A review of the use of topical analgesics for myofascial pain.

Abstract

Numerous treatment strategies for myofascial pain syndrome are available, including physical therapy, behavioral pain management techniques, acupuncture, various types of injections, and the use of various pharmacotherapeutic approaches. The use of topical analgesics for myofascial pain syndrome is the focus of this review. The use of topical analgesics in other painful states is also reviewed.

• Authors: Charles E Argoff
• Journal: Current pain and headache reports (Curr Pain Headache Rep) Vol. 6 Issue 5 Pg. 375-8 (Oct 2002) ISSN: 1531-3433 [Print] United States
• PMID: 12207850 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)

Chemical References

• Analgesics

Topics

• Administration, Topical
• Analgesics (administration & dosage, therapeutic use)
• Humans
• Myofascial Pain Syndromes (drug therapy)