I wonder why doctors don't use them for frequent use? If its $, it is sure not their business. My doctor gives me a patch a day plus ointment. I have that stuff coming out my ears, and there is no warnings saying frequent use is dangerous.

My doc tells me to place the patch, not on the affected area, but along the nerve path that leads to the affected area. Study where major nerves run along your body. Try to get on top of this as much as you can, education is everything.

I don't know about where you're at, but here, the ointment costs less than the patches.