I like Biofreeze for the pain that is closest to the skin - not deep in the muscle - if that makes any sense. I have noticed that it seems to lose effectiveness when i use it often - so I switch between that and Arnica cream. In the winter though, my skin gets so itchy and both of those have alcohol in them. I use tea tree oil then. It smells good - not sure how good it works.

Capazian cream is way too burning on my skin - I darn near went to the ER the night I slathered it on and then tried to wash it off with hot water - not recommended!

I also like Tiger Balm - use it to rub the knots out of my muscles - it hurts but I think it makes me feel better afterwards. Biofreeze and Tiger Balm have menthol in and that smell comforts me. Some people don't like it, but I do.

The heating pad works on the deep aching pain but not on the nerve pain - it aggravates that - at least in my experience.

I don't think it would be a good idea to use the Biofreeze at the same time you are using the heating bad though. Good luck!

Thank u guys. I dont use the heating pad if i use icy hot or the icy hot type patches.

I was curious what types of heating pad you all use and if there is a good one out there that stays hot. The heating pad doesnt get down into my joints and muscles but does help a bit.

I use Therma Care heat wraps and honey chile they are the best thing since sliced bread. I cant get through my days sometimes without them.
I like biofreeze also. I used to use Capscaisin but my skin thought it would be cool to develop a sensitivity to it. I sustained a huge chemical burn down my back from it after using it for many yrs as needed only.
I also use the Bed buddy which Walgreens carries. You put it in the microwave and it has beads in it that release moisture. It conforms to your body also, I drape it around my neck for those lovely muscle spasms that damn near kill me.

My mother SWEARS by it. I found a site that will give you a free sample, I think it was the company itself, but if your can't find it write me and I'll retrace my steps.

USE THE ROLL ON

Careful not to let someone rub your area that you apply it to because if they rub their eyes the pain is HORRIBLE!

One more thing. My mom loves it, I do not!

On my neck it is too intense and I can't get it off for a while, it burns me.

BIOFREEZE IS THE BEST!! Do be careful withit on your hands because if you forget and touch anywhere else you will know right away!! I keep a roll on in my purse. One of the fire fighters at my husbands work is using it now since I bought him a bottle for knee surgery. He now swears by it!! I know I use a rice heating pad that I throw in the microwave and it is a moist heat. I also got told you can use coffee beans the same way and you can make it at home very easy!! Good luck

I have used up my free samples aand can't afford to buy any. It was really good for easing the pain. can;t get it on Rx here - bummer

biofreeze is good stuff, but works just a little for me, I use electric blanket which helps right now.