Everyone has experienced back and lower back pain at least once in their life.It can be sharp and sharp, dull and persistent.There are many reasons for this.
There are many medications for both removal and treatment.One such, quite simple to use, but no less effective remedy is the patch against back pain.
Classification of plasters
The transdermal therapeutic system is used to treat inflammatory or degenerative connective tissue pathologies.
The patch for the treatment of back and joint pain refers to local treatment methods for pain symptoms.This method can quickly suppress unpleasant sensations and help eliminate the cause of their development.You can buy such products in hospital pharmacies or order them online.
Patches against back pain differ in their composition and mechanism of action.They have different durations of use and indications for use.
Based on their composition and mode of action, each patch can be divided into several groups.
Heat reflective
A very interesting drug that is not actually a drug.In this case, the reflective surface plays a decisive role.
Humans generate heat, and this spot reflects that.As a result, a rather intense warming of the desired area occurs, but without a greenhouse effect, since this type of product is not attached to the body, but to clothing.
It is essentially the same warming belt, but much thinner and practically invisible under clothing.There is no direct effect on the skin, so there are practically no contraindications.
Irritating action
This is the well-known paprika patch.It looks like a strip of fabric and has a peculiar smell.The sizes are different - 6 x 10 cm, 10 x 18 cm.Its use is very simple - you need to remove the transparent protective film and carefully stick it to the desired area.
One square centimeter of this medicine contains 8 g of paprika extract and 0.6 g of dry belladonna extract.In addition, the preparation also contains other substances:
- eucalyptus and petrolatum oil,
- natural and synthetic rubber,
- zinc oxide,
- anhydrous lanolin,
- base resin.
The effect is based on the irritation of nerve receptors in the skin, as a result of which pain is reduced.
There are contraindications for use:
- Moles and any skin changes in the affected area.
- Allergy and individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
- Increased body temperature.
- Children's age up to 14 years.
- 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 pain-relieving effect
All pain-relieving patches can be classified into several groups based on their composition.
Local anesthetics
They contain substances that block pain.These include novocaine or lidocaine;substances are added to the preparation that promote the rapid healing of tissues.It is used for very severe pain.
The pain-relieving effect occurs quite quickly when applied.But there are also many contraindications:
- individual intolerance;
- the presence of allergic reactions to the components of the drug;
- Children under 2 years of age;
- violation of the integrity of the skin.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
The effect is based on the suppression of the synthesis of prostaglandins, as a result of which inflammation is reduced and pain is eliminated.
They should not be used for more than two weeks;many undesirable consequences can occur, such as gastritis, stomach ulcers, and various liver and kidney problems.Pregnant women and children under 14 cannot use it.
Herbs
These are the so-called Chinese spots.In the pharmaceutical industry, it is registered as a cosmetic;there is no documentary evidence of their therapeutic effect.But many patients believe in the effectiveness and uniqueness of these drugs.
The composition contains a variety of herbs, selected in the right proportion.According to the manufacturers, their products have a strong anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effect.
Modern technologies are used for the production of extracts in order to make maximum use of the power of medicinal herbs.
Depending on the type, the duration of use in the painful back area is 1-3 days.The entire course is at least 5 days.
Chinese manufacturers emphasize the exceptional safety of these products, since their composition is only natural.But don't forget that allergies can occur even to natural ingredients.
Nanoplastics
The recently introduced and extremely popular anti-back pain nanoplasts can be classified into a separate group.
From the instructions for use, you will learn that magnetic powder made of rare earth metals is applied to the polymer base.Thanks to their "nano size", all bioactive components that penetrate the skin affect only the diseased cells.
The product must be kept on the skin for at least 12 hours.It relieves inflammation and pain, promotes the healing of soft tissues.
It does not cause side effects and has practically no contraindications.The only thing is that it is not recommended to 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 drug and practically a panacea.Others are based on the placebo effect.The choice - which patch is best for back pain - remains up to the patient.
But in no case should you buy medicine for yourself, not even at first glance as harmless as a patch.
Mandatory consultation with a doctor is required.Only he can correctly assess the patient's condition and prescribe the appropriate treatment.