Frequently Asked Questions... and Answers

Q. What is the Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack?
A. The Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack is the most comfortable and convenient method of applying warm and cool therapy to a woman's breast. Warm and cool therapy is proven to be one of the best ways to relieve breast pain caused by conditions such as surgical healing, mastitis, plugged milk ducts, engorgement. For nursing mothers, it also assists with increasing milk flow to your child.

The greatest benefit of the Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack is that it is specially designed to contour to the shape of a woman's breast. It comfortably fits inside a bra or can be placed on the breast without a bra.

Q. Who can benefit from using the Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack?
A. Women experiencing breast pain and tenderness associated with breastfeeding, mastitis, engorgement, breast cancer surgery, breast augmentation procedure, breast reduction procedure and PMS. The Breast Gel Pack promotes better breast milk flow for mothers-to-be and mothers who have just given birth.

Q. When should I use the Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack?
A. Thermalform® warm/cool therapy can be used anytime breast pain is experienced.

For nursing mothers: Use the Breast Gel Pack prior to and/or during breastfeeding to promote better breast milk flow and encourage milk production. It opens milk pathways, helping you lactate easier and deliver breast milk longer.

Always use in accordance with advice from your medical professional.

For surgery patients: When recovering from breast cancer surgery, breast augmentation or breast reduction procedures, use the Breast Gel Pack with your doctor's instructions for warm and cool therapy.

Always use in accordance with advice from your medical professional.

Q. What are the long-term benefits?
A. The Breast Gel Pack provides natural benefits to women with varying needs:

Breastfeeding mothers: As a direct result of breastfeeding, your children receive the long-term benefit of better health.The benefits of breastfeeding are many. The longer a mother breastfeeds, the more these benefits are enhanced. The Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack ensures healthy, pain-free breastfeeding for many years.

Surgery recovery: Recovering from breast augmentation/reduction or cancer-related breast surgery can be extremely painful. The Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack was designed specifically to the shape of a woman's breast to ensure quick and comfortable relief from pain. Research has also shown that warm and cold therapy can speed the overall healing process.

Q. Are there different sizes for different-sized breasts?
A. The Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack was designed to fit most breast sizes. It is the most versatile breast gel pack available.

Q. How do I clean the Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack?
A. The hypoallergenic, latex-free, medical-grade PVC vinyl should be gently hand washed with mild soap, rinsed thoroughly with warm water, and dried with a soft cloth.

Q. How do I cool the Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack?
A. Place the pack in the refrigerator for a minimum of 1 hour, or store it in the freezer so it is always ready to use. To achieve deeper and more effective cooling for mastitis or swollen breasts, place the pack in the freezer for at least 2 hours. Apply to the breasts for 15-30 minutes for relief. This can be repeated as needed. To rechill, repeat as directed above.

Q. How do I warm the Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack?
A. Place the room-temperature Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack in the microwave and heat on high for 30-second intervals. DO NOT heat the Breast Gel Pack for longer than 30 seconds at a time. The temperature of the pack can rise to burn levels if heated longer.

Before applying to the breast, test the pack on the back of the hand to ensure a comfortable temperature.

To reheat the pack, place it in the microwave and heat in 10-second intervals, testing the pack after each interval for the desired temperature.

Q. How long do I apply the Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack on my breasts?
A. That depends on your need and whether you are using it for cool or warm therapy. Follow the direction of your doctor or other professional health-care provider.

Q. How should I use the Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack?
A. It is important to always place a paper towel or a light cloth between the Breast Gel Pack and the skin to avoid burning or irritating the skin.

Q. Where can I find this product?
A. The Thermalform® Breast Gel Pack will be available from this website and select retailers nationwide.