Re: Pain Relief Patches

ALRATIBA · ‎07-15-2016

My first experience with the patches was back in 11/2019 when I was in the hospital for 3 days after a rather bad fall. They applied them to my lower back.

After release doc said to continue to use lidocaine patches and when I asked which brand he said it didn’t matter, So I tried different brands and found no difference in results.

ScrapHappy · ‎03-28-2010

I have back issues and tried Salonpas. Didn't really help. I think a Rx strength pain patch would work.

wagirl · ‎03-09-2010

I've been using the voltaren gel for my sore shoulder----works really great after about 4 uses. can use a couple times a day and no funky smell after it is rubbed in. About $20 per 3.35 oz--I get it as a subscription from AMZ. I leave it on my hands as well --have neuropathy and stiffness---put a hand cream over top--works really well.

BornToShop · ‎03-10-2010

@Mindy D @CelticCrafter Thank you for your concern, I did go to a doctor. Bruising only thank goodness. It helped that I was carrying a few extra COVID lbs, lol! It doesn't bother me all the time, only if I sleep on it wrong or lift something heavy. I appreciate all the input as I try out some of the brand suggestions!

Sage04 · ‎07-10-2011

@violann wrote:
Can pain relief patches be cut with scissors?

I have ONE finger joint which off and on limits my ability to practice my musical instrument as I want to.

I only need a strip about 1" x 1 1/2" or so. I could easily cut a larger patch to fit but don't want to waste the part I've cut away.

Any thoughts?

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Yes, they can be cut. Cut it before you remove the protective plastic and put the rest back into the package. I do this when I don't need the entire patch.

Tinkrbl44 · ‎08-23-2010

@violann wrote:
Can pain relief patches be cut with scissors?

I have ONE finger joint which off and on limits my ability to practice my musical instrument as I want to.

I only need a strip about 1" x 1 1/2" or so. I could easily cut a larger patch to fit but don't want to waste the part I've cut away.

Any thoughts?

@violann

Yes, you can cut patches into smaller pieces before removing backing to apply. I do it all the time and it doesn't affect the pain relieving quality of the patch.

Tinkrbl44 · ‎08-23-2010

@skatting44 wrote:

Before buying check :

There are some patches that include camphor, menthol and methyl salicylate

There are Lidocaine patches at almost any drug store

There are prescription stregnth Lidocaine patches that a Doctor can prescribe

Many creams for muscle pain include Capsaicin or camphor & menthol and methyl salicyl or Lidociane or Voltaren ( arthritis medicine )

@BornToShop @skatting44

Okay, I can speak to this, as I've pretty much tried everything out there.

First, the camphor & menthol create a "sensation", but do not relieve pain. Honestly. I find them both smelly and useless.

I also stay away from capsacin because I don't think putting heat on something that's inflamed and sore is helpful, and may even make things worse.

I rely on 4% lidocaine patches or the Salonpas roll on which is the best applicator, IMO. No wasted product on your hands and you can hit the exact area with the roll on. Aspercreme spray is also good.

I have even tried the Coralite 4% lidocaine patches found at the 99 Cents store, and they work pretty good, comparable to Aspercreme and Salonpas. Yes, really ... the dollar store.

There's another thing I haven't seen mentioned here .... Pain Relief patches from body align dot com. Yes, they are pricey, but I have found that one pain patch can work for up to 5 days, and stay on while showering. This patch is "100% frequency based and designed to provide the body with biological cues that signal specific cellular behavior. Patches work for all ages without any drugs or negative side effects". It's a different concept, but people who suffer from chronic pain might find they provide great relief. I use them in instances when my pain level is higher and I need to bring in the heavy artillery.

Happy to answer any questions about my own experiences with these products.

skatting44 · ‎07-26-2019

@Tinkrbl44

Okay, thanks for sharing. By the way I wasn't the one asking abt needing something for pain relief. I was only pointing out to the original poster that there are different kinds of patches as they do not all contain Lidocaine . My Mother used to use the Lidocaine ones and she by mistake bought the camphor & menthol & methyl salicyl ones that did not help her at all.

Tinkrbl44 · ‎08-23-2010

@skatting44 wrote:
@Tinkrbl44
Okay, thanks for sharing. By the way I wasn't the one asking abt needing something for pain relief. I was only pointing out to the original poster that there are different kinds of patches as they do not all contain Lidocaine . My Mother used to use the Lidocaine ones and she by mistake bought the camphor & menthol & methyl salicyl ones that did not help her at all.

@skatting44

I know. I added you to my response as a courtesy because I used your earlier response. I was too lazy to write in the various ingredients highlighted. It was just faster & easier to copy your post and go from there.

BornToShop · ‎03-10-2010

@Tinkrbl44 Just checked out that website, wow! Even sleep patches! I am doing more research on this website but I'm willing to give it a try. You get what you pay for, thank you for the FYI!