Everyone has experienced back and back pain at least once in their life.It can be sharp and sharp, dull and long-lasting.There are many reasons that lead to this.
There are also many drugs 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.
The patch for back and joint pain refers to local methods of treating pain symptoms.This method can help to quickly suppress unpleasant feelings and eliminate the cause of their development.You can buy such products in hospital pharmacies or order them online.
Patches for back pain differ in composition and mechanism of action.They have different expiration dates and instructions for use.
Based on the composition and method of action, all patches can be divided into several groups.
Heat reflective
A very interesting drug, not really a drug.In this case, the reflective surface plays a decisive role.
Humans generate heat and this patch reflects it.As a result, a very intense heating of any area occurs, but without the greenhouse effect, because this type of product is attached to the clothing, not the body.
In fact, this is the same warming belt, but thinner and practically invisible under clothing.It has no direct effect on the skin, so there are practically no contraindications.
Irritating action
This is the famous pepper patch.It looks like a strip of cloth and has a certain smell.The sizes are different - from 6 to 10 cm, from 10 to 18 cm.It is very simple 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 pepper extract and 0.6 g of dry belladonna extract.In addition, the composition includes other substances:
- eucalyptus and vaseline oil,
- natural and synthetic rubber,
- zinc oxide,
- anhydrous lanolin,
- basic rosin.
The action is based on the irritation of the nerve receptors of the skin, thanks to which the pain decreases.
There are contraindications for use:
- Birthmarks and any skin lesions in the affected area.
- Allergy and individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
- Increase in body temperature.
- Age of children 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.
It has an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect
All patches with analgesic effect can be divided into several groups according to their composition.
Local anesthetics
They contain substances that prevent pain.These include novocaine or lidocaine;substances are added to the composition that promote the rapid healing of tissues.It is used for very severe pain.
When applied, the analgesic effect occurs quite quickly.But there are many contraindications:
- individual intolerance;
- the presence of allergic reactions to the components of the drug;
- children up to 2 years;
- violation of the integrity of the skin.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
The action is based on suppressing the synthesis of prostaglandins, as a result of which inflammation is eliminated and pain disappears.
They cannot be used for more than two weeks;Many undesirable consequences can occur, such as gastritis, stomach ulcers, various problems with the liver and kidneys.It cannot be used by pregnant women and children under 14 years of age.
Medicinal plants
These are the so-called Chinese patches.In pharmacy, they are registered as cosmetics;there is no documentary evidence of their therapeutic effect.However, many patients believe in the effectiveness and uniqueness of these drugs.
The composition includes various herbs selected in the right proportion.According to the manufacturers, their products have strong anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
For the production of extracts, modern technologies are used to make the most of the power of medicinal plants.
The duration of use in the painful area of the back is 1-3 days, depending on the type.The entire course of treatment is at least 5 days.
Chinese manufacturers emphasize the exceptional safety of these products, since the composition is only natural.But do not forget that allergies can occur even to natural substances.
Nanoplastics
Recently introduced and extremely popular nanoplasters for back pain can be divided into a separate group.
From the instructions for use, you can learn that magnetic powder made of rare earth metals is applied to the polymer base.Due to their "nano-size", all bioactive components that penetrate through the skin affect only the diseased cells.
The product should be kept on the skin for at least 12 hours.It relieves inflammation and pain, promotes healing of soft tissues.
It has no side effects and practically no contraindications.The only thing is that it is not recommended to use in open wounds and in the first trimester of pregnancy.
Opinions about this type of patch are varied and ambiguous.Some consider it a super drug and practically a panacea.Others are a whim based on the placebo effect.The choice - which patch is better for back pain - remains with the patient.
But in any case, you should never self-medicate, even something seemingly innocuous like a patch.
Mandatory consultation with your doctor is required.Only he can correctly assess the patient's condition and prescribe the appropriate treatment.