# K123829: Portable Therapeutix Squid Active Cold Compression Device and Cold Pack

- Pathway: 510(k) (Traditional)
- Applicant: Portable Therapeutix, LLC
- Decided: Apr 3, 2013 after 112 days
- Product code: IRP (Massager, Powered Inflatable Tube)
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 890.5650
- Recalls of this device: none
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
Longest line of descent: 1 generation back to K030437 (2003). 2 ancestors in all.
2 later devices descend from it; 1 cites it directly.
0 of 5 devices in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- K030437: Relaxor Perfect Touch Air Massaging System, Salton, Inc. (2003) Summary page 1.
- K112479: DSJ Massager, Mego Afek AC, Ltd. (2011)

## Most influential descendants
- K133483: Portable Therapeutix Squid Active Cold Compression Device and Cold Pack for Otc Use (2014), 1 descendant of its own
- K230524: Cold Compression Wrap Pro (2024), 0 descendants of its own

## Indications for use
The Squid Active Cold Compression device and Cold Pack is indicated for the temporary relief of minor muscle aches and pains. The compression device is indicated for temporary increase in circulation of the treated areas in people who are in good health, and simulates kneeding and stroking of tissues using an inflatable garment. The cold pack is indicated for localized therapy in situations where a physician determines that cold temperature therapy is necessary or desirable.

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K123829
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology