Back pain patch is a health care product for external use. Widely used for orthopedic problems, back and joint discomfort, inflammation and injuries. The effectiveness and safety of the transdermal therapy system have been confirmed by numerous studies and patient reviews.
The dosage form is convenient in that it is glued to the skin, ensuring slow and quantitative penetration of medical substances through the dermis directly into the blood vessels. Pain relief patches do not cause side effects on the body's system and environment, have few contraindications and are easy to use.
Mechanism of action and general effectiveness
The modern world, with its constant hustle and bustle, does not allow to carry out a full course of treatment at home or in the hospital. Children, work, relatives and friends, pets - all this requires tireless attention, not leaving time for yourself.
But when back pain becomes unbearable and pain medications no longer work, a new treatment is needed. At the same time, it is desirable that it does not take much time, is easy to use, works well and brings healing effects. All these properties are present in the pain relief patch.
The mechanism of action of the transdermal system is based on the controlled release of medical substances and their continuous penetration into the patient's body without causing injury. At the same time, a constant concentration of the medicinal substance is maintained in the blood, close to the average therapeutic level.
The back pain relief patch is quite effective when used long term and has the following effects:
- reduces inflammation and pain;
- improves microcirculation;
- eliminate swelling;
- stimulates metabolism.
In addition, the therapeutic patch is also effective in dealing with muscle spasms caused by nervous or physical stress, trauma, bruises or depending on the weather. The transdermal system can be used on any part of the back, as well as treating neck pain.
Types of patches to treat back pain
Today there is a huge selection of different therapeutic patches for the back and joints. They can be systematized according to their composition and method of action on the diseased area. Depending on these factors, all external agents are divided into several groups.
Patch to keep your back warm
The purpose of these pain relief patches is to increase blood flow to the affected area. Due to active microcirculation, metabolism improves, the process of eliminating metabolic products is accelerated, pain and inflammation disappear.
The most popular types of adhesive plasters with a warming effect:
- Pepper. Inexpensive and quite effective. It is applied directly to the skin, it should be applied for 1-2 days, but if discomfort appears, you can remove it earlier;
- Ketonal thermometer. A more active product, which provides good pain relief and muscle relaxation. Consists of water, metal powder and activated carbon.
Do not use the warming patch if you have a skin condition or are allergic to the ingredients. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before use.
Reflective patch on the back
Pain relief patches in this group contain rare earth metal nano powders, which can increase local temperature at the inflammation site. This is the most natural and safest type of transdermal system. They work on the body's own resources, reflecting the heat emitted from the human body. They have almost no contraindications.
Such patches are applied to both the skin and clothing above the affected area. An example of such a product is TTS Nanoplast's forte.
Back patch helps reduce inflammation and pain
The main active ingredient of the transdermal anesthetic system is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent.
Patches in this group are effective in relieving pain in any part of the back. Depending on the composition, they are divided into two types:
- NSAID-based products. They block the production of prostaglandins, which increase the body's sensitivity to pain. Prominent representatives of this type of patch are Ketonal, Ketotop and Voltaren;
- Anesthesia system. They contain novocaine or lidocaine and many other ingredients that help accelerate the regeneration of soft tissue and cartilage. An example of such products is Versatis.
Anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving patches should be applied only at the time when discomfort becomes worse and for no more than 14 days.
Chinese herbal back patch
This group of transdermal systems is represented by all types of patches produced in China according to alternative medicine formulations. Although in our country they are classified as cosmetics, many consumers still note their powerful anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
The composition of the Chinese patch is rich in medicinal herbs, essential oils and other organic ingredients that help improve blood circulation and reduce swelling. You can use the product for more than 2 weeks, but it is best to combine it with medicine, massage and physical therapy.
Back orthopedic patch
Transdermal patches of this type are indispensable for diseases of the spine and joints. They help relieve the suffering of patients with radiculitis, osteoarthritis and low back pain, while also reducing tension in muscles and ligaments. Great treatment for back injuries and bruises.
Review of effective back patches
Each group of transdermal patches contains the safest and most effective products. Take a look at them below.
The back patch has chondroprotectors
Not so long ago, patches with cartilage protectors appeared on pharmacy shelves.
The product is a transparent polymer sheet measuring 3x3 cm, one side is sprayed with glucosamine, chondroitin and thiamine. These substances are structural components of cartilage and bone tissue of the spine and actively restore damaged segments. Yes, you will have to use the regeneration patch for more than a month.
Back pain relief patch
For lower back pain, NSAID patches are helpful. Diclofenac sodium, part of the transdermal drug Voltaren, has local irritant, antiseptic and analgesic effects.
The product is applied to the inflamed skin for 24 hours. When treating spinal pain, Voltaren patches are used for no more than 3 weeks, unless otherwise recommended by your doctor.
If after 7 days there is no improvement or your health condition worsens, you should stop taking the medicine and consult a doctor.
Transdermal patches are prohibited for children under 15 years of age, pregnant and lactating women, patients with bronchial asthma and hypersensitivity to diclofenac. Be cautious when prescribing for the elderly, people with impaired kidney or liver function, or heart muscle disease.
Transdermal back patch
Transdermal products have been shown to be good in the treatment of osteoarthritis, radiculitis, intervertebral hernia, and protrusion.
The patch looks like a soft black sheet. Made from a blend of nano powders, rare earth magnets are ground into fine dispersions and hypoallergenic polymers. A layer of paper coating glue is applied to the base. It is removed before use.
A therapeutic anesthetic patch is applied to clean skin in the inflamed area for 12 hours. The next procedure can be performed no earlier than 6 hours later. The system cannot be reapplied.
Back warming patch
Warming patch. Helps deeply relax back muscles, reducing pain in the spine and shoulder area. Effective for 10 hours, stick to skin or cotton t-shirt if heating temperature seems too high.
The patch is not used during pregnancy and lactation, as well as during menstruation.
May cause burns when applied directly to thin, sensitive skin.
Lidocaine back patch
Pain relievers include lidocaine. Has a quick pain relief effect, apply to the inflamed area once a day for up to 10–12 hours. If necessary, the sheet can be cut into several parts.
Anesthesia patch is not used during pregnancy and lactation, it is prescribed with caution to children under 18 years of age, increased sensitivity to anesthetics, heart failure and impaired liver and kidney function.
Chinese back patch
You should apply medicinal patches to the acupuncture points in the spine. As a result, the effectiveness of substances that penetrate the skin increases several times, blood flow improves, metabolism accelerates, and pain disappears.
To eliminate back discomfort, you can use the following external remedies:
- The disc contains ginger powder and clove bark, extracts from Datura, Astragalus, galangal root, pine and myrrh esters. ;
- The development of Chinese doctors not only helps relieve pain but also treats pathologies. Contains bee venom, scorpion powder, borneol and more than 30 other ingredients.
- It is made on a fabric base, on which a layer of active ingredients is applied. The skin under such a patch does not sweat or get wet.
All Chinese transdermal systems have a cumulative effect so pain relief occurs after a few days. The product is not recommended for use by women during pregnancy and lactation.
Contraindicated
All drug patches have general contraindications that should be noted. Including:
- Individual intolerance to the components of the transdermal sheet;
- childhood (not always);
- skin lesions and inflammation in the area of application;
- pregnancy and lactation period.
Specific contraindications for each product are indicated in the instructions for use.
Which patch is best for back pain? It is impossible to answer this question unequivocally. Each transdermal product has its own indications and limitations for use. The patient's dermis type as well as ease of use also play an important role. Therefore, it is better to entrust the choice of external treatment of pain and inflammation to the doctor.