{"product_id":"breg-polar-care-wave-cold-compression-therapy-system","title":"Breg Polar Care Wave® Cold Compression Therapy System Breg Polar Care Wave® Cold Compression Therapy Machine for Knee, Shoulder \u0026 Hip","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBreg Polar Care Wave®\u003c\/strong\u003e combines motorized cold therapy with active compression in a simple, compact system — making it ideal for both facility and home use. Easily transported from the hospital, physical therapy clinic, or athletic training room to the patient's home, the Polar Care Wave extends the benefits of cold and compression throughout the recovery journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to reduce pain and edema and optimize patient recovery, motorized cold therapy and compression devices like the Polar Care Wave have also been shown to decrease narcotic use post-operatively. \u003cem\u003eUnited States Federal Law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a medical professional.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #d0d0d0;margin:2em 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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. It is intended to be used by or on the order of licensed healthcare professionals in hospitals, outpatient clinics, athletic training settings, or home settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #d0d0d0;margin:2em 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle patient use facility-to-home unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemarkably easy to operate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo additional barrier needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIce bag accessory available for an easier way to refill system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCustomizable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVaried levels of cold + compression settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eY-adapter for bilateral usage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple pad configurations available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConvenient\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact design facilitates transport from facility to home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystem alone and system\/pad combos available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHose-management storage system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisper quiet pump technology encourages rest and recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProven\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality Breg Cold Compression Pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClass II 510(k) FDA clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #d0d0d0;margin:2em 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMust Medical Equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e serves Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, including Surrey, Langley, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, New Westminster, Tsawwassen, Ladner, Abbotsford, Mission, and Chilliwack. Visit our showroom or order online with local delivery available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #d0d0d0;margin:2em 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions — Breg Polar Care Wave® Cold Compression Therapy System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.faq-item { border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 0; }\n.faq-item summary { list-style: none; cursor: pointer; padding: 14px 0; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1rem; color: #0a1f44; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; }\n.faq-item summary::-webkit-details-marker { display: none; }\n.faq-item summary::after { content: '+'; font-size: 1.4rem; color: #e85d04; font-weight: 400; flex-shrink: 0; margin-left: 12px; }\n.faq-item[open] summary::after { content: '−'; }\n.faq-item p { margin: 0 0 14px 0; color: #444; line-height: 1.6; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e1. What is the Breg Polar Care Wave?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Breg Polar Care Wave is a motorized cold therapy and active compression system designed for post-surgical and acute injury recovery. It circulates cold water through a pad applied to the injured area while simultaneously delivering intermittent compression, helping to reduce pain, swelling, and edema more effectively than ice alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e2. How does cold compression therapy work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eCold compression therapy combines two proven recovery modalities: cryotherapy (cold) to reduce pain and inflammation, and pneumatic compression to reduce swelling and improve circulation. The Polar Care Wave delivers both simultaneously through a motorized pump and specialized pads, providing a more effective recovery experience than passive icing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e3. What conditions is the Polar Care Wave used for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Polar Care Wave is indicated for post-surgical recovery (knee, shoulder, hip, ankle, and other joint surgeries), acute sports injuries, sprains, strains, and any condition where cold and compression therapy are recommended by a healthcare professional to reduce edema, swelling, and pain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e4. Is the Polar Care Wave suitable for use after knee replacement surgery?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Cold compression therapy is one of the most commonly recommended post-operative treatments after knee replacement surgery. The Polar Care Wave helps manage pain and swelling during the critical early recovery period, and its facility-to-home design allows patients to continue treatment after discharge. Always follow your surgeon's specific post-operative instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e5. Can the Polar Care Wave be used after shoulder surgery?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Polar Care Wave is compatible with multiple pad configurations, including shoulder pads, making it suitable for post-surgical recovery after rotator cuff repair, shoulder replacement, labrum repair, and other shoulder procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e6. What does \"motorized cold therapy\" mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eMotorized cold therapy means the system uses a pump to continuously circulate cold water from a reservoir through the therapy pad, maintaining a consistent temperature throughout the treatment session. This is more effective than passive ice packs, which warm up quickly and require frequent replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e7. What is the Y-adapter for bilateral usage?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Y-adapter allows the Polar Care Wave to connect to two therapy pads simultaneously, enabling bilateral (both sides) cold compression treatment. This is useful for patients recovering from bilateral procedures or who require treatment on two areas at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e8. Is the Polar Care Wave easy to use at home?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Polar Care Wave is designed as a single patient use facility-to-home unit that is remarkably easy to operate. Patients can continue the same cold compression therapy at home that they received in the hospital or clinic, with no additional barrier required between the pad and the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e9. How quiet is the Polar Care Wave pump?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Polar Care Wave features whisper quiet pump technology specifically designed to minimize noise during operation, encouraging rest and recovery without disturbing sleep or daily activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e10. Can the cold and compression settings be adjusted?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Polar Care Wave offers varied levels of cold and compression settings, allowing healthcare professionals and patients to customize the therapy intensity to their comfort level and clinical requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e11. What pads are compatible with the Polar Care Wave?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Polar Care Wave is compatible with high-quality Breg Cold Compression Pads available in multiple configurations for different body areas including knee, shoulder, hip, ankle, back, and more. System alone and system\/pad combo options are available. Contact Must Medical Equipment for pad availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e12. Does the Polar Care Wave require a prescription?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. United States Federal Law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a medical professional. In Canada, contact Must Medical Equipment for guidance on purchasing requirements in BC. This device is intended to be used by or on the order of licensed healthcare professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e13. Has the Polar Care Wave been shown to reduce narcotic use after surgery?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Motorized cold therapy and compression devices like the Polar Care Wave have been shown in clinical studies to decrease narcotic use post-operatively, making them an important tool in multimodal pain management protocols after surgery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e14. What is the FDA clearance status of the Polar Care Wave?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Polar Care Wave holds Class II 510(k) FDA clearance, confirming it meets the safety and effectiveness standards required for medical devices in this category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e15. How is the Polar Care Wave transported from the hospital to home?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Polar Care Wave's compact design facilitates easy transport. Patients can take the unit home directly from the hospital, physical therapy clinic, or athletic training room, allowing uninterrupted cold compression therapy throughout the recovery process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e16. Is there an ice bag accessory available?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. An ice bag accessory is available for the Polar Care Wave, making it easier to refill the system with ice without the mess of handling loose ice. Contact Must Medical Equipment for accessory availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e17. How does the hose-management storage system work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Polar Care Wave includes a built-in hose-management storage system that keeps the connecting hoses organized and tangle-free during storage and transport, making the unit easier to use and maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e18. Is cold compression therapy covered by insurance in BC?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoverage for cold compression therapy devices varies by insurance plan. Some BC extended health insurance plans, WorkSafeBC, and ICBC programs may cover cold compression therapy units with a healthcare provider's recommendation. Contact your insurer to confirm eligibility. Must Medical Equipment can provide receipts and documentation to support your claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e19. How does the Polar Care Wave compare to a standard ice pack?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard ice packs provide passive cold therapy that warms up quickly, requires frequent replacement, and delivers no compression. The Polar Care Wave provides continuous motorized cold therapy at a consistent temperature combined with active compression, delivering significantly more effective pain and swelling management for post-surgical and acute injury recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e20. Where can I buy the Breg Polar Care Wave in Surrey or Vancouver?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eMust Medical Equipment carries the Breg Polar Care Wave Cold Compression Therapy System and serves Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, including Surrey, Langley, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Maple Ridge, Abbotsford, and Chilliwack. Order online with local delivery or visit our showroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Breg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42483160973394,"sku":null,"price":651.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0595\/8156\/2962\/files\/Breg_Polar_Care_Wave_Cold_Compression_Therapy_Machine_for_Knee_Shoulder_Hip_Must_Medical_Equipment4.png?v=1783037455","url":"https:\/\/mustmedical.ca\/products\/breg-polar-care-wave-cold-compression-therapy-system","provider":"Must Medical Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}