Heat Uses, Directions and Precautions
Heating up the Thermal ball will increase its temperature to 104 – 112 degrees F(similar to a hot tub). This will cause a relaxation effect by increasing circulation and blood flow to an area.
TIP: This is an excellent choice for use after a long day of computer use. Heat the ball before you leave for home and place them behind your back while driving in your car and secure them in place with the BackStrap™.
Directions: completely submerge the Thermal ball in a rigid bowl and microwave for 30 second increments until desired hotness is achieved (approximately 2 minutes total).
Balls and Bowl Ball in Microwave
Make sure you remove the thermal ball from the water using tongs to prevent burning.
Ball in Bowl
You should be able to comfortably hold the ball in your hand. Placing the ball in the BackStrap will provide another layer of protection from your skin, but be sure to check your skin and remove the ball if excessive redness or pain is present.
Holding the Ball

Repetitive heating or freezing of the Thermal ball will cause plastic fatigue of the casing and can compromise the valve seal within months of use Careful inspection of the seal is required after every use especially when using the Thermal ball for contrast uses (cycling between hot, ambient and cold uses in one session of use over repetitive days).

Extreme care must be taken for hot applications with aging Thermal ball to prevent burning. Reorder the Thermal balls whenever the encasement seems too pliant or elastic. If in doubt, retire the Thermal ball from hot uses and only use for cold therapy.

Contrast Uses (alternating between hot and cold Thermal balls)

Avoid using the same ball. With two different Thermal balls heat one and freeze on as directed above. Start and end by applying the cold Thermal Ball for approximately 3-5 minutes to an area reducing the blood flow. Then quickly switch to the heated Thermal ball to open up the blood vessels and refresh the area with nutrients. This technique is commonly used in athletic training rooms help speed recovery from athletic injuries like sprains and strains and bruising.

Care Tips

The BackStrap: Hand wash or place in a lingerie (mesh) bag and wash on a gentle cycle, line dry.

Thermal Balls: Wipe the ball with a dampened towel with witch-hazel, alcohol or place them in the dishwasher on the top rack.

Myofascial balls: Wipe with a damp soapy cloth.
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