drraisen
Topical products such as creams, lotions, balms, salves, etc. can have local pain-relieving effects when applied to painful areas. In contrast, some patches are intended to work by penetrating through the skin and entering the bloodstream, for a general systemic effect rather than a local effect. Many patients report finding good pain relief from these kinds of products so it could be worth a try for you.
drbultman
