People prefer to relieve back pain due to inflammation or muscle tension with the help of a band. The treatment plate is comfortable and effectively removes unpleasant pain.
The effectiveness of the patch relieves pain for the back
Based on the structure and shape of the impact, patches can be divided into 2 groups.
| Heat reflective patches | Irritating spots | |
| Form of influence | Increased heating occurs due to the reflection of heat produced by the person himself. | Enhanced heating occurs due to the effect of pepper or mustard on the nerve receptors of the skin. |
| Installation method | Attached to clothing. | Adheres to the skin. |
| Contraindications | There are practically no contraindications. | People with sensitive skin may experience an allergic reaction. |
Mixed effect patches are more effective; it relieves pain and inflammation in muscle tissue.
Indications and contraindications
The patch is used as an effective way to combat:
- wet dry cough;
- cold and runny nose;
- osteochondrosis and spinal hernia;
- radiculitis;
- neuralgia and gout;
- muscle cramp;
- heel spur;
- dry callus;
- numbness of hands and feet;
- micro cracks in the muscles;
- ankle joint injury.
Contraindications for the use of treatment plates:
- damage to the integrity of the skin area;
- allergy to the composition of the patch;
- skin disease;
- birthmarks and neoplasms;
- pregnancy and breastfeeding; children under the age of twelve;
- the presence of diabetes mellitus.
For the patch to be effective, its effect on the sore point must be at least 48 hours. If there is severe redness or burning, the patch should be removed and cream or vegetable oil applied to the irritated area.
Kinesioplaster
The method of using kinesioplasters and patches itself was invented in Japan and is a good way to recover from injuries.
Kinesioplaster is a three-layer fabric made of 100% cotton. Synthetic material particles allow the patch to stretch 1. 5 times without losing strength. This composition contains anti-allergic components.
Mechanism of action of kinesio patch for back pain
By bridging the gaps between injured muscles, patches allow you to:
- do physical activity;
- dilates lymphatic vessels and reduces pressure on blood vessels;
- reduce pain;
- accelerate the recovery of damaged organs.
Kinesioplaster is produced in the form of rolls and in the form of strips. The roll is used at home, in medical and physical education institutions. Band patches are designed for specific areas of the body and are sold in ready-made templates. They are used to provide emergency medical care.
Heating pad for back
Heating patches work well for the common cold and back problems. To use the patch, simply remove the protective surface and apply it to the sore spot. For back pain, the patch is attached to the spine, and for respiratory ailments, the plate is attached to the chest or in the shoulder blade area.
Patches for back pain are attached to the spine for 48 hours, without using the water procedure.The work of the heating patch is based on the irritation of skin receptors; at the site of irritation, blood flow increases and regeneration occurs faster.
Chemical-based patches accelerate the healing effect, but have contraindications. Products with a composition of herbal ingredients work more slowly, but apart from allergic reactions, they have no prohibitions for use.
Anti-inflammatory patch for back
The action of the anti-inflammatory patch 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 patch:
| benefit | Minus |
| Immediate improvement start. | The active ingredient contains 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. |
| Reduces cramps. | Do not use for pregnant women and children. |
| No visible marks on anything. |
Reflective surface patch
Patches for back pain with a reflective surface do not interact with exposed skin and are recognized as the safest. It gives its effect due to the accumulation and reflection of heat produced by the body. Adheres 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; duration of action reaches up to 3 days.Patches contain substances such as lidocaine, novocaine, and diclofenac.
The action is achieved by blocking pain signals sent to the brain. The analgesic effect of the patch on the affected area lasts up to 10 hours. But the anesthetic patch is just a pain reliever.
Indications and contraindications for anesthetic patches:
| Guidance | Contraindications |
| Peripheral polyneuralgia. | Allergy to lidocaine, novocaine, diclofenac. |
| Seizures in arms and legs. | Heart disease and heart block. |
| Recovery period after surgery. | Cardiogenic shock. |
| injury. | Myasthenia. |
| Arthritis, polyarthritis, osteochondrosis. | Liver dysfunction. |
| Removal of moles and warts. | Pregnancy and age after 60 years. |
Nanoplast for back pain
Patches containing metal powder. This powder creates a magnetic and infrared field that produces a pain-relieving effect by increasing blood circulation. Increasing blood flow accelerates the regenerative process and relaxes muscles.
Instructions for use:
- arthritis,
- arthrosis,
- osteochondrosis,
- intercostal neuralgia,
- pain in the neck, lower back, and back.
Nanopatch has almost no side effects or contraindications; it is used for 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 form the ketonal patch are heated to 50 C. This heat is maintained for up to 12 hours. No skin irritation.
Suggested use:
- inflammatory process in muscles,
- Crick,
- sprained
Contraindications for use:
- poor blood circulation,
- joint inflammation,
- skin infection,
- bone disease,
- pregnancy,
- diabetes,
- age up to 14 years,
- untreated wounds,
- injection site,
- menstrual cycle.
You can use Thermal Plaster on cotton linen. The exposure period is up to 12 hours. The interval between using the treatment plate on the same skin area is at least 24 hours. The patch is not intended for repeated use.
Do not apply to the groin and armpits, or the neck area.
Plaster based on chondroprotectors
Patches for back pain based on chondroprotectors help restore cartilage joints in the early stages of the disease. Must be used for at least 6 months. The patch has no analgesic or anti-inflammatory properties.
Plates include:
- glucosamine sulfate - produces cartilage cells;
- chondroitin - regulates the function of cartilage tissue, supplying it with nutrients;
- thiamine – accelerates the absorption of nutrients.
Natural patches for back pain
Therapeutic patches with natural composition contain only natural ingredients and are effective in the treatment of pain, inflammation and swelling syndromes. 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 the further development of the disease.
The natural composition has a cumulative effect, so relief can occur in 2-3 days. Spots can also affect the cause of the disease.
There are no special contraindications for patches with a 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 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 of the patch is a powder made from a magnetic mixture. The magnetic field relieves inflammation and swelling, reducing pain.
- Pepper and mustard paste: the base of the paste is a mixture of natural pepper and mustard. The effect is created due to the irritating effect of the active component. By increasing blood flow to the patch application site, the regenerative process is accelerated.
- The patch contains the anesthetic lidocaine and prilocaine.
- Iron powder and activated carbon in the patch have a warming effect. Patch work begins at the moment of opening; due to the influence of oxygen, oxidation and heating of patch components occurs. The therapeutic effect is created by the heating effect of the active component. Due to the greater blood flow to the patch application site, the healing and regeneration process is accelerated.
- Patches from the chondroprotector series that affect the recovery of cartilage tissue and intervertebral discs. Pain does not relieve, it neutralizes the cause of its occurrence.
Orthopedic patch
Patches help fight back and joint ailments.
The patch is used in the following cases:
- radiculitis;
- swollen;
- protrusion;
- intervertebral hernia;
- neuralgia;
- arthrosis;
- arthritis;
- injury;
- sprain;
- 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 drug substance into the tissue structure. The composition of the healing plate consists of crushed herbs to a microscopic state.
One patch lasts up to 3 days. 10 plates are enough to undergo a full recovery. By acting with herbs, the drug does not cause side effects on other body systems. At the doctor's discretion, it can be used for both children and pregnant and lactating women.
Scorpion venom patch
Removes chronic pathologies of the spine and joints, fighting the cause of their appearance. Improves blood circulation, activates cartilage metabolism, relieves pain and removes 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 diseases:
- radiculitis;
- swollen;
- protrusion and intervertebral hernia;
- neuralgia;
- paralysis;
- convulsions;
- cauda equina syndrome;
- osteochondrosis;
- bone hyperplasia.
Compound:
- scorpion and bee venom;
- zhgun-root;
- Chuyan-qiong;
- myrrh;
- turmeric;
- achyranthes;
- + 30 special components.
Gel-based paste
The gel patch contains only natural ingredients for the treatment of joint and spine diseases. When used, the gel turns into a film, which should be removed from the skin no later than after 3 hours.
This product contains oils and natural ingredients such as:
- snake venom - improves blood microcirculation and relieves pain;
- bee venom - has anti-inflammatory properties;
- deer antler particles - restore cartilage tissue.
Lidocaine patch
Patches for back pain contain the active ingredient lidocaine. Penetrating through the skin, it can provide rapid pain relief.
Patches are used for:
- osteochondrosis;
- intervertebral hernia;
- myositis.
Exposure time up to 12 hours. The course of treatment is 5 days. Contraindicated for pregnant women and under 14 years of age.
NVPS patch
A patch with the synthetic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory active ingredient diclofenac. Used to treat pain and inflammation in the muscles. Valid for up to 20 hours. The course of treatment is no more than 14 days. The patch is contraindicated for children and pregnant women.
Paste with magnetic powder
The active ingredient of the patch is a powder made from a magnetic mixture. The patch's magnetic field relieves inflammation and swelling, reducing 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 paste
The base of the paste is a mixture of natural pepper and mustard. The effect is created due to the irritating effect of the active component.
By increasing blood flow to the patch application site, the regenerative process is accelerated.
Exposure time up to 6 hours. The application course is no more than 4-5 days. The patch is contraindicated for allergy sufferers. It is not recommended to permanently attach the treatment plate to one spot on the skin.
Lidocaine and prilocaine patches
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.
Heating patch
Thanks to iron powder and activated carbon, it has a warming effect. Patch work begins at the moment of opening; due to the influence of oxygen, oxidation and heating of patch components occurs.
The effect is created due to the heating effect of the active component. Due to the greater blood flow to the patch application site, the healing and regeneration process is 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
Patches from the chondroprotector series that affect the recovery of cartilage tissue and intervertebral discs. Eliminates the cause of pain without relieving pain. The course of treatment is long. Better to use in complex therapy.
Relax patch
The patch is soothing and relieves pain. The main 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.
Plates are used to eliminate:
- muscle pain;
- low joint mobility;
- backache;
- sprained and dislocated.
Which Chinese paste is best to choose?
Chinese patches are distinguished by their natural composition, which acts only on areas experiencing pain and inflammatory syndromes.
There are practically no contraindications.
- Chinese patchfrom wormwood, dandelion, lotus and the root of this herb.
- Scorpion venom patchcontains medicinal herbs and scorpion venom. Plate restores joints and reduces 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.
- A patchcontains ant extract and medicinal herbs. Has a warming and analgesic effect. Ant extract improves blood circulation.
Features of using a patch for back pain
Each type of patch has instructions that must be studied before starting treatment. However, there are general recommendations when using patches. A patch with a heating effect is applied to the cloth so as not to burn the skin. Herbal plates are best used in complex therapy to enhance their effect.
Patches containing NSAIDs should be used for no more than 14 days. General contraindications for most patches are pregnancy and breastfeeding, 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.