Short Description
Breg Polar Care Wave System is intended to treat post-surgical and acute injuries to reduce edema, swelling, and pain where cold and compression are indicated.
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Breg Polar Care Wave combines motorized cold therapy with active compression in a simple and compact system, making it ideal for facility and home use. Polar Care Wave is easily transported from the hospital, physical therapy clinic or athletic training room to the single patient’s home, extending the benefits of cold and compression. The Wave provides simple, customizable cold and compression, and convenience in your own home.
The Polar Care Wave system is designed to reduce edema, swelling, and pain to optimize patient recovery. Simply add ice and water to the cooler, and customize the desired compression level to begin 6-8 hours of compression and cold treatment. Motorized, adjustable cold therapy and compression devices like Polar Care Wave have been shown to decrease narcotic use post-operatively. Ideal for use in hospitals, outpatient clinics, athletic training settings, and home settings.
FREE Wave Ice Bag kit included with purchase - $30 value
Breg Polar Care Wave Features:
- Single patient use facility-to-home unit
- Easy to operate
- No additional barrier needed between the skin and pad
- Ice bag accessory available for an easier way to refill system
- Varied levels of cold + compression settings available for customized treatment
- Multiple pad configurations available - See Size & Fit tab for sizing chart and measurement/fit help
- High-quality Breg cold compression pads available for every part of the body
- Single patient use; non-returnable - Click to see our Polar Care Wave return policy
Benefits You'll Experience:
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
- Compact design facilitates transport
- System alone and system/pad combos available
- Hose-management storage system
- Whisper quiet pump technology encourages rest and recovery
Proven
- High-quality Breg Cold Compression Pads
- 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
Recommended Manufacturer HCPC: E0218
Please carefully read before purchasing this product:
I will read and carefully follow the manufacturer's directions provided with the cold compression therapy unit. It is intended to be used by or on the acceptance of licensed healthcare professionals in hospitals, outpatient clinics, athletic training settings, or home settings.I understand that I will assume all responsibility for the use/misuse of this cold therapy machine. Any/all mechanical issues will be covered under the manufacturer warranty (6 months).
I will contact my physician immediately in the case of any untoward reactions caused by use of this unit. Please contact your doctor if you are diabetic or have Raynaud's phenomenon. Federal law restricts this cold therapy product to sale by or on the order of a medical professional. I understand that DME-Direct.com is only a distributor and in no way assumes responsibility for any injury it may cause due to malfunction, misuse, inappropriate application, or other reason. By clicking "Add to Cart" you certify that the above statement(s) is/are true.
The Breg Polar Care Wave is indicated for post-surgical and acute injuries to reduce edema, swelling, and pain where cold and compression are indicated.
Sizing Chart:
For Standard vs Large Knee Pad measure your thigh circumference 6" above your kneecap
TYPE | MINIMUM CIRCUMFERENCE |
MAXIMUM CIRCUMFERENCE |
DIMENSION | STRAP LENGTH |
---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Knee | 8″ thigh | 27″ thigh | 16″ x 12″ | 11″ |
Large Knee | 16″ thigh | 30.5″ thigh | 16″ x 17.5″ | 14.5″ and 11.5″ |
Shoulder | 40″ shoulder 12″ bicep |
50″ shoulder 20″ bicep |
15″ x 13″ | 34″ shoulder 9.5″ bicep |
Foot/Ankle | 9″ ankle 7″ foot |
16″ ankle 12″ foot |
17″ x 12″ | N/A |
Back | 32.5″ waist | 53″ waist | 13.5″ x 14.5″ | 21″ on each side |
Hip | 33″ waist 8″ thigh |
53″ waist 31″ thigh |
16″ x 12″ | 20″ each (2 straps) 25″ |
Universal | 8″ knee 31″ chest/shoulder |
47″ thigh 49″ chest/shoulder 20″ bicep/calf |
13″ x 12.5″ | 41″,39″,9″ |
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Polar Care Wave
Experience was very good. Easy ordering on-line, quick delivery. Easy to understand instructions, easy set up. Included ice packs to keep water cold and reduce need for ice cubes. Easy application of shoulder pad and seems to have helped to reduce post op pain as compared to my husband’s previous shoulder surgery. Has ;ascended the need for pain meds. So far, very satisfied with product and experience.

Stops working periodically
Sometimes it will stop circulating. Motor may be going out after only two weeks use. It will be a bit noisy, then quiet while running, then stop completely?? We have to turn off and back on to get it going. Pads need to be tight on knee to transmit cold, but that can be painful immediately after surgery, thus might not be as effective as frozen gel packs. Compression option added expense, but we did not use after surgery.

Helped with recovery
The Breg Polar Care Wave was wonderful. It was used the day of knee surgery and the cold with the compression immediately made knee feel more comfortable. It was easy to assemble , easy to use and quiet. The surgeon said on the follow up visit that the knee recovered faster with less swelling than anticipated.

Outstanding cold and pressure
I was immensely surprised how fantastic this was cooling and applying pressure.

A must for post-op recovery
I cannot say enough about having this machine for post-op recovery. I recently had shoulder surgery and was referred to a company to rent a similar machine and was angry that I’d have to pay $250 for two weeks because my insurance wouldn’t cover, even though I would still need at least another 12 weeks of PT. I found DME and their price was still considerably better to outright purchase the machine and have it for another surgery that I’ll need for my other shoulder. I ordered it on Tuesday night, had surgery on Thursday and had the machine by Saturday afternoon. It was super easy for my husband to set up for me and as I got better tolerance moving around a bit, I was still able to get to pad on and get the machine going. I used ice packs instead of ice which made it easy to keep the water nice and cold. The compression has been amazing in keeping post-op swelling down and its helped minimize the pain I feel which cut down the need for taking pain medication as often. I highly recommend this machine and will look to purchasing additional accessories. Their customer service was also great because I was concerned how long it would take for me to get the machine since I had to wait so long to hear back from the medical rental company before I decided to order it. I called Wednesday morning, to follow up and they were able to confirm my order was already going out that day with me receiving tracking by Wednesday afternoon.

Better than the Game Ready
I was looking for something with great compression and ice that would stay cold for a really long time without me having to walk to my freezer (on my very swollen knee) to replace ice constantly. The Polar Care Wave is fantastic. It's super quiet with great compression and the ice bags kept it cold. I used the machine with the articulated knee sleeve (just for reference).
Bret Wave
The cold works very well. I am having some trouble with compression. Have tried everything in book. Will try help from Breg. Good value for price.

Just tried it once and like it.
Surgery has not happened yet. Surgeon says buy it and bring it to hospital. He will have it working when I wake up.

Great product
Easy to use and no doubt will improve recovery process after total knee replacement 👍👍👍

Super Cold
I purchased this for a future knee replacement. I tried it out to see how it works and it was amazing. Super super cold. My Doctor recommended that I get this to help with my recovery. So glad he told me about it.
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