Everyone has experienced back pain at least once in their life. It can be sharp and sharp, dull and long. The reasons are many.
There are also many medications for removal and treatment. One of these remedies, relatively easy to use, but no less effective than this, is a patch for back pain.
Adhesive classification
Transdermal therapeutic systems are used to treat connective tissue pathologies of an inflammatory or degenerative nature.
Patches for pain in the back and joints refer to local methods of treating pain symptoms. This method can quickly eliminate discomfort and help in eliminating the cause of their development. You can buy such funds at a stationary pharmacy or order via the Internet.
Patches for back pain differ in their composition and mechanism of action. They have different usage times, instructions for use.
According to their composition and method of exposure, all patches can be divided into several groups.
reflective heat
A very interesting drug, in fact, it is not a drug. In this case, the reflective surface plays a decisive role.
Someone emits heat, and this patch reflects it. As a result, a relatively intense heating of the desired area occurs, but without the greenhouse effect, because this type of product is not attached to the body, but to clothing.
Actually, this is the same heating belt, but it’s thinner and almost invisible under clothing. There is no direct effect on the skin, therefore there are almost no contraindications.
Irritating action
This is a famous pepper patch. It looks like a strip of cloth, has a specific odor. The sizes vary - 6 to 10 cm, 10 to 18 cm It is very easy to use - you need to remove the protective transparent film and carefully stick it on the desired area.
One square centimeter of this preparation contains 8 g of capsicum extract and 0. 6 g of dried belladonna extract. In addition, the composition includes other ingredients:
- eucalyptus and vaseline oils,
- natural and synthetic rubber,
- zinc oxide,
- lanolin kontang,
- basic rosin.
The action is based on irritation of skin nerve receptors, which causes a diminished pain syndrome.
There are contraindications to use:
- Birthmarks and any skin lesions on the affected area.
- Individual allergies and intolerances to drug components.
- Increased body temperature.
- Children up to 14 years old.
- Pregnancy.
The patch should be on the body for at least 48 hours, but if a severe burning sensation begins, it must be removed immediately and rubbed on the reddened skin with baby cream or petroleum jelly.
Anti-inflammatory and analgesic action
All patches that have an analgesic effect can be divided into several groups according to their composition.
Local anesthetic
They contain substances that prevent pain. These include novocaine or lidocaine, added to the composition and ingredients that promote the fastest tissue healing. Used for very severe pain.
The analgesic effect when used occurs relatively quickly. But there are many contraindications:
- individual intolerance;
- the presence of allergic reactions to drug components;
- children's age up to 2 years;
- violation of skin integrity.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
The action is based on the suppression of prostaglandin synthesis, as a result of which inflammation is removed and pain disappears.
They should not be used for more than two weeks, many undesirable consequences can occur, such as gastritis, stomach ulcers, various problems with the liver and kidneys. Not to be used by pregnant women and children under 14 years of age.
Medicinal herbs
This is the so -called Chinese patch. In pharmaceuticals, they are registered as cosmetics, there is no documentary evidence of their therapeutic effect. But many patients believe in the effectiveness and uniqueness of these drugs.
The composition includes various types of herbs, selected in the right proportions. According to the manufacturers, their products have a strong anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect.
For the production of extracts, modern technology is used to maximize the power consumption of medicinal plants.
Depending on the type, the duration of the rub on the painful back is 1-3 days. The entire course of treatment is at least 5 days.
Chinese manufacturers emphasize the extraordinary safety of this product, because its composition is only natural. But do not forget that even natural ingredients can cause allergies.
Nanoplasters
Nano patches that have emerged recently and are very popular for back pain can be selected as a separate group.
From the instructions for use, you can find out that rare earth metal magnetic powders are used on a polymer basis. Due to their "nano size", all bioactive components, penetrating through the skin, act exclusively on diseased cells.
The product must be kept on the skin for at least 12 hours. It relieves inflammation and relieves pain, and also promotes soft tissue healing.
It does not cause any side effects and has almost no contraindications. The only thing is that it is not recommended to use it for open wounds and in the first trimester of pregnancy.
Opinions about this type of patch are different and unclear. Some consider it a super drug and almost a panacea. The other is a deception based on the placebo effect. The option - a patch for better back pain - remains with the patient.
But in any case, buy the drug yourself, although harmless at first glance as a patch, absolutely impossible.
Mandatory consultation with the attending physician is required. Only he can properly assess the patient’s condition and prescribe appropriate treatment.