When pain flares up, finding fast relief is a priority. Medicated pain relief creams allow you to directly target areas of muscle, joint, and nerve pain topically. Discover how these creams can provide immediate, lasting pain alleviation.
- How Do Pain Relief Creams Work?
These specially formulated creams contain active ingredients like menthol, capsaicin, lidocaine, or salicylates that are absorbed through the skin’s surface. They relieve pain in a variety of ways:
Cooling or heating sensations to override pain signals
Interfering with pain signal transmissions
Reducing inflammation
Relaxing tense muscle tissues
Improving blood circulation to painful areas
The direct application enables the ingredients to start working quickly for immediate relief.
- Using Creams for Common Pain Symptoms
Pain relief creams can be used for various acute and chronic pain conditions:
Back and neck muscle spasms
Osteoarthritis in hands, knees, and hips
Strained, overworked muscles
Nerve pain from conditions like sciatica
Fibromyalgia tender points
Tendonitis and bursitis flare ups
Talk to your doctor about incorporating an over-the-counter pain relief cream into your pain management plan for faster topical relief.
