can you heat the gel packs by putting them in boiling water or in a oven?
66789
Yes. It says that you can put them in the microwave. I don't recommend this item however, as I said in my review. It is so uncomfortable. You'd be better off getting a really long, thin sock and just putting a hot/cold compress in that. That's what I do now.
66790
No, they're not strong enough for boiling water (which would heat them too hot to be safe for use anyway) and would melt in a conventional oven. Try microwaving in 30 second intervals until they're as warm as you want them.
66791
I am not sure about how you heat them. I would need to ask my mother as she is the one that I bought the FaceCaddy for. I do know that she absolutely loves it though and it has been such a life saver for her. I am pretty confident that you can heat them in the microwave. You could also call the number on the website and ask or facebook chat. I have done both and he is just delightful and so helpful! Hope this helps!!
949318
I have never thought of using these in an oven. I do not think they can handle that kind of heat, and I wouldn't risk it.
302674
I put it into my medela microwave steam bags. you can boil them as well. hope this helps!
1544907
In the microwave. The directions for the length of time for heating are on the gel packs themselves.
1630873
You need A LOT of water to rinse these before cooking/heating up. Might be able to rinse and reseal them in plain water..but would be heavy in backpack compared to freeze-dried.
2124645
After you use the handwarmer, you simply boil them in water.They return to the "gel" state and are ready to re-use, once they cool to the touch.
96519
YES, you can take things out of the oven,no heat or steam flashes. You can drain things,such as noodles, with no steam burns . They are wonderful, I like them better than the original ones.
442458
i guess the other way you can heat up your wrap is on low temperature,wrap in foil in oven....
80793
Oh, yes. I usually run water over them til they're wet and then attach them to the pan. If that isn't done, I'd assume they would just char in the oven.
1953182
The packs are the heating element. You can use them until they get damaged. Just make sure to follow the instructions so you do not over heat them. I have not had any issues with mine.
1240661
I don't think you can cook in them or put them in an oven. I was even afraid to put them in the dish washer as I use hot water cycle but they survived that. These are more of serveware than cookware!
1368806
Yes! You can boil these. If you are concerned about them melting, you may want to bring your water to a good rolling boil then throw them into to the pot and put a top on it. Turn off the heat and let it sit there for about 10 minutes. Then take them out with a pair of tongs and let air dry on a clean towel. I hope this helps! :)
1544908
Hi, here's exactly what the directions on the McDavid gel packs say: "Bring water to a boil, remove pan from heat. Place gel pack in water 8-10 min. Do not apply directly to skin. Wrap gel pack in cloth." For microwave use: place gel pack in a microwave-safe bowl with water in it, then heat for 2 min. Again, wrap gel pack with cloth before applying to skin." Hope this helps!
805579
Yes, you can use it as a heat pack, and microwaving is fine. Detailed instructions are printed on the front of the gel pack itself, so you can't go wrong if youfollow them as directed.
1893891
I would recommend microwaving them, but I personally put them in hot water and it works great.
2150454
I have never tried heating the wrap in the oven. You may want to contact the manufacturer. In the meantime, I would advise against placing the wrap in the oven as I suspect the beads on the inside of the wrap are meant to respond the near instantaneous and intense heat of the the microwave.
1222777
If it has crystalized, yes you have to boil it. Some of mine were crystalized when I first opened the box. Once you've boiled it and the gel inside is liquid again, there is a little metal disk inside that you push to turn the disk inside out. That's what activates it. Best of luck to you! I hope you get more use out of yours than I got out of mine.