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Can I use Voltaren gel for lower back pain? Is it better to use a heating pad or ice and how soon?

I have a pain in my lower back and want to use Voltaren gel on it but I didn't know if I should follow it up with an ice pack or follow up with a heating pad and which one is better or does it affect the treated area at all? How soon after putting the Voltaren on can I use the heating pad or... read more

I have a transplanted kidney. Can Voltaren Gel affect my kidney in any way?

I am restricted in my use of oral NSAIDS. I have severe foot pain and would like to use this gel, but I am afraid of any issues it could cause concerning my transplanted kidney.

What are the side effects of using Voltaren Gel on the ribs?

I used Voltaren Gel on ribs on the left mid chest. The third time I used it there along with hot shower I developed severe chest spasms. I thought I was having a heart attack. It subsided in 4-5 minutes. I will be going for a cardiac evaluation.

Voltaren gel on back ache?

Voltaren Gel - can I refrigerate it?

Voltaren Gel - is it safe to use after a hip replacement on that area and on the healed wound?

my hip is sore around the area where the socket is. no pain where the ball is . the wound is healed so can i use the gel safely.

Voltaren gel for use in treatment of scar tissue?

I had carpal tunnel release surgery 3rd wk in Nov. 2013. I wanted to know if I can use the Voltaren gel at the surgery site (all healed) to help relieve discomfort and break down scar tissue under the skin. I was prescribed this gel to deeply massage into the scarred tissue on my other hand for the... read more

Voltaren Gel - Any good for stiff fingers?

I play guitar and my finder joints are getting stiff and a couple no longer will bend into a tight fist. A bit sore, but not much. Will voltaren gel have any hope of helping these joints? Is it better to exercise, maybe with squeezing a small handball, or is it better to minimize finger work outs... read more

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