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- - Topical or ointment for nerve pain relief (https://www.neurotalk.org/peripheral-neuropathy/179433-topical-ointment-nerve-pain-relief.html)

Biofreeze is not pricey on Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/BIOFREEZE-Pain...ords=biofreeze

It lasts a long time because you don't gob it on... it penetrates quickly so you don't need much at each application.

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Originally Posted by APJH (Post 944324)

Hi mrsD. Thanks very much for your response. My doc prescribed Lidoderm patches and I tried them for 1 week. I was extremely disappointed that they did not work for the pain or burning at all. Also, they kept bunching up and would NOT stay in place. Extremely frustrating all around.

That said, I have about 45 of the 60 patches left, if anyone wants to try them! :)

Because BioFreeze is pricy, I'm trying to get my hands on a sample to try before I buy some. My acupuncturist may be able to get me a sample.

Thanks again for your reply and here's to less pain in 2013!

Best,
APJH

Also.... where did you apply the Lidoderms? How you use them and where to best get the results, is the best kept secret there is about this product.

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Originally Posted by mrsD (Post 944401)

I agree. You can also buy it on eBay or at a sports store, chiropractor (without having to see one), etc. You don't need much. Use it as directed.

I saw that a local drug store (Walgreens) has biofreeze for a couple dollars more in stock. I am going to give it a try :)

Lidoderm patches

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Originally Posted by mrsD (Post 944402)

Also.... where did you apply the Lidoderms? How you use them and where to best get the results, is the best kept secret there is about this product.

I use them for what I call my flare-ups. That is when the burning feels as though someone has placed a hot iron on my palms and the soles of my feet. I pay $40 for 180 patches through my insurance. I usually cut each patch into four pieces. I place 1 piece on each foot, directly below the toes. I do the same with my hands, directly below the fingers. Then I cover my hands with gloves that have the fingers removed, and cover my feet, if able, with a light pair of socks. If pain is really an issue, I only cut the patch in half to cover more surface area. I have worn the patches on my feet inside my work shoes and did not have trouble with them bunching up. It is whatever works on any given day. You just pull out your "bag of tricks" and keep digging till you find one that works. Good night, all!:Zzzz::hug:

Hi Brue and forum

I use the script with lido, gaba, con, also. This has helped alot for the PN I have. The lidoderm patch does smush around alot, you can't sleep with them. Thanks for the response. ginnie:hug:

I got a can of Biofreeze yesterday and it did help to take the burn in my feet down a couple of levels, I found that my feet were more sensitive to touch and are still tender today.