Ointments for bruises and other injuries not only eliminate pain, but also counteract inflammatory processes. They also dilate blood vessels, warm the tissue and promote its nutrition. Therefore, the therapeutic effect occurs within the first 30-40 minutes after application. The most popular drugs for adults and children are discussed below
Causes of pain
There is a division of causes that cause pain - they are natural and pathological.
Natural causes include muscle fatigue resulting from physical activity.
The list of pathological causes is much wider:
- osteochondrosis - can be lumbar, cervical, thoracic;
- presence of intervertebral hernia;
- damage to the joints of the spine;
- radiculitis;
- rheumatism;
- osteoarthritis.
The most common cause of back pain is damage to the skeletal muscles in acute and chronic forms. The development of the disease occurs due to pinching, squeezing and hypothermia in the cold season.
Vulvovaginitis: drugs
Local and oral agents are used for treatment.
Vaginal suppositories and creams (Gynex, Clotrimazole, Lomixin) are indicated as local ones. Doctors also prescribe a course of tablet antibiotics (Pancef, etc.). For candidal etiology, antifungal agents are prescribed: Nystatin, Fluconazole, Itraconazole, Metronidazole.
Upon completion of treatment, doctors recommend taking probiotics (Lactozhinal, etc.) to restore the microflora.
If the cause of the disease is worms, anthelmintic drugs are needed: Aldazole, Pirantel.
Indications for use of ointments
Ointments for back and lower back pain are used as individual therapy when feeling discomfort, expressed in varying degrees of pain.
Problems appear during the period of exacerbation of chronic pathological disorders when weather conditions change and the body becomes hypothermic. Moderate pain is characterized by minor muscle inflammation and pinched nerve endings.
When choosing an ointment for an individual prescription to a patient, the doctor must take into account the circumstances that caused the discomfort:
- homeopathic medicines with anti-inflammatory effects are prescribed to treat the inflammatory process;
- drugs that have a warming effect are prescribed for the treatment of osteochondrosis and spondyloarthrosis;
- ointments with the effect of local irritation - used to treat pathological changes with moderate pain.
To prescribe a specific drug, it is important to make the correct diagnosis.
Mode of application
Methods of using antibacterial liniments depend on the specific drug and the inflammatory process. The process is described in the instructions.
Basically, ointments are applied as follows:
- For burn and wound injuries, ointments are applied in a layer 1-2 mm thick. The procedure is repeated 1-3 times during the day. The course of treatment is 7 days;
- for inflammation of the mucous membranes of the eye, liniment is placed under both eyelids no more than 3 times a day. The course ranges from 3 days to a week. In case of complications, it can be extended to 2 weeks;
- for skin inflammations, liniments are used up to three times a day for no longer than one week;
- for dermatological diseases, the drugs are used 2 times a day, for up to 7 days. Ointments are applied in a thin layer or pointwise.
Contraindications for use
Absolute contraindications for the use of anesthetic ointments include sensitivity to the constituent components of the drug.
A large proportion of anesthetic ointments for back pain are contraindicated for children and adolescents, pregnant and lactating women.
The presence of injuries, damage or violations of the integrity of the skin (burns, scratches, cuts, dermatitis) on the skin is a contraindication for applying an external product.
Local irritation preparations with a warming effect are approved for use during the period of reducing the exacerbation of the inflammatory process in order to avoid increased pain with further spread to healthy tissues.
Warming ointments contain red pepper extract, as well as bee and snake venoms. Therefore, the use of such an ointment for dry, thin and sensitive skin is contraindicated, as a chemical burn may occur. A replacement for such drugs are drugs with an analgesic or cooling effect.
To relieve discomfort in the back or lower back, pregnant women are prescribed painkillers only after examination by a doctor. The safety of drugs for expectant mothers is determined taking into account the threshold of susceptibility to the individual components included in the ointments or gels.
Osteotropic antibiotics: what they are and what they are used for
Osteotropic antibiotics are often used in dental practice. An antibacterial drug (ABP) is prescribed:
- to eliminate the inflammatory-purulent process (chronic and acute) with peristitis, abscess, odontogenic sepsis, pericoronitis;
- as a prophylaxis against infectious complications after implantation and surgery;
- patients at risk (patients with diabetes, cardiovascular problems).
Antibacterial therapy is contraindicated for surgical interventions on bone tissue, bleeding, and large-area wounds in the oral cavity.
Carrying out treatment
The algorithm is as follows:
- before applying ointments, the skin should be washed and dried;
- ointments are applied in an even layer to the painful area;
- rub in with light pressure, using massaging movements, excess is removed with a napkin.
It is recommended to apply ointments at night; in the evening, the effect of medicinal components is more active. The use of therapy at night promotes restful sleep without pain.
What complications can there be?
Untreated vulvovaginitis can lead to serious consequences. In girls, the formation of dense adhesions of the labia minora is possible. Such a deformation will make sexual life difficult. In addition, this pathology is one of the factors that provoke cystitis.
The disease is especially dangerous during pregnancy. The expectant mother is at risk of spontaneous abortion, endometritis, or the birth of an infected baby.
Chronic vulvovaginitis leads to hardening of the mucous membranes. With this course, cracks and erosions occur more often, and prerequisites for the appearance of oncology appear.
Options for quick pain relief
The onset of the disease is accompanied by acute, piercing pain in the spine or lower back. Painful sensations often deprive a person of the ability to move; the slightest movement provokes the appearance of sharp pain. In this situation, it is important to choose a position in which pain symptoms will decrease:
- Lower back pain – lie on your back with your legs on a pillow.
- Pain in the thoracic region - lie down on your side. It is recommended to use a pillow or cushion under the lower back or between the legs, bent at the knees.
- Pain in the cervicothoracic region - sit in a semi-sitting position, place a pillow between the shoulder blades.
The best ointments for lower back pain
List of the best ointments for back pain
The versatility of an effective ointment for back pain helps to provide an analgesic effect, as well as prevent relapse of the disease.
These drugs help reduce inflammation and stimulate the resorption of edema.
The selection of good ointments should be focused on treatment, and not provoke local adverse reactions.
Painkillers are divided into groups according to their effect.
Ointments with a warming effect
The use of these ointments is effective and safe for the treatment of back pain. When applied, a feeling of warmth appears and pain decreases. There is a rush of saturated blood, which helps reduce the inflammatory process.
A number of external effective and fast-acting remedies:
- "Capsicam" - composition: natural and synthetic ingredients. Used for pain in joints and muscles.
- “Finalgon” – pain is eliminated 5 minutes after use. Used for osteochondrosis.
Ointments for external use have a warming effect and help relieve muscle spasms. It is not recommended to use for diseases in the neck area, since the skin on the neck is thin and there is a possibility of burns.
Reddened skin is a characteristic sign when rubbed with warming ointments, but it is better to discontinue or replace the drug.
Ointments with analgesic effect
Used to reduce severe discomfort. The feeling of pain is eliminated within a few minutes after rubbing with the ointment.
The analgesic effect is characteristic of the following drugs:
- “Voltaren” – helps relieve pain, eliminates inflammation, and is completely absorbed into the skin.
- “Ibuprofen” is used even for children due to the fact that it is not absorbed into the blood.
Anesthetic ointments for back pain are suitable for quickly eliminating pain.
Ointments with anti-inflammatory effect
They influence the long-term improvement of a person’s well-being. Frequently used drugs in medical practice:
- "Fastum Gel" - has an analgesic effect and a cooling effect.
- "Diclofenac" - eliminates inflammation, swelling, pain. Due to its safe properties, it is approved for use by children and adolescents. Used for rubbing the back in the treatment of pathological disorders in the musculoskeletal system.
Ointments with local irritation effect
Famous for their strong analgesic and restorative properties. When rubbed with the ointment, a feeling of warmth and slight tingling appears.
Drugs with the greatest effect:
- “Nayatox” - the ointment contains cobra venom, which helps stimulate vasodilation. It is used for diseases such as lumbago, sciatica, rheumatism.
- “Apizartron” is an ointment based on bee venom that helps stimulate blood flow to damaged areas. Due to its anti-inflammatory effectiveness, it reduces the activity of pathogenic bacteria. Actively affects pain reduction and causes a feeling of coolness.
Chondroprotectors
Helps restore intervertebral discs and articular cartilage. Used for hernia and osteochondrosis.
These means include:
- "Chondroitin-Acos" - renews cartilage tissue.
- Teraflex – preserves bone mass, improves mobility of the spinal column.
The use of chondroprotectors is intended for a long period of treatment therapy (from a month to a year or more); they are characterized by accumulative properties.
Ointments with a combined effect
The different components complement each other, enhancing the therapeutic effect. The best products for frequent use:
- “Dolobene” – main actions: anti-inflammatory, decongestant, analgesic.
- “Indovazin” - its use will eliminate pain, reduce swelling, and restore damaged tissue.
The use of these ointments is recommended for use in men and women to strengthen blood vessels and improve their penetrating properties.
Homeopathic ointments
Homeopathic medicines - due to the low concentration of ingredients, are prescribed for mild discomfort:
- “Target T” – helps restore damaged tissues, has a weak analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect.
- "Traumeel S" - affects the localization of the source of pain. It is used for the inflammatory process in the musculoskeletal system.
These drugs have a cumulative effect.
Share in the comments which of these ointments you used, what the effect was, were you satisfied with the result?
Vulvovaginitis
Vulvovaginitis is a disease of the female genital organs.
Inflammation may be of bacterial origin or be the result of mechanical irritation of the vulvar and vaginal mucosa. The natural structure of the female body allows us to protect the genitals from microorganisms from the external environment. The vaginal microflora of a healthy woman easily inhibits the growth of opportunistic bacteria that live on the mucous membranes. A decrease in immunity due to stress, intoxication or a viral disease can provoke a surge in the activity of pathogens, resulting in the development of acute vulvovaginitis.
