ice bag

n 1. a waterproof bag used as an ice pack 2. a strong bag, usually made of canvas and equipped with two handles, used for carrying blocks of ice

ice′ bag`

n. a waterproof bag filled with ice and applied to a part of the body, as to reduce pain or swelling. [1880–85]

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Noun

ice bag - a waterproof bag filled with ice: applied to the body (especially the head) to cool or reduce swellingice packbag - a flexible container with a single opening; "he stuffed his laundry into a large bag"

ice bag

n. See ice pack.

APPLICATION OF ICE MASSAGE

ice bag

A flexible, watertight bag with a sealable opening large enough to permit ice cubes or chipped ice to be added. It is used in any condition requiring local application of cold. In an emergency any sturdy, flexible plastic bag can be used, with the open end sealed by a knot. A simple ice pack can be made at home by mixing 3 cups of water and 1 cup of rubbing alcohol in a resealable plastic bag and placing the sealed mixture in the freezer for 8 to 12 hours. The solution will not freeze but will attain a gel-like consistency that molds to the body part on which it is used. Alternatively, a bag of frozen peas may be used as a conforming ice bag. The usual application time for an ice bag is alternating 10 min on, 20 min off.

CAUTION!

Dry ice should not be placed in an ice bag. illustrationSee also: bag

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Synonyms for ice bag

noun a waterproof bag filled with ice: applied to the body (especially the head) to cool or reduce swelling

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