Actipoche Thermal Gel Cushion

What is Actipoche Coussin Thermique Gel used for?

Thermotherapy uses heat or cold as a simple lever to soothe pain and improve everyday comfort, especially when muscles pull or joints creak. Actipoche Coussin Thermique Gel follows this logic: it targets a precise area and offers a local action, like a "warm hand" that relaxes or a "cold breeze" that soothes. The product relies on an uncomplicated mechanical and thermal approach to musculoskeletal discomfort.

Heat acts like a little "local sunshine": it stimulates circulation, softens tissues and promotes muscle relaxation when the area remains stiff with no sign of inflammation. The body benefits from more fluid exchanges (oxygen, water, nutrients) and the sensation of tension diminishes, a little like a rubber band regaining its flexibility instead of remaining taut. This warm application is often used for stiffness, contractures, chronic pain and cold-related discomforts.

Cold, on the other hand, has a "pause" effect: it reduces blood flow, limits oedema and eases pain after shock or sudden stress. Cryotherapy is often used immediately after sprains, strains, hematomas, bruises and swelling, or for certain headaches, as the cold slows down the local reaction and reduces the pulsatile sensation. The approach remains purely thermal: the cushion contains no active medicinal ingredients, which limits exposure to undesirable effects linked to active substances (without active medicinal ingredients).

Actipoche Coussin Thermique Gelalternates between hot and cold depending on the context, like a comfort "switch" that adapts to the body's signals. Re-use enables a regular routine: the area benefits from local care as often as necessary, as long as the recommended durations and instructions are respected. This flexibility suits modern rhythms: seated work, repetitive gestures, sport, postural fatigue.

To complete a comprehensive treatment program, Actipoche Coussin Thermique can be easily integrated into a muscle recovery strategy: rest, hydration, gentle mobility and thermal alternation according to the situation.

Actipoche Coussin Thermique Gel relieves, soothes, relaxes, calms, decongests and improves local well-being through targeted thermal treatment, whether comforting heat or regulating coolness. It helps relieve muscular pain, stiffness, joint discomfort, bruising, bumps and swelling, with a simple logic: choose heat to "unlock" and choose cold to "deflate" and reduce pain.

We also offer Thermogel Coussin Réutilisable Tissu Confortable Chaud/Froid 10 x 26 cm, which provides an interesting alternative for varying formats and adapting thermotherapy to other areas, available at the best online price.

How to use this Heat Pain Relief Cushion?

Instructions for use

Hot:

1/Microwave heating:

• Place the thermal pouch flat in the center of the microwave oven. Make sure the edges of the pouch do not touch the sides of the oven.
• Set the oven to 600W and reheat for 30 seconds.
• Repeat up to 3 times to achieve the desired temperature. Between each operation, remove the pouch from the oven and knead it with your hands to distribute the temperature evenly.
• If the pouch is too hot, allow it to cool.
• Once the desired temperature has been reached, insert the pouch into its cover.
• Apply to painful area for 20-30 minutes.

2/Warming with hot water:

• Heat water in a container.
• Remove container from heat source.
• Immerse heat pack in hot water for 2 minutes.
• Remove bag from water and towel dry.
• Insert pouch into cover.
• Knead with hands to distribute heat.
• Apply to painful area for 20-30 minutes.

Cold:

• Place the pouch without its cover in the refrigerator for about 2 hours or in the freezer for 20 minutes.
• Insert the pouch in its cover and apply to the painful area for a maximum of 20 minutes.

Give your opinion on the Actipoche Coussin Thermique Gel instructions for use and dosage with our partner Avis Vérifiés after your purchase.

Precautions for use

• Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.
• Do not use beyond the expiration date indicated on the product.
• Do not use hot:
  • On bruises or bumps within 48 hours of injury (heat may aggravate swelling or bruising).
  • On oedema, inflamed areas or the abdomen of pregnant women.
  • In case of malignant tumor in the area to be treated.
  • In case of thermal sensitivity deficiency or in paraplegic patients.
• Do not use when cold:
  • In case of cold urticaria.
  • Hypersensitivity or allergy to cold.
  • Raynaud's disease.
  • In case of paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria.
  • Trigeminal nerve neuropathy.
  • In case of thermal sensitivity deficiency or in paraplegic patients.
• To avoid burns, do not apply directly to the skin: insert the thermal pad into the cover supplied before use.
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist if in doubt, and read the instructions carefully before use.
• Do not heat in a traditional oven or grill.
• Never exceed heating time.
• Stop heating if the pouch begins to inflate like a balloon: this indicates overheating and a risk of bursting.
• Allow to cool before removing.
• Overheating can damage the product and cause skin burns.
• Do not place in microwave oven.
• For external use only.
• Do not pierce or ingest.
• Never apply directly to hot or cold skin.
• Do not apply to damaged skin.
• Do not use with local analgesics.
• In the event of diabetes or vascular problems, seek advice from a healthcare professional before use.

What is the composition of this Reusable Cryotherapy Device?

Composition

• Gel based on : Propylene glycol - Sodium polyacrylate - Colorant - Water.
• Cover: 100% Polyester.
• Straps: 50% Polyester, 50% Latex.

Packaging

Box containing a gel pouch, cover and support straps, available at the best online price. Available in different sizes:

• small: 10*15
• medium: 11*27
• large: 20*30
• eyes: 8*24
• cervical: 24*40

Expert advice

In the dispensary, the team often advises a simple rule: choose cold just after a shock, then switch to heat when the area remains stiff with no marked signs of inflammation. This alternation resembles a "brake and accelerator pedal": cold soothes and limits swelling in the immediate aftermath, while heat relaxes and softens to promote greater mobility. A clear trend is also emerging on the usage side: more and more customers are combining a hot/cold cushion with their recovery routine (screen + posture, sport, standing), as they are looking for a local, reusable and easy-to-integrate solution.

FAQ
Is hot or cold best first?
Cold is best after a recent shock, especially one with swelling. Heat is more appropriate when the area remains stiff without inflammation.

How long does application last for comfort?
A hot application often lasts 20 to 30 minutes. A cold application is limited to a maximum of 20 minutes.

Can the cushion be placed directly on the skin?
It's best to use the cover supplied. This barrier reduces the risk of hot or cold burns.

How do I heat the Actipoche Coussin Chaud Froid?
For hot use, heat the Actipoche in the microwave according to the instructions provided, always checking the temperature before use to avoid burns.

How long does the Actipoche stay cold?
The duration of the cold effect varies according to the environment, but generally, the Actipoche provides cold relief for up to 30 minutes after being removed from the freezer.

Is the Actipoche washable?
Follow the manufacturer's specific care instructions. Generally, the outer cover can be cleaned to maintain the Actipoche's hygiene.