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I don't remember the brand. It was a gift and came from Amazon. It was really convenient to have it close by the bed. I could use it several times before the tank got too warm and the water had to be changed. I bought a rolling shelf to sit on so I could pull it towards me or push it away as needed. Even so, it was never as effective at cooling as the I e pack from the freezer. It didn't get cold enough. The best ice pack is the large kind they use at physical therapy. Get them to show you what to buy. They sold me one from their own stock. I still use it and love it. Good luck!
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Sure! My orthopedic surgeon recommended 2 types: ones that circulate ice water, and ones that circulate ice water and can do compression at the same time. For the first type, there were a few options that you can find for purchase on Amazon. The ice water circulation + compression type machine, which is the one I used, is the GRPRO 2.1 from Game Ready and you lease the machine by the week.
The GRPRO is a bit more expensive (around $150/wk), but the results are worth it. I had minimal swelling overall, and any swelling after doing my exercises is resolved with a couple cycles on the GRPRO. The part that wraps around your knee is also larger than the ice water-only machines, covering mid-thigh to mid-calf, and provides better, more even/consistent icing.
Hope that helps!