Squeeze
How much Voltaren to use
Let’s get the magic underway.
Firstly, flip open the cap, specially designed for those with joint and finger pain as an Easy Open cap. Squeeze out enough gel to comfortably cover the affected area. This could be anywhere between the size of a cherry and a walnut.
Treat
How to use Voltaren
Rubbing, it seems simple. And actually, it is. Astonishingly rubbing can relieve pain for as long as 20 minutes. Scientists have found that gentle stroking activates "pleasure" nerves beneath the skin, which then reduces the sensation of pain from other nerves. In simple terms, your brain is completely overloaded with competing sensory information that it stops pain signals from being appropriately perceived.
So, if you thought the phrase ‘rub it better’ was just for children, you’d be wrong. Grownups can seriously benefit too.
Treating Neck and Back Pain
Treating neck and back pain with Voltarol can be challenging due to the difficulty of reaching this area. Applying the gel or cream to the neck's precise assistance to ensure proper coverage.
The sensitive nature of the nexk makes it important to use caustion and expertise when applying topical treatments to avoid any inadvertent discomfort or complications. Watch the full video to learn more
Clean
Should you wash your hands after using Voltaren
Now to clean up!
Once you’ve rubbed in the gel, you may still have some excess gel on your hands. Wipe them with an absorbent tissue (not a wet wipe!). Throw it in the bin. Then wash your hands (provided your hands are not the site of pain, of course). Make sure to wait for the applied gel to dry before jumping in the shower, too.
When you are finished with your tube, take it to a pharmacy so they can safely recycle or dispose of the tube. For more information here’s a handy site with more info on how to dispose of medicine safely: http://medsdisposal.eu
Repeat
When to use Voltaren
Our 2.32% Emulgel was formulated to fight pain effectively when applied every 12 hours, or twice a day.
The gel should be used twice a day until you stop feeling pain. Although you should only use the gel for up to 14 days in a row for muscle sprains or strains, or up to 21 days in a row for osteoarthritis, unless your doctor tells you otherwise. But we know, life gets in the way of the best laid plans – so we’ve put together some tips and tricks to remind yourself to use Voltaren!
Then you can keep getting that triple effect of relieving pain, reducing inflammation and stiffness, and reducing the body’s healing time, again and again!
Frequently Asked Questions
Pain is personal and we believe the solution to it should be too
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Voltaren 2.32% 12 hour Emulgel
Voltaren Emulgel 2.32% provides joint pain relief up to 12 hours without a prescription. Go about your day without any distractions from your pain management.
For pain, swelling, and inflammation in muscles and joints, Voltaren 12H Gel has a triple effect that relieves pain, reduces inflammation and speeds healing to get you moving again with a skip in your step and a smile on your face..
