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Over-the-counter medications — such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) — may help ease knee pain. Some people find relief by rubbing the affected knee with creams containing a numbing agent, such as lidocaine, or capsaicin, the substance that makes chili peppers hot.
Several topical products (Voltaren Arthritis Pain, Pennsaid, others) are made with a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicine called diclofenac. They treat osteoarthritis in joints that are close to the skin, such as the hands and knees. These products were once available only by prescription.
Cream containing capsaicin may be applied to skin over a painful joint to relieve pain. Use alone or with oral medication. Consult your doctor if over-the-counter medications don't relieve your pain.
Diclofenac topical solution is used to treat pain and swelling caused by osteoarthritis of the knees. Diclofenac topical patch and topical system is used to treat acute pain caused by minor strains, sprains, and contusions (bruises). This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Lidocaine skin patch is used to relieve nerve pain caused by herpes zoster or shingles (postherpetic neuralgia). Lidocaine belongs to the family of medicines called local anesthetics. This medicine prevents pain by blocking the signals at the nerve endings in the skin.
If your knee hurts, consider the following: Pain relievers. Over-the-counter medications such as ibuprofen and naproxen sodium may provide short-term pain relief. Avoid activity that causes pain. You may need to practice your sport less often or temporarily switch to a lower impact sport. Working through pain can further damage your patellar ...
A bench in your shower could help relieve the pain of standing if you have knee osteoarthritis. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS). This uses a low-voltage electrical current to relieve pain. It provides short-term relief for some people with knee and hip osteoarthritis.
Capsaicin is used to help relieve a certain type of pain known as neuralgia (shooting or burning pain in the nerves). Capsaicin is also used to help relieve minor pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis or muscle sprains and strains.
For most people, knee replacement significantly improves mobility and relieves knee pain. But in some patients, the pain persists after surgery. Your first step in dealing with ongoing knee pain in this situation is to make an appointment to see the surgeon who performed your knee replacement.
Curcumin has anti-inflammatory properties, making it a potential treatment for a number of health conditions, including pain, asthma and decreased movement in people with osteoarthritis. Other research suggests that curcumin may reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels.