Customer Reviews

Icy Hot Medicated Patch, Extra Strength, 5 ct.

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Several years ago, I had a serious back sprain that landed me in the ER--and then confined to a recliner for 10 days. I was in excruciating pain and was on pain killers.

Ever since then, I seem susceptible to back sprains that can sometimes leave me out of commission for almost a week. These Icy Hot patches helped me with me first back injury, but now I use them anytime I get a sprain. They provide noticeable relief--at first feeling cool to numb the pain (methol) and then feeling hot which feels relaxing.

These flexible patches are breathable, so you don't have to worry about them getting sweaty especially in hot temperatures. They stay on for a long time and sometimes, I forget I have them on!

The package says that each Icy Hot Patch works up to 8 hours, but I've had mine on for 12 or longer. They also recommend that you don't use more than 4 times a day.

In addition to muscle strains, sprains and spasms, these patches are also good for:

*Bursitis
*Tendonitis
*Arthritis
*Bruises

The active ingredient is menthol, so do know that it has that "Ben Gay" type of smell.

In each box, there are 5 large patches in a re-sealable pouch. And, because these particular patches are larger, you can use them for other large areas BESIDE the back, such as thighs and calfs.

Icy Hot Patches provide such relief (combined with ibuprofen!) and I always make sure we have a few on hand, just in case. Highly recommended!

SO helpful after I sprained six muscles in my back. I am a nurse in a busy hospital in a large city - my back does not rest for my full 13 hour shift. I am so thankful for this patch as it helps to keep my back loose and comfortable and is SO much easier than trying to attach ice and hot packs like I had to before I found these! Great product and highly recommended. I, too, have had them last longer than 12 hours so you can easily get away with only using one for a full day!

I continue to deal with an aching shoulder (possibly rotator cuff injury?). Different stores have different brands of patches to help out. This is the third of three brands that I have tried--Ben Gay and Activon are the two others. Each has provided symptomatic relief, which is my main goal now.

And, I must say, Icy Hot Patch is pretty comparable in its effect on the discomfort. So, as I try to directly address the underlying problem with exercise, these products help by reducing the pain and discomfort.

So, I'm pretty satisfied. . . .