- Aspercreme Lidocaine Pain Relief Patch XL for Back, Neck & Shoulder Pain, Topical Patches with Max-Strength 4% Lidocaine & Flexible Fabric Numbs Away Pain, 3 Ct.

it is good for the day and holds the pain away from you. I like the roll on better....easier to use and just as productive.

The Aspercreme Lidocaine XL pain relief patch is effective for back pain. With lidocaine as the active ingredient, it can quickly relieve muscle soreness and stiffness. The extra-large size provides wide coverage and fits the back well. It is easy to use and non-greasy, suitable for post-exercise or daily pain relief, though its effectiveness for deep pain may vary from person to person.

I purchased these as well as Salonpas to have on hand. Came time that I needed them I was glad to have both. I tried the Salonpas the first day. They worked well but didn't have any give so when skin moved and stretched they didn't stretch with it. I'd purchased these in the store previously and they stuck well but that was some years ago and on a different part of my body. Apparently they changed something in the manufacturing because they don't stick as well as they used to. The next day I used the Aspercreme patches. After showering, towel drying well, and air drying for a few minutes to insure my skin was completely dry I placed the pad on my skin. You have to pull these to separate the 2 pieces of plastic stuck to it so I knew immediately it would have some give. I liked the way it stretched but returned to it's original size afterwards. After removing both sides of the plastic to make it easier to hit the spot on my back where I needed it I realized why they suggest removing the smallest piece of plastic first. It's a bit flimsy so it's difficult to work with unless the spot you need it is easily accessible or you have someone helping you. Unfortunately I was on my own and because the area was on my back starting with one side wasn't possible. Both the Salonpas and the Aspercreme pads gave me relief. The Salonpas weren't flexible at all and didn't stick very well. In fact they started peeling away from my skin immediately. The Aspercreme pads are very flexible and have some stretch so they worked better for the spot I needed them on. I must say I was a bit disappointed because even though they stuck well the first few hours they eventually started peeling as well. For me the Aspercreme worked better but honestly I was a bit disappointed with both.

I’ve tried a number of these types of patches and I find this one to be the best for my low back pain. It’s effective and it adheres well.

I think this is as good as you can find for topical pain relief that keeps on working for 6-8 hours. Be careful when applying not to accidently stretch it. It sticks so quickly, it's hard to let it come back to regular size. My first four patches rolled off from friction with clothing during day or night. Then I got more careful, and also used tape (for skin - not for paper) to reinforce corners or edges. Not good for knees or elbows that keep bending. It's done well for my back, but does not take the place of physical therapy.

Helps a great deal

Doesn't feel like it does anything. Didn't notice any difference during use and it didn't stick very well.

Quick Ship. Good size for back pain. Relieves pain