Making an Ice Pack at Home

By Rod Brouhard, About.com Guide

Updated November 10, 2009

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There are many kinds of chemical cold packs available for first aid kits, but they can be expensive and only last for a short time. Make a pack at home using ice, but remember not to put ice directly on skin.

To make an ice pack with items from home, you'll need:

• ice
• a sealable plastic bag
• a towel or pillow case

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• How to Make an Ice Pack
• Put Ice in the Bag
• Keep Something Between the Ice and the Skin
• Wrap the Ice Pack
• Use the Ice Pack

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