Every person has experienced back and lower back pain at least once in their life.It can be sharp and crisp, opaque and long-lasting.There are a large number of reasons that cause this.
There are also many medications for elimination and treatment.One of these remedies, quite simple to use, but no less effective, is a patch for back pain.
Classification of plasters
The transdermal therapeutic system is used to treat connective tissue pathologies of an inflammatory or degenerative nature.
A patch for back and joint pain refers to local methods of treating pain symptoms.This method can quickly stifle discomfort and help eliminate the cause of its development.You can buy these products at hospital pharmacies or order them online.
Back pain patches vary in their composition and mechanism of action.They have different periods of use and indications for use.
Based on their composition and method of action, all adhesives can be divided into several groups.
Reflective heat
A very interesting medicine, which is not actually a medicine.In this case, the reflective surface plays a decisive role.
A person generates heat and this stain reflects that.This causes a very intense heating of the desired area, but without a greenhouse effect, as this type of product is not attached to the body, but rather to clothing.
In essence, this is the same warming belt, but it is much thinner and practically invisible under clothing.There is no direct effect on the skin, therefore there are practically no contraindications.
Annoying action
This is the well-known pepper patch.It looks like a strip of fabric and has a specific smell.Sizes are different - 6 by 10 cm, 10 by 18 cm.It is very simple to use - you need to remove the transparent protective film and carefully stick it to the desired area.
One square centimeter of this drug contains 8 g of capsicum extract and 0.6 g of dry extract of belladonna.Additionally, the composition includes other substances:
- eucalyptus oil and petrolatum,
- natural and synthetic rubber,
- zinc oxide,
- anhydrous lanolin,
- basic resin.
The action is based on irritating the skin's nerve receptors, thus reducing pain.
There are contraindications for use:
- Birthmarks and any skin lesions in the affected area.
- Allergy and individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
- Increased body temperature.
- Children's age up to 14 years old.
- Pregnancy.
The patch should remain on the body for at least 48 hours, but if a strong burning sensation begins, it should be removed immediately and baby cream or petroleum jelly should be applied to the reddened skin.
Anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect
All patches that have an analgesic effect can be divided into several groups based on their composition.
Local anesthetics
They contain substances that block pain.These include novocaine or lidocaine;substances that promote rapid tissue healing are added to the composition.Used for very intense pain.
The analgesic effect occurs quickly when applied.But there are also many contraindications:
- individual intolerance;
- the presence of allergic reactions to the components of the medication;
- children under 2 years old;
- violation of the integrity of the skin.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
The action is based on the suppression of prostaglandin synthesis, as a result of which inflammation is relieved and pain disappears.
They cannot be used for more than two weeks;Many undesirable consequences can occur, such as gastritis, stomach ulcers and various liver and kidney problems.It cannot be used by pregnant women and children under 14 years of age.
Medicinal herbs
These are the so-called Chinese patches.In the pharmaceutical industry they are registered as cosmetics;there is no documentary evidence of its therapeutic effect.But many patients believe in the effectiveness and uniqueness of these medicines.
The composition includes a wide variety of herbs, selected in the correct proportions.According to the manufacturers, their products have powerful anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
For the production of extracts, modern technologies are used to make the most of the power of medicinal plants.
Depending on the type, the period of use on the painful back area is 1 to 3 days.The entire course of treatment is at least 5 days.
Chinese manufacturers emphasize the exceptional safety of these products, as the composition is only natural.But do not forget that allergies can occur even to natural ingredients.
Nanoplasties
Recently introduced and extremely popular nanoplasts for back pain can be distinguished into a separate group.
In the instructions for use you can find that magnetic powder made from rare earth metals is applied to the polymer base.Due to its “nano size”, all bioactive components, penetrating the skin, act exclusively on diseased cells.
The product must be kept on the skin for at least 12 hours.Relieves inflammation and pain and promotes soft tissue healing.
It does not cause side effects and has practically no contraindications.The only thing is that it is not recommended for use on open wounds and in the first trimester of pregnancy.
Opinions about this type of patch are different and ambiguous.Some consider it a super medicine and practically a panacea.Others are quackery based on the placebo effect.The choice - which back pain patch is better - remains with the patient.
But in any case, you should never buy medicine, even something as harmless at first glance as a patch.
A mandatory consultation with your doctor is required.Only he is able to correctly assess the patient's condition and prescribe appropriate treatment.