People prefer to relieve back pain due to inflammation or muscle strain with a band-aid. The treatment plate is comfortable and effectively eliminates unpleasant pain.
The effectiveness of pain relief patches for the back
Based on the structure and form of impact, the patches can be divided into 2 groups.
| Heat reflective patches | Irritant patches | |
| Form of influence | Increased heating occurs due to the reflection of the heat generated by the person himself. | Enhanced heating occurs due to the effect of pepper or mustard on the nerve receptors of the skin. |
| Mounting method | Attached to clothing. | Attaches to the skin. |
| Contraindications | There are practically no contraindications. | People with sensitive skin may experience an allergic reaction. |
Mixed-effect patches are more effective; they relieve pain and inflammation in muscle tissue.
Indications and contraindications
Patches are used as an effective means of combating:
- wet dry cough;
- colds and runny nose;
- osteochondrosis and spinal hernia;
- radiculitis;
- neuralgia and gout;
- muscle spasms;
- heel spurs;
- dry callus;
- numbness of hands and feet;
- micro cracks in the muscles;
- ankle joint injuries.
Contraindications for the use of treatment plates:
- damage to the integrity of skin areas;
- allergy to the composition of the patches;
- skin diseases;
- birthmarks and neoplasms;
- pregnancy and breastfeeding; children under twelve years of age;
- presence of diabetes mellitus.
For the patch to be effective, its effect on the pain point must be at least 48 hours. If there is redness or severe burning, the patch should be removed and cream or vegetable oil applied to the irritated area.
Kinesioplasters
The method of using kinesioplasters and the patches themselves were invented in Japan and are a good way to recover from injuries.
The kinesioplaster is a three-layer fabric made of 100% cotton. Particles of synthetic material allow the patch to stretch 1. 5 times without loss of strength. The composition contains an anti-allergenic component.
Mechanism of action of kinesio patch for back pain
By connecting the gaps between injured muscles, the patch allows you to:
- perform physical activity;
- dilates lymphatic vessels and reduces pressure on blood vessels;
- reduces pain;
- accelerates the recovery of damaged organs.
Kinesioplasters are produced in the form of a roll and in the form of strips. The roll is used at home, in medical and physical education institutions. Strip patches are designed for specific areas of the body and are sold in ready-made templates. They are used to provide emergency medical care.
Warming patches for back
Warming patches work well for common colds and back problems. To apply the patch, simply remove the protective surface and attach it to the sore spot. For back pain, the patch is glued to the spine, and for respiratory disease, the plate is attached to the chest or in the area of the shoulder blades.
The patch for back pain is attached to the spine for 48 hours, without the use of water procedures. The work of the warming patch is based on irritation of skin receptors; at the site of irritation, blood flow increases and regeneration occurs faster.
A chemical-based patch accelerates the healing effect, but has contraindications. A product with a composition of herbal ingredients works more slowly, but other than allergic reactions, it has no prohibitions on use.
Anti-inflammatory patches for back
The action of anti-inflammatory patches is based on non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Such patches are most effective in treating the musculoskeletal system.
Due to the composition, before use it is worth considering the positive and negative aspects of the patches:
| pros | Minuses |
| Immediate onset of improvement. | The active ingredients contain non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. |
| Deep anti-inflammatory effect. | To avoid side effects on the digestive system and kidneys, do not use for more than 14 days. |
| Reducing spasms. | Do not use for pregnant women and children. |
| There are no visible marks on things. |
Reflective surface patch
The patch for back pain with a reflective surface does not interact with exposed skin and is recognized as the safest. It exerts its effect due to the accumulation and reflection of heat generated by the body. Attaches directly to clothing. The duration of the patch does not exceed 12 hours. The next plate can only be used after 6 hours.
Anesthetic patches
Anesthetic patches can replace pain-relieving injections and tablets; the period of action reaches up to 3 days.The patches contain substances such as lidocaine, novocaine, and diclofenac.
The action is achieved by blocking pain signals transmitted to the brain. The analgesic effect of the patch on the affected area lasts up to 10 hours. But an anesthetic patch is only a pain reliever.
Indications and contraindications for the anesthetic patch:
| Indications | Contraindications |
| Peripheral polyneuralgia. | Allergy to lidocaine, novocaine, diclofenac. |
| Convulsive attack in arms and legs. | Heart disease and heart block. |
| Rehabilitation period after operations. | Cardiogenic shock. |
| Injuries. | Myasthenia. |
| Arthritis, polyarthritis, osteochondrosis. | Liver dysfunction. |
| Removal of moles and warts. | Pregnancy and age after 60 years. |
Nanoplast for back pain
A patch containing metal powder. This powder creates magnetic and infrared fields that produce a pain-relieving effect by increasing blood circulation. Increasing blood flow accelerates regenerative processes and relaxes muscles.
Indications for use:
- arthritis,
- arthrosis,
- osteochondrosis,
- intercostal neuralgia,
- pain in the neck, lower back, and back.
The nanopatch has virtually no side effects or contraindications; it is applied to clean, dry and intact skin. The course of treatment is up to 9 days. Repeated treatment can begin after a week.
Thermal plaster
As a result of contact with each other and oxidation, the alkaline earth metals that make up the ketonal patch are heated to 50 C. This heat is maintained for up to 12 hours. There is no skin irritation.
Recommendations for use:
- inflammatory processes in muscles,
- Crick,
- sprain.
Contraindications for use:
- difficult blood circulation,
- joint inflammation,
- skin infections,
- bone diseases,
- pregnancy,
- diabetes,
- age up to 14 years,
- untreated wounds,
- injection sites,
- menstrual cycle.
It is possible to apply Thermal Plaster to cotton linen. Duration of exposure is up to 12 hours. The break between using treatment plates on the same area of skin is at least 24 hours. The patch is not intended for repeated use.
Do not apply to the groin and armpit area, or to the neck area.
Plasters based on chondroprotectors
A patch for back pain based on chondroprotectors helps restore cartilage joints in the early stages of the disease. Must be used for at least 6 months. The patch does not have analgesic or anti-inflammatory properties.
The plate includes:
- glucosamine sulfate – produces cartilage cells;
- chondroitin – regulates the functions of cartilage tissue, provides them with nutrients;
- thiamine – accelerates the absorption of nutrients.
Natural patches for back pain
Therapeutic patches with a natural composition contain only natural ingredients and are effective in the treatment of pain syndromes, inflammation, and swelling. Under the influence of the heat of the human body, the components of the patch melt and enter the skin and inside the body, preventing further development of the disease.
The natural composition has a cumulative effect, so relief can occur in 2-3 days. Patches can also influence the cause of the disease.
There are no special contraindications for patches with natural composition for back pain. They should be used with caution in children, pregnant women and people with allergies.
List of the best patches for back pain
List of effective patches for eliminating back pain and relieving inflammation:
- Anesthetic patch with lidocaine.
- A patch based on the synthetic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory substance diclofenac. The patch is contraindicated for children and pregnant women.
- The active ingredient of the patch is a powder made from a magnetic mixture. The magnetic field relieves inflammation and swelling, reduces pain.
- Pepper and mustard patch: the basis of the patches is natural pepper and mustard mixtures. The effect is created due to the irritating effect of the active components. By increasing the flow of blood to the site of application of the patch, regenerative processes are accelerated.
- The patch contains lidocaine and the anesthetic prilocaine.
- Iron powder and activated carbon in the patch have a warming effect. The work of the patch begins at the moment of opening; due to the influence of oxygen, oxidation and heating of the components of the patch occur. The therapeutic effect is created by the warming effect of the active components. Due to a greater flow of blood to the site of application of the patch, healing and regenerating processes are accelerated.
- A patch from a series of chondroprotectors that affects the restoration of cartilage tissue and intervertebral discs. The pain does not relieve, it neutralizes the cause of its occurrence.
Orthopedic patch
The patch helps fight back and joint diseases.
The patch is used in the following cases:
- radiculitis;
- swelling;
- protrusion;
- intervertebral hernia;
- neuralgia;
- arthrosis;
- arthritis;
- injuries;
- sprains;
- pain in the lower back and back.
It fights not only the symptoms of pain, but also the disease itself.
Once on the skin, the patch begins to heat up and penetrate the medicinal substances into the tissue structure. The composition of the healing plate consists of herbs crushed to a microscopic state.
One patch lasts up to 3 days. 10 plates are enough for a full course of rehabilitation. By acting with herbs, the remedy does not cause side effects on other body systems. At the discretion of the doctor, it can be used for both children and pregnant and lactating women.
Scorpion venom patch
Removes chronic pathologies of the spine and joints, fights the cause of their appearance. Increases blood circulation, activates cartilage metabolism, relieves pain and eliminates inflammation. The patch immediately starts working and can last for 2 days. The duration of the course is 30 days.
The patch is used for the following ailments:
- radiculitis;
- swelling;
- protrusion and intervertebral hernia;
- neuralgia;
- paralysis;
- convulsions;
- cauda equina syndrome;
- osteochondrosis;
- bone hyperplasia.
Compound:
- scorpion and bee poisons;
- zhgun-root;
- Chuyan-qiong;
- myrrh;
- saffron;
- achyranthes;
- + 30 special components.
Gel-based patch
The gel patch contains only natural ingredients for the treatment of joint and spinal diseases. When applied, the gel turns into a film, which should be removed from the skin no later than after 3 hours.
The product contains oils and natural ingredients such as:
- snake venom - improves blood microcirculation and relieves pain;
- bee venom – has anti-inflammatory properties;
- particles of deer antlers - restore cartilage tissue.
Lidocaine patch
The patch for back pain contains the active ingredient lidocaine. Penetrating through the skin, it can provide a quick pain-relieving effect.
The patch is used for:
- osteochondrosis;
- intervertebral hernias;
- myositis.
Exposure time up to 12 hours. The course of treatment is 5 days. Contraindicated for pregnant women and under the age of 14 years.
NVPS patch
A patch with the active synthetic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory substance diclofenac. Used to treat pain and inflammation in muscles. Valid until 20 hours. The course of treatment is no more than 14 days. The patch is contraindicated for children and pregnant women.
Patch with magnetic powder
The active ingredient of the patch is a powder made from a magnetic mixture. The magnetic field of the patch relieves inflammation and swelling, reduces pain.
Exposure time up to 12 hours. The course of treatment is no more than 9 days.
Should be used with caution by people prone to allergic reactions.
Pepper and mustard patch
The basis of the patches is natural pepper and mustard mixtures. The effect is created due to the irritating effect of the active components.
By increasing the flow of blood to the site of application of the patch, regenerative processes are accelerated.
Exposure time up to 6 hours. The course of application is no more than 4-5 days. The patch is contraindicated for allergy sufferers. It is not recommended to glue the treatment plate permanently to one place on the skin.
Lidocaine and prilocaine patch
The active ingredients are lidocaine and the anesthetic prilocaine. Exposure time up to 5 hours. Allergic reactions may occur. It is often used as an anesthetic for injections and in the postoperative period. Not recommended for use by children and pregnant women.
Warming patch
Thanks to iron powder and activated carbon, it has a warming effect. The work of the patch begins at the moment of opening; due to the influence of oxygen, oxidation and heating of the components of the patch occur.
The effect is created due to the warming effect of the active components. Due to a greater flow of blood to the site of application of the patch, healing and regenerating processes are accelerated. Exposure time up to 12 hours. Can be used up to 4 times in 7 days. Contraindicated for children, pregnant women and nursing mothers.
Chondroprotector patch
A patch from a series of chondroprotectors that affects the restoration of cartilage tissue and intervertebral discs. Eliminates the cause of pain without relieving pain. The course of treatment is long. It is better to use in complex therapy.
Relaxing patch
The patch is a relaxing and pain reliever. The leading component is salicylate. The plate has an analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect. Thanks to the action of menthol, inflammation is relieved. Camphor and tocopherol acetate relax muscles. Methyl salicylate relieves pain.
The plate is used to eliminate:
- muscle pain;
- low mobility of joints;
- back pain;
- sprains and dislocations.
Which Chinese patch is best to choose?
Chinese patches are distinguished by their natural composition, which acts only in areas with pain and inflammatory syndrome.
There are practically no contraindications.
- Chinese patchfrom wormwood, dandelion, lotus and the roots of these herbs.
- Scorpion venom patchescontain medicinal herbs and scorpion venom. The plates restore joints and reduce muscle pain. It should be used with caution by people prone to allergies.
- Bee venom patches contain bee venom, camphor, menthol, and medicinal herbs.They have a warming and analgesic effect. Used for radiculitis and arthritis. It should be used with caution by people prone to allergies.
- Patchcontains ant extract and medicinal herbs. Has a warming and analgesic effect. Ant extract increases blood circulation.
Features of using patches for back pain
Each type of patch has instructions that must be studied before starting treatment. However, there are general recommendations when using patches. Patches with a warming effect are applied to the fabric so as not to burn the skin. Herbal plates are best used in complex therapy to enhance the effect.
Patches containing NSAIDs should be used for no more than 14 days. General contraindications for most patches are pregnancy and breastfeeding, a tendency to allergic reactions, damage to the skin and age under 14 years.
The use of patches for the treatment of back pain should only be started after consultation with a highly qualified specialist.