The science behind the innovative Breg Polar Care Wave draws not only on this exalted history of ice in healthcare but also on the extensive body of contemporary research into cold therapy. Except this nifty machine goes one step further: it takes cold treatment out of the clinic and into a home setting.

Are you looking for at-home cold therapy? We explore the pros and cons of the Breg Polar Care Wave in the article below.

Doctors and physiotherapists often advise cold therapy to relieve the pain associated with sports injuries, certain surgeries, or the onset of a chronic pain episode.

Breg's cold therapy units regulate the flow of ice-cold water into a pad that a clinician or patient can apply to the treatment area. Sure, you could simply fill a rubber water bottle with ice, but that won’t provide the consistently chilled water you need to see long-lasting benefits.

The difference with an innovative machine like the Breg Polar Wave Care System lies in the combination of cold therapy and compression and the fact that it’s designed for home use. The addition of a compression pad helps treat surgical or acute injury symptoms like pain, edema, and swelling. Not only can this hospital-grade unit be used by healthcare professionals, but it can also be used by athletes in training situations and by patients at home.

So what's included in this product? Some crucial Breg Polar Care Wave product features to take note of include:

• Cooler with tubing, lid, and air pump
• Cold-compression pad
• Power supply
• Simple usage system
• Handle for portability

The compressions pads that come with the unit offer multiple configurations to suit any body type or injury position.

Who Is the Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System Meant For?

If you’re stuck on the couch or in a hospital bed nursing an injury or recovering from surgery, then Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System is a likely treatment for you. In fact, your physician has probably already suggested icing the area in question. It’s a proven therapy method used by health practitioners the world over.

The Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System is helpful in all medical settings, from large, busy city hospitals and rehabilitation clinics to small private clinics with just a handful of therapists. But where it really shines is at home. Due to the unit’s ease of use and portable design, it can be carried to and set up almost anywhere–taking Netflix and chill to a whole new level.

Given the pad configurations available, this versatile Breg cold therapy system is best suited to use on the knees or shoulders. Still, patients could adapt it for ankle, foot, hip, or back injuries if needed.

How To Use the Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System

Any good review of the Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System wouldn’t be complete without a how-to. Although this machine is so easy to use, it doesn’t need much explanation.

The basic steps are:

• Fill the cooler with ice and water
• Attach the hose to the cooler
• Snap-lock the hose to the compression pad
• Wrap the pad around your body part
• Adjust the level of cold and compression

Once you press start, you’ll feel pressure at regular intervals along with therapeutic cold from the ice water constantly flowing through the pad.

If you’re a visual learner, watch this 10-minute-long video to see the Breg Polar Care Wave in action.

Like most cold therapy units, the Breg Polar Care Wave needs to be plugged into the wall to work. And remember, don’t exceed the recommended time limits for cold therapy from your physician. It could result in tissue damage. For these reasons, experts do not advise using cold therapy pads while sleeping.

Pro-tip: If you’re worried about falling asleep while using a Breg cold therapy machine, hook it up to a timer, such as those used for decorative string lights.

How To Maintain the Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System

To clean your Breg Polar Wave Care Cold Therapy System, fill the cooler with water and a teaspoon of bleach. Securely connect the hose to the pad and run the machine for a complete cycle. Once finished, turn the device off and disconnect the plug from the wall.

Before taking the hose off the pad, roll the pad up to squeeze out any excess water. There’s even a simple storage system for the hose included with the unit.

If you want to keep the exterior, tubes, and pads of your Polar Care Wave looking new, wipe them down regularly with dish soap and water and a soft cloth. Never submerge the unit in water as only the interior of the cooler is waterproof.

Benefits of Using the Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System

The benefits of cold water therapy are well documented by the medical community.

Cold therapy works to reduce inflammation and swelling in your muscles by lowering the damaged tissue’s temperature. In turn, this also helps to relieve spasms and cramping.

If you’re looking to improve your circulation, cold therapy might be of benefit, too. It may increase blood flow to vital organs, especially if you use it in combination with a healthy diet and regular exercise. Studies have shown that it may even boost a sluggish metabolism.

The manufacturer has ensured the benefits of the Breg Polar Care Wave live up to the unit’s reputation and purchase price.

A few benefits that stand out from the crowd include:

• Just a few simple variable settings
• Easy to assemble and pack away
• Use with ice cubes or Breg ice bags
• Compact with handle for easy transport
• Whisper quiet pump technology

The Polar Wave Care is also far cleaner than melting ice packs or leaking gel packs and saves you multiple trips to the freezer–which in turn helps you get a bit more rest.

Are There Any Good Alternatives?

As a leading manufacturer of cold-therapy products, Breg has a wide range of units to suit any budget, ailment, and area of the body.

The Breg Polar Care Cube and Breg Polar Care Kodiak are the handiest of Breg’s take-anywhere cold therapy systems. The Breg Polar Care Kodiak is battery-powered and offer patients between 6 to 10 hours of continuous use–at home, at the sports club, in school health centers, and more. Use these products with an insulation barrier between the pad and the skin.

So what’s the difference between these premium products and the Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System? It’s the only Breg unit that offers the mutual benefits of compression and cold therapy all in one portable package.

Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System: FAQs

We frequently field questions from curious customers or those prescribed a cold therapy unit by their healthcare provider. Typically, they want to know how cold therapy works and how it can benefit their unique medical situation.

Is Breg Cold Compression Therapy Useful For Me?

Your Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Therapy System was prescribed to you for treatment following surgery or physical injury. That’s because cold therapy reduces swelling, edema, and pain in the problem areas–especially in combination with compression as offered by the Polar Wave Care unit. Use it to help you recover faster.

Is a Cold Therapy Unit Worth the Money?

Cold therapy has been proven to help control pain, diminish inflammation, and get the joints moving again. Numerous clinical studies show that patients get even more significant benefits when cold therapy is combined with compression.

A system like Polar Care Wave, which combines cold therapy with compression in one easy-to-use, portable unit, can speed up recovery time. Think of it as an investment in your journey back to good health.

Best of all, all cold therapy products sold by Ortho Bracing have a minimum 30-day warranty.

Will My Insurance Cover a Cold Therapy Unit?

In most instances, insurance policies do not cover cold therapy and compression machines like Polar Care Wave. But it’s always worth checking with your insurance provider.

How Long Should I Use a Cold Therapy System For?

Before taking your Polar Care Wave or any cold therapy units home, ask your healthcare provider for detailed usage instructions. This includes how often and long to use it for, the level of pressure and water temperature, and how to inspect your skin for damage.

Breg Polar Care Wave Pads, Y-Connector, and Power Supply: Accessories

From Breg ice bags (which are much easier to use than ice cubes) to the innovative Y-Adaptor for bilateral total knee replacement surgeries, Breg has you covered when it comes to getting the most out of your new Polar Care Wave.

And while the Polar Care Wave comes with the Breg universal cold compression pad, Breg also offers an entire family of pads to meet individual treatment needs. Depending on your injury’s location, you can get specialized knee, hip, back, and shoulder pads tailored to that body part’s specific contours.

Compression and Cold Therapy Combined

Cold therapy is a proven way to reduce pain and swelling, improve metabolism, and heal the body after surgery or injury. The therapy is favored by many people, from professional athletes and sports coaches to busy stay-at-home moms. As you’ve seen in this Breg Polar Care Wave review, the Breg Polar Care Wave not only offers all the benefits of cold therapy but also combines it with clinically helpful compression for more impactful pain treatment.

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For more resources on how to pick the right cold therapy unit for you, read on:

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