Salonpas Pain Patch for Osteoarthritis User Reviews

• Kat...
• September 15, 2019

"I made sure my spine was free of clothing and peeled the film away and was able to put my patch on myself without a hitch. No problem. I'm now sitting upright on my bed with pillows behind my neck and head. It's tingling a little, but with the pain I had today, I could barely cook breakfast and feed the cats. I'm feeling relief now, and I bought these at the dollar store for a pack of 5 for a dollar! Best buck I ever spent. I need to get a shower, and now I think I can without pain. I recommend it. Been taking Motrin and gabapentin for way too long. I think I found my way out!!!"

• Fir...
• September 8, 2019

"Have used the old version of the patches for years and am rating them a ten. The new 'improved' version is flimsy, doesn't stay on, and is more expensive. The large back patch was tried by my husband and also did not stick well. I want the old product back!!!!!"

• Gin...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• July 24, 2019

"I used these patches since they came out, and they stuck, and pain was gone in 15 to 20 min, as was the odor. I used them all the time for pain in my spine and neck, and they always stuck. Then they changed from white plastic to skin-colored, and now they do not stick to your body-clothes yes, bedding yes, so you do not get any relief from pain. I called the company and got nothing."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 22, 2019

"I used Salonpas patches in the past before the company made them new and improved. Comparing the old with the new, there are no comparisons, the old worked, and the new does not. If something is not broken, don't try and fix it. I do not need a product new and improved, I need a product that works. Please bring the old Salonpas patches back."

• JZa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 9, 2021

"Have used topical solutions with mixed results. Had purchased Salonpas pain patches some time ago and thought I would try it out for a painful shoulder as the topicals were not working. Amazing result to my surprise. Gained much improved flexibility. Same result 3 times as needed. So far, so good! No issues applying patch and no side effects."

• Bee...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 18, 2019

"I've used these for a number of years with some success. But... the peel-off backing sticks only to itself and is almost impossible to apply to my back where I need it most. I've given up, realized that I wasted $$, and will never buy again."

• Kat...
• March 18, 2020

"20 years ago, I fell and broke my foot. They had to remove my heel, and they replaced it with a cadaver bone, plates, and screws. I have a pretty physically active job, and I walk every day for exercise. However, living in Texas, when the weather changes dramatically in a few hours, or if I'm on vacation and walk a lot, it can really get painful. Taking OTC pain relief pills just doesn't work, it's really deep bone pain. It can keep me awake at night and makes it painful during the day. Salonpas is amazing. I place it on my heel with a sock to keep it in place. Within a half hour, I'm pain-free. This stuff is incredible."

• PNW...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 3, 2020

"Have had an X-ray and an MRI in the last two months - physical therapy with ultrasound along with traction, but nothing managed the chronic pain I was suffering at night. I was unable to roll onto my right side as the hip pain was so terrible. I tried 1,000 mg of Gabapentin for two weeks and no change, along with muscle relaxers and Meloxicam. Last night, I slapped one of these Salonpas Pain Patches on my hip and was surprised when I woke up at 2:30 on my right side! Best night sleep! Makes me wonder if I should cancel my spine injections?!!!"

• Mad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 26, 2019

"This was a total waste of money. Read the directions for use and application. Opened the package, peeled the plastic film off of the patch. The patch immediately folded over in half and glued itself together. I tried to peel it back apart, and it only made it worse. Ended up throwing the patch away. A total waste of my money. Won't buy another one again. I do not have the luxury of having someone help me put this patch on me. I have to do this myself. Since this needs to go on my lower back and to the side, it is very difficult for me to reach behind me in this awkward twist (too much pain). I tried putting a second one on by only peeling back a small section at a time. Once again, the patch folded over onto itself, and no matter what I did, all it wanted to do was fold over onto itself. I won't be buying any more of these patches EVER!!"

• Ber...
• February 13, 2020

"Saw this Salonpas Pain Patch on an ad on TV, looked good, then tried them, utter garbage, must be people from the company giving these good reviews, they don’t stick, roll up in a ball, do absolutely nothing for pain. People, save your money, they are cheap for a reason. Junk."

• wha...
• September 25, 2017

"I have been using these pain patches for several years, and they were always very effective. However, since the new patches came out, I have not been happy with them. They are still very effective in relieving pain, but they will not stick as in the past. They very easily fall off. This was never a problem with the other patches."

• Phe...
• January 24, 2020

"I suffer from osteoarthritis and fell, hurting my ribs. I'm on strong pain meds, but it still hurt like crazy when I moved or coughed. I tried the Salonpas pain patch over the area, not expecting it to work, and the pain reduced so much. I'm not a fan of patches, but I can honestly say I'm totally impressed."

• Chr...
• August 27, 2017

"I have tried heat pads, freeze pads, gels, tablets, and I am really pleased I saw these advertised on the TV. I tried them, and I had no expectations at all. I was very surprised that they worked on my neck pain, my hip pain, back pain, and have no complaints. Worth giving a go, may not be suitable for everyone, but worked for me."

• Jud...
• June 3, 2017

"I have used Salonpas forever and have always been satisfied with it. Now I noticed that you are using a different type of material, and I don't feel it works as good. I normally put them on at night on my neck, and the new ones come off before morning. The old ones stayed on all night. Why did you make a change when what you had was just fine?"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 1, 2019

"Maybe I got a pack of the old ones, because that thing took the first layer of skin off when removed. I'm reading the new ones don't stick well, but the one I used didn't want to come off! Not worth it."

• Amy...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 26, 2020

"I have osteoarthritis in my lumbar spine to the point that I cannot stand up sometimes. The Salonpas patches actually work better than the prescription ones the doctor gave me. I think they're great, but I wish I was sure they would not hurt my kidneys like other topicals can."

• Lyn...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 1, 2021

"I live with chronic pain due to osteoarthritis. Prescribed gabapentin, using Bengay, CBD cream, a TENS device, and taking Tylenol, nothing helped for more than a couple of hours. I dreaded going to bed at night. That was until I tried Salonpas. Easily applied the patch to my lower back according to the instructions, slept through the night, woke up rested and feeling so much better."

• hiv...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 26, 2017

"I used the patch, and because I thought it was helping reduce the pain of my tendonitis in my wrists, I continued using it. The pain in neither wrist got worse, and my palm hurt and also the fingers. A week ago, after using the Salonpas Pain Patch for over three months, my wrists have swollen, and the pain is excruciating. I went back to my doctor, but because he was not aware that I had used the patch for a long time, he thought the swelling of the wrists was due to rheumatoid arthritis. The swelling is going down gradually. I would like to add here that I am allergic to aspirin and ibuprofen. I read the label only yesterday!"

• Pam...
• October 20, 2019

"The old Salonpas were so much better. I would have rated them a ten. Of course, the company had to put only one Salonpas per use instead of two to use, and they are not as strong, and they wrinkle up. They should have just left the products alone, it was great before. I think I’ll switch to something else."

• Pai...
• November 27, 2019

"When first trying the pads, it had two patches on each side. They help with the pain, but hard to remove. I still use them, but now that they switched to one patch, they fall off. I showered and used alcohol on the site, however, they still fell off. I'm not pleased with the new way they come."

• Jes...
• May 12, 2021

"Since I only recently purchased my first package, I do not know what the old one was like. I have had so much relief from the latest formula. My sister recommended them, and I love them for arthritic back and hips. I only use a small patch. I can see how large ones might be hard to apply without help, but I haven't had any trouble at all, and they stay on just fine. My stepdaughter recently visited, and her knees were hurting. They helped her as well. Don't change a thing. Advice from a new loyal customer."

• Bar...
• May 5, 2017

"These patches have made life bearable and sleep possible. I was suffering from severe pain from arthritis and also ruptured discs. I have been able to function and go about life with the aid of these patches."

• Jan...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 7, 2022

"I prefer the older white patches as they stuck all night. But I will say they take my pain away in about 1/2 hour and work great! They need to make their patches stick better! Call customer service and they are rude. I buy patches and use them but wish the white ones were back for people NOT allergic to latex!"

• Dou...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 19, 2021

"Had a kink in my neck for weeks, and OTC pain relievers were not making a dent. Tried Salonpas, and they worked the very first time. Very impressed with how quickly the pain/discomfort was reduced, for the most part eliminated. For the price, to me, they are the best value out there for nagging pain and discomfort. Someone did mention that they need to be applied to the muscle(s) in the target area, and not on or too near any bone(s). I did have two times I tried them on my knee, and there was not much improvement. On my neck above the spine (thoracic?), I put one on the meaty area between that and the back of my head, and it is amazing."

• Jac...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 19, 2020

"Broke my wrist, and it didn't heal quite right. When playing piano, my wrist will start to ache. The Salonpas patch relieves the pain in minutes. Very effective."