People prefer to relieve back pain due to inflammation or muscle tension with a bandage. The treatment plate is comfortable and effectively eliminates unpleasant pain.
The Effectiveness of Back Pain Relief Patches
Based on the structure and form of impact, patches can be divided into 2 groups.
| Heat reflective patches | annoying stains | |
| Form of influence | Increased heating occurs due to the reflection of heat generated by the person himself. | Increased warming occurs due to the effect of pepper or mustard on the nerve receptors in the skin. |
| Mounting method | Attached to clothes. | Sticks 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 and dry cough;
- colds and runny nose;
- osteochondrosis and spinal hernia;
- radiculitis;
- neuralgia and gout;
- muscle spasms;
- heel spurs;
- dry callus;
- numbness in hands and feet;
- microcracks in muscles;
- ankle joint injuries.
Contraindications to the use of treatment plates:
- damage to the integrity of skin areas;
- allergy to the composition of the adhesives;
- skin diseases;
- birthmarks and neoplasms;
- pregnancy and breastfeeding; children under twelve;
- presence of diabetes mellitus.
For the patch to be effective, its effect on the painful point must last for at least 48 hours. If there is intense redness or burning, the patch should be removed and cream or vegetable oil applied to the irritated area.
Kinesioplasts
The method of using kinesioplasts and the adhesives themselves were invented in Japan and are a good way to recover from injuries.
Kinesioplast is a 100% cotton three-layer fabric. Particles of synthetic material allow the patch to stretch 1. 5 times without loss of strength. The composition contains an anti-allergenic component.
Kinesio Patch Mechanism of Action for Back Pain
By connecting the gaps between injured muscles, the patch allows:
- perform physical activity;
- dilates lymphatic vessels and reduces pressure in blood vessels;
- reduces pain;
- accelerates the recovery of damaged organs.
Kinesioplasts are produced in roll form and strip form. The roller 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.
Back heating patches
Heating patches work well for common colds and back problems. To apply the patch, simply remove the protective surface and attach it to the painful area. For back pain, the patch is glued to the spine, and for respiratory diseases, the plate is attached to the chest or shoulder blade area.
The back pain patch remains attached to the spine for 48 hours, without the use of water procedures.The work of the heating patch is based on irritation of skin receptors, at the site of irritation, blood flow increases and regeneration occurs faster.
A chemical-based adhesive accelerates the healing effect, but has contraindications. A product with a composition of herbal ingredients acts more slowly, but apart from allergic reactions, there are no prohibitions for use.
Anti-inflammatory back patches
The action of anti-inflammatory patches is based on non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. These 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 stickers:
| pros | Disadvantages |
| Immediate start of improvement. | The active ingredients contain non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. |
| Profound 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 back pain patch 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. Patch duration does not exceed 12 hours. The next plate can only be used after 6 hours.
Anesthetic patches
Anesthetic patches can replace painkilling injections and tablets; the period of action reaches 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 just a pain reliever.
Indications and contraindications of 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 blemishes and warts. | Pregnancy and age after 60 years. |
Nanoplast for back pain
An adhesive containing metallic powder. This powder creates magnetic and infrared fields that produce an analgesic 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; 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 adhesive are heated to 50 C. This heat is maintained for up to 12 hours. There is no skin irritation.
Recommended 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. The duration of exposure is up to 12 hours. The interval between using the treatment plates on the same area of the skin is at least 24 hours. The adhesive is not intended for repeated use.
Do not apply to the groin and armpits, nor to the neck area.
Chondroprotector-based plasters
A patch for back pain based on chondroprotectors helps restore joint cartilage in the early stages of the disease. It must be used for at least 6 months. The patch does not have analgesic or anti-inflammatory properties.
The board includes:
- glucosamine sulfate – produces cartilage cells;
- chondroitin – regulates the functions of cartilage tissue, providing 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 treating pain syndromes, inflammation and swelling. Under the influence of human body heat, the components of the patch melt and enter the skin and inside the body, preventing the 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 natural composition patches 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 to eliminate back pain and relieve 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 in the patch is a powder made from a magnetic mixture. The magnetic field relieves inflammation and swelling and reduces pain.
- Pepper and mustard patch: the base of the patches are natural mixtures of pepper and mustard. The effect is created due to the irritating effect of the active components. By increasing blood flow to the patch application site, regenerative processes are accelerated.
- The patch contains lidocaine and the anesthetic prilocaine.
- The iron powder and activated carbon in the sticker have a warming effect. The work on the patch begins at the moment of opening, due to the influence of oxygen, oxidation and heating of the patch components occur. The therapeutic effect is created by the warming effect of the active components. Due to the greater blood flow at the patch application site, the healing and regeneration processes are accelerated.
- A patch from a series of chondroprotectors that affects the restoration of cartilaginous tissue and intervertebral discs. Pain does not alleviate, it neutralizes the cause of its occurrence.
Orthopedic patch
The patch helps fight joint diseases.
The patch is used in the following cases:
- radiculitis;
- swelling;
- boss;
- intervertebral hernia;
- neuralgia;
- arthrosis;
- arthritis;
- injuries;
- sprains;
- pain in the lower back and back.
It combats 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. Because it works with herbs, the medicine does not cause side effects on other body systems. At the doctor's discretion, it can be used by both children and pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Scorpion Venom Patch
Removes chronic pathologies of the spine and joints, combats the cause of their appearance. Increases blood circulation, activates cartilage metabolism, relieves pain and eliminates inflammation. The patch starts working immediately and can last for 2 days. The duration of the course is 30 days.
The patch is used for the following diseases:
- radiculitis;
- swelling;
- intervertebral protrusion and hernia;
- neuralgia;
- paralysis;
- convulsions;
- cauda equina syndrome;
- osteochondrosis;
- bone hyperplasia.
Compound:
- scorpion and bee venoms;
- zhgun root;
- Chuyan-qiong;
- myrrh;
- saffron;
- aquiranthes;
- + 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 transforms into a film, which must be removed from the skin after 3 hours at the latest.
The product contains natural oils and ingredients such as:
- snake venom - improves blood microcirculation and relieves pain;
- bee venom – has anti-inflammatory properties;
- deer antler particles - restore cartilaginous tissue.
Lidocaine patch
The back pain patch contains the active ingredient lidocaine. Penetrating into the skin, it can provide a quick pain relief effect.
The patch is used to:
- osteochondrosis;
- intervertebral hernias;
- myositis.
Exposure time up to 12 hours. The course of treatment is 5 days. Contraindicated for pregnant women and children under 14 years of age.
NVPS Update
A patch with the active synthetic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory substance diclofenac. Used to treat pain and inflammation in muscles. Valid until 8pm. 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 in the patch is a powder made from a magnetic mixture. The magnetic field of the patch relieves inflammation and swelling and reduces pain.
Exposure time up to 12 hours. The course of treatment is no more than 9 days.
It should be used with caution by people prone to allergic reactions.
Pepper and mustard patch
The basis of the patches are natural mixtures of pepper and mustard. The effect is created due to the irritating effect of the active components.
By increasing blood flow to the patch application site, 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 permanently stick the treatment plate to one location on the skin.
Lidocaine and prilocaine patch
The active ingredients are lidocaine and the anesthetic prilocaine. Exposure time of 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 on the patch begins at the moment of opening, due to the influence of oxygen, oxidation and heating of the patch components occur.
The effect is created due to the heating effect of the active components. Due to the greater blood flow at the patch application site, the healing and regeneration processes are accelerated. Exposure time up to 12 hours. Can be used up to 4 times in 7 days. Contraindicated for children, pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Chondroprotective adhesive
A patch from a series of chondroprotectors that affects the restoration of cartilaginous tissue and intervertebral discs. Eliminates the cause of pain without relieving the pain. The course of treatment is long. It is best to use in complex therapy.
Relaxing patch
The patch is a relaxant and pain reliever. The main component is salicylate. The plaque has an analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect. Thanks to the action of menthol, inflammation is relieved. Camphor and tocopheryl acetate relax muscles. Methyl salicylate relieves pain.
The board is used to eliminate:
- muscle pain;
- low joint mobility;
- back pain;
- sprains and dislocations.
Which Chinese patch is better to choose?
Chinese patches differ in their natural composition, which only acts on areas with pain and inflammatory syndrome.
There are practically no contraindications.
- Chinese patchof wormwood, dandelion, lotus and roots of these herbs.
- Scorpion Venom Stainscontain 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.
- Correctioncontains ant extract and medicinal herbs. It has a warming and analgesic effect. Ant extract increases blood circulation.
Features of using patches for back pain
Each type of adhesive 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 to avoid burning the skin. Herbal dishes are best used in complex therapies to enhance the effect.
Patches containing NSAIDs should not be used for more than 14 days. General contraindications for most patches are pregnancy and breastfeeding, tendency to allergic reactions, skin damage and age under 14 years.
The use of patches to treat back pain should only be started after consultation with a highly qualified specialist.