I've been using the Polar Care Wave on my recent knee replacement for about 6 weeks, at the recommendation of my surgeon, and it seems to have done well at reducing inflammation. The only problem is that the velcro closures have worn a spot where they grab the pad, and now they sometimes pop off during compression unless I put a hand on them and hold them in place. For $110 you would hope they would last longer.
I purchased this to be used with my Berg Ice and compression machine to help with heel pain post surgery. It has worked very well. It is easy to use and provides the cold and compression to help alleviate the pain.
I had left knee replacement then right knee 8 weeks later. I added the y connect so both knees could be iced if needed. My left knee recovery was quick, but the right knee took longer. It was wonderful to be able to ice one or both knees or to be able to “sandwich “ my right knee between the pads, depending on what was hurting and not have to wait for one then the other.
I purchased this model for Total Hip Replacement and it worked perfectly. Had minimal swelling and relieved pain during recovery. Definitely would recommend this model because of the addition of compression with the cold therapy. I love that I can control both options with or turn one option off completely while still using the other. Very well thought out. Decently quiet; both my husband and I could sleep comfortably with it on. I purchased the knee pad because I now need Knee replacement and this is helping ahead of surgery (3 months out) to reduce pain and swelling. A lifetime investment and worth every penny!!!
Glad I bought it. I had knee replacement surgery and the swelling after the surgery went down to my ankle and foot. This device allowed me to help remedy the issue.