Pain is something we tend to ignore or cope with on a day-to-day basis. And it’s pervasive in our world.
Did you know:
• 80 million Americans are “Weekend Warriors” who experience muscle aches and pains.
• 76 million Americans suffer from pain each day.
• 40 million Americans suffer pain from Arthritis.
• 26 million Americans between 20-64 experience frequent back pain.
While there are massage and sauna options for treating pain, many patients also find success with topical treatments.
Biofreeze are classified as topical analgesics, which work through a ‘counter irritant’ mechanism. This means that the menthol in Biofreeze creates a sensation that overrides pain signals to the brain. This process is known as , where nerve impulses from one stimulus block the nerves containing pain signals to the brain. Recent research also suggests that menthol may stimulate cold receptors in the skin that may help regulate pain as well.
Biofreeze was first introduced to the world by a medical professional who was searching for a way to help his grandmother manage her arthritis pain. The formula he created consisted of the active ingredient menthol with a synergistic blend of inactive ingredients. The resulting formula offered quick, effective pain relief without the use of prescription drugs.
Today, Biofreeze products are providing relief to countless arthritis sufferers. But the pain reliever’s unique, cooling formulation is also comforting to sore muscles and muscle sprains; easing back, shoulder and neck pain; reducing painful ankle, knee, hip and elbow joints and helping to lessen effects of muscular strains.
Creekside Chiropractic is an authorized reseller of Biofreeze products.
