Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches Feedback Thread NOW CLOSED

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Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches provide drug free soothing pain relief from pregnancy related muscular back pain. Like an ice pack, but more convenient and easy to use, Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches work by cooling the skin and underlying tissue helping to reduce both pain and swelling.

Here's what Deep Freeze say: "Back pain affects three out of four pregnant women yet many areunaware of the risks of taking certain medication during pregnancy according to new research. But there is no need to grin and bear the muscular aches and pains of pregnancy as just over half (55%) of women currently do."

They go on to say: "The cryotherapy (cold cooling pain relief therapy) provided by Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patch provides fast acting, self-adhesive, cooling pain relief to the affected area for up to 3 hours."

So testers, please share on this thread your opinion on the following: all comments welcome!

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain?

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?

Q5 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money?

Everyone who tests the product and adds feedback as required will be entered into a prize draw where one tester will win £250 worth of John Lewis vouchers.

Please note your feedback and comments may be used by the team at Deep Freeze on social media and elsewhere. New pregnancy symptoms, including backache, should always be discussed with your doctor or midwife.

Thanks and good luck,

MNHQ

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Q1
Breastfeeding a 10 month old. I wanted to try the patches as I have suffered with back pain since having a RTC a few years ago which was made worse by pregnancy.

Q2
I found the patch easy to apply, simply peel the backing off and stick it where needed. I think it could benefit from advising which is the sticky bit before you peel it off. It felt nice when when I applied it and smoothed it down as it has a fabric back and appeared to stick well. I was disappointed that after only one hour it started to peel off. I think this was due to it being a hot evening and I was a bit sweaty. I tried to restick it but it didn't stick back well.

Q3
When first applied the cooling effect was low but it increased the longer I wore it. It had a menthol smell and was refreshing but I didn't feel it was the same effect as an ice pack. I did not feel my muscular aches improved after using it. The minty feeling did continue after I removed the patch which was quite nice.

Q4
I do not think I would purchase this product because I could have a better effect from an actual ice pack or a deep heat spray

Q5
I would not recommend these to pregnant or breastfeeding women unless they had spare cash and wanted them for novelty value. The only advantage I can see is if you were somewhere that it was inconvenient to use an actual ice pack such as at the office or walking about town.

Q5
I consider this price rather expensive and not value for money considering it only lasted an hour on my back.

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.

I am a first time mum of a 9 week old baby girl. I wanted to test these patches as I have been suffering from back pain since giving birth and carrying her around after her latest growth spurt!

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?

The patch was easy to open, but success in applying it varied. At first I found it tricky to get it in place where the pain was on my lower back, but practice made perfect! It also scrunched up a bit with movement, but this was easily fixed by peeling it back a bit and reapplying. It immediately got to work with the cold sensation kicking in after a few minutes, intensifying with movement (in a good way) and I found it lasted for a few hours.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

Yes and it gave a comforting tingly feeling to ease the pain.

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain?

Yes, I would buy these patches again, but I don't think I would use them on regular basis, just every now and then to help me carry on with jobs when I'm out and about.

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?

I would recommend these to friends and family as an alternative remedy.

Q5 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money?

As I wouldn't look to use them that often, I think the pricing isn't too bad, possibly a bit expensive for some. I would probably purchase the larger box and put it away in my medical box. I'd also be more tempted if the larger pack was under the £5.00 price mark.

Overall, I would definitely recommend this product to others. It helps relieve pain effectively and is a great alternative to drugs or painkillers.

I'm breastfeeding a nearly 16 month old and have suffered from a bad back since pregnancy. Being stuck in one position whilst breastfeeding made things worse. Paracetamol and ibuprofen don't touch the pain really and i don't like to take many drugs.

I found the patch quite difficult to apply to my lower back by myself as it kept flopping and sticking together. When DH did it for me though it was simple. I left it on for a couple of hours but thought the effects wore off before then.

I felt the patch more when sitting down but that doesn't happen often with an active toddler to entertain.

I don't think they helped a great deal with my pain and I wouldn't recommend them. I feel they are expensive for what they are.

Q1 - I am 14 weeks pregnant and on my feet a lot in my job. When I stand for long periods of time, I get lower back pain.

Q2 - first of all, I loved the smell. I got my husband to apply the patch as I wouldn't have been able to reach and put it on properly. My husband has no patience and because he did it really easily and quick, I would say this is good. Lasted 2-3 hours.

Q3 - they really settled the pain and I loved the soothing/fresh feeling.

Q4 - yes I would. They helped me to continue to perform my duties.

Q5 - yes, I loved the cooling sensation. Made the pain numb.

Q1. Pregnant and breastfeeding a 16 month old. I have had lower back pain since my second pregnancy, especially if sitting for longer periods.

Q2. Had to get my husband to apply it as when I tried I couldn't get it to stick well enough. I felt it working pretty much straight away and lasted for a couple of hours.

Q3. Yes, it eased the pain when it was on.

Q4. Yes i would buy them if they were on special offer to have in the cupboard, but probably wouldn't use them all the time.

Q5. Yes I think I would mention it to them as something that I have tried.

Q5. they are a bit expensive but would be good if you were travelling and needed them in you luggage. Using them long term would work out quite expensive.

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.
I am breastfeeding, no back problems before or during pregnancy but since having my LO have had lower back pain. It's a muscular pain and it comes and goes, only lasting for a day or two then with rest it goes away again. Whilst it is sporadic, it's quite an intense pain. I think it's caused by poor posture when breastfeeding and holding a leaning position over the Moses basket. When the pain is there, I can't lean over at that angle without feeling as if my back will give way.

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?
I have now used 2 patches (only had the pain twice since receiving) and found them very easy to apply, just peel and stick. It stayed in place well although it did start to roll at the bottom edge, I think where the waistband on my jeans was rubbing it. It lasted a few hours, can't remember exactly as it doesn't really stop as much as gently fades and you sort of don't notice until you realise it's not cold at all anymore.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?
Definitely, it decreased the recovery time of my ache considerably. Also felt quite nice whilst it was on.

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain?
Yes definitely, they worked!

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?
Yes, I think they're a great alternative. They worked for me where low dose oral painkillers (Paracetamol & Brufen) didn't.

Q5 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money?
I imagine if your pain is more frequent this would not be a cost effective solution but for me, as my pain is on and off (and more off than on) it's a great price I'd be happy to pay.

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.

I am breastfeeding and even before having children suffered with back pain. Whilst pregnant and breastfeeding it is not easy to take painkillers and so finding something that means I can life my children without wincing in pain was a great idea.

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?
Not that easy to apply and not as sticky as expected. They do last for a few hours and certainly help to alleviate pain.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?
Yes, my husband also commandeered one after a cricket match and was very impressed at how they helped with the ache in his shoulder.

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain?
Depends on how much they are. Certainly useful to have in the house.

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?
I would as a good alternative for instant relief.

Q5 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money?
Bit expensive, would wait to see them on offer.

Q1 I'm breastfeeding a 13 month old. I get muscular shoulder pain regularly, period pain and the odd minor sporting injury or sports-related muscular pain.

2. Easy to apply to front but not so much the back. Used on my wrist and it was a bit big so kept peeling off. Lasted better in other places

3. the pain instantly felt better and it seemed to actively reduce the swelling causing the pain

4. I'd consider buying them again but the price may deter me

5. Yes, I'd recommend them but point out they were expensive

6. No I think they are too expensive should be held the price

Q1: I suffer from a bad back and wanted to try these because I am breast feeding my daughter.

Q2: the patches are not difficult to apply but can crumple, which reduces their effectiveness. The effect lasts for a couple of hours.

Q3: yes, they were great at easing my bad back.

Q4: yes, I would use them again.

Q5: yes.

Q6: they are quite expensive but provide a good solution when you do not want to take conventional pain killers.

Thank you for picking me for this trial.

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.
Pregnant- 16 weeks, suffer from lower and upper back pain. Suffered badly in first pregnancy so will presumably get worse

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?
No- it kept sticking to my clothes and then folded up. After I had used, I tried to put on hubby, easier to put on someone else

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?
Not at first but after 15 mins I did notice the difference. When I stood up the cold came back but didnt notice when sat down

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain?
Yes probably if I couldnt use normal pain relief

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?
Yes

Q5 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money?
Quite expensive but I'm sure if you shop around then you may get them cheaper. They do work!

Q1 20 weeks pregnant, PGP (lower back, hip & groin pain),

Q2 Easy to apply but awful for crumpling when sitting down/getting back up!

Q3 About as much as taking one paracetamol, which is more than i was expecting

Q4 No. I think the patches would be more useful in a rippable packet. I would like to wear them out & about but would need to carry scissors with me (which I don't want to do with a toddler & baby)!

Q5 As a last resort!

Q5 I think they're overly expensive for a product that rides up/is unusable after an hour and you can't use on the go.

1. 7 1/2 months pregnant. Sacroiliac joint pain - particularly on sitting in the car. Tend to seize up at times.

Q2 The adhesive on the patch meant that it was really easy to apply. They stayed stuck when not moving, but started to slip a little when moving when worn under clothing- probably given the heat that we are experiencing.

Q3 Feels very nice on. Nice cooling effect. Definitely takes the edge off the pain.

Q4 Yes. But we have some reusable cooling gel patches also for this purpose which we keep in the freezer.

Q5 Yes. Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?

Q5 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money?

Hmm… considering that they are single use, I don't think that this represents particularly good value for money when you consider that you can buy a reusable cooling gel pad for similar to the pack price.

Q1 I'm currently breastfeeding my almost 16 month old. I'm not in daily pain but do sometimes get lower back ache.

Q2 It was tricky to apply. It folded in itself and was difficult to peel apart again. The initial cool feel was there straight away but faded very quickly, within minutes. However, occasionally over the next few hours I was reminded of the patch's presence by a slightly colder feel around the edges of the patch.

Q3 I did find the pain had gone, I was surprised.

Q4 I would use the patches again, if they cheap enough or the pain was bad enough to warrant the cost.

Q5 I would.

Q5 No, that's terribly expensive.

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.

I'm 10 weeks pregnant and have historic back conditions. Wedge fracture L1 (2008) and a slipped disc last year. I get lots of muscular pains and want to avoid medication. I need good lumbar support when sitting or else I get pain.

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?

Patch was easier to apply by a second person. I tried myself several times and it stuck to itself or I couldn't find right spot. Effect lasted 1.5-2 hours approx. it felt better to press the patch into skin so I sat with a cushion pressed into the area.
The stickiness of the pads wasn't great, the edges kept getting caught on my clothes, this was annoying.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

There was some improvement but it didn't last as long as I would have liked. Again the best effect was it patch pressed into skin, otherwise I didn't notice it as much.

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain?

I might be tempted to use them again as an alternative to medication but I would like a longer effect and a better sticking patch.

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?

I would recommend, they are worth trying.

Q5 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money?

It ok value, I think I would want more for £5.49. Considering their short effect it could get very expensive to use them during 9 months of pregnancy!

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.
Breastfeeding a 5mo. I wanted to try them as I get lots of aches and pains, especially in my back and my knees. I've got three children, eldest is 4yo, so I'm forever bending/stretching and lifting/carrying. I had a RTA a while ago and hurt my back, this flares up during pregnancy. I'm also hypermobile (9/9 on the Beighton Scale) so I get achy without cause too

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?
I found it a bit floppy and awkward to apply to my back, easier to apply to my knees. The sticky wasn't very good at the edges. The middle was fine but the sides kept curling up and the whole thing kept scrunching up as a result

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?
it did and it didn't. It worked well on my knees and relieved the ache there. On my back they were useless. I don't know if it's possible for one area of your body to be sensitive to a product and other areas be fine but whenever I tried a patch on my back I had to remove it within a few minutes as it burned painfully. The first one I tried on there actually left a rectangular welt where it had touched my skin. My knees were fine but after three attempts with my back I gave up

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain?
I wouldn't buy them as I think they're expensive for what the are. A tube of cooling cream or a reusable cool pack would be much more cost effective.

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?
I'd say they're worth a try BUT I'd also tell then the cons I've listed here (price, scrunching up, floppy, etc).

I also haven't received a link to any surveys.

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.

I am breastfeeding. I have shoulder and neck pain permanently due to a car accident. I also have a shortened leg which causes ankle, hip and knee pain.

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?

Easy to apply, lasted about 3 hours

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

It numbed them slightly for a while, it definitely had an effect but it wasn't total.

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain?

Probably not, they were good, but not amazing. I prefer heat to cold I think

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?

I would, based on the fact that different things work for different people

Q5 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money?

No, I think that is far too expensive considering the price of similar products in tube form

Q1) I am currently breastfeeding (5.5mth old DD) I have been suffering with a lot of lower back aches I assume are a result of being on strict bedrest for 6 months during my pregnancy meaning I had to spend at least 20hrs each day laying flat on my back to avoid another preterm delivery and also due to poor posture whilst breastfeeding. On a day-to-day basis I suffer with lower back ache particulary when I have been in a sitting position for too long or walking quite a while.

Q2) I was surprised that although the adhesive looked fairly thin it did stick well to my lower back and I could feel it instantly. I did however find it a little frustrating that it would easily stick to my other fingers and fold over. After wrestling with the patch to stop it folding over of gathering in place as I stuck it to my lower back I did notice that the patches would last between 2.5-3hrs.

Q3) I honestly found the patches to work almost instantly. The cold sensation really does help to distract you from focusing on your aches and pains.

Q4) I would definitely buy the patches again as I found them to work almost instantly.

Q5) I would definitely recommend these patches to not only expectant or breastfeeding mums but also to family & friends, as well as colleagues. I let my fiancè use one of the patches for a sports related muscle ache and he highly recommends them also.

Q6) I believe the price is too high for the product, this is likely to turn off potential buyers.

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.

Pregnant, have some lower back pain I wanted to try it on.

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?

As I'm getting a bit bigger I had to get my other half to put it on but it was easy enough

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

Yes, the sensation was nice and it lasted well

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain?

Maybe - The patch started to roll off after a bit so the stickiness of the glue wasn't great considering this isn't an active part of the body (like knee or hip joint) I would be wary about how the patch itself would preform

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?

Probably

Q5 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money?

It's a bit expensive to be honest but if it was just for a short period of time I would say yes.

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.

I have a chronic pain condition and I don't like to take any more drugs than absolutely necessary as you can build up a tolerance. I get aches and pains in my neck, shoulders, back, knees and hands. When the pain is bad I can't get comfortable and can't sleep.

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?

I tried the patch on my lower back and it was a little awkward to apply but once it was on it stayed in place fine. I left it on for almost three hours.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

Yes! I didn't think it was working at first but it gradually took effect and there was a good two hours of really effective pain relief. It was far better than I expected!

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain?

Yes! I was surprised by how effective it was and will definitely use them again. I think they will be very helpful at night when the pain is stopping me sleeping or for lower back pain when on long drives.

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?

Definitely!

Q5 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money?

This does seem quite expensive for anyone with a chronic condition. I can see someone paying this for a one off muscle strain type injury but it would be too much for me to pay regularly. I will probably save them for when my pain is really bad rather than use as an everyday type treatment.

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.

I was 39 weeks pregnant when I received the patches and was suffering badly with SPD. I Could barely walk or move. Lying down was agony

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last? It was easy to apply and felt really cold on application. It was a sort of sweet agony. It lasted for up to 2 hours on application.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains? It really helped. I felt a lot better though the pain didn't go away entirely because it's a deep rooted one but it helped relieve the superficial aches and pains.

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain? I would definitely buy them.

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers? Yes I would.

Q5 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money? They're a little expensive but if you were in real pain cost would not matter to you. The targeted application of the patch gives it an advantage over oral painkillers

Tried the deep freeze patch a couple of days ago after experiencing back pain which is something I regularly get and now even more so carrying my 3month year old in a baby carrier for hours on end. I'm breast feeding and weary of taking too much pain medication.
Overall I found the application of the patch okay. I did need to have my partner put it on though which is a drawback. Once on though, the patch was comfortable- didn't slip nor feel too stuck on.
The patch did offer effective pain relief and I really liked the tingling sensation. I would recommend it especially for pregnant friends or even for the growing pains of my 8year old daughter as it can be used by both.
As for value, it is okay. When you consider that a couple of generic paracetamol cost only about 20p it doesn't seem that good of a deal and only cost effective for those who really can't take paracetamol. I am very cost sensitive as most moms are and would be more likely to buy if it was priced under a £1.

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.

I'm breastfeeding and get lower back pain (since having kids).

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?

Easy to apply. It did cut it in two, despite the guidance saying not to, as I needed to cover two small areas at the bottom of my back where I get pain. Cutting the patches didn't make any difference to the way they worked.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?
Yes, at first I thought the coolness was just distracting, but actually it did ease the pain after a while

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain?
I might do, if I was pregnant

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?
Yes

Q5 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money?
Quite expensive, compared to oral painkillers

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.I am currently breastfeeding my 8month old and get alot of back pain and pain in my neck and shoulders which can be made worse when at work

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?I had to get my husband to apply the patch but once it was in place it was quite effective

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains? yes it was excellent especially when at work

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain? yes I found them very effective

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?yes

Q6 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money?they are a bit expensive so would probably only buy if in desperate need

Q1 Please say whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding etc and why you wanted to try the patches. Please describe how the muscular aches and pain affect you on a day to day basis.

I am breastfeeding and I also have SPD and I am doing physio. I am in pain every day (pelvic area) and I do not want to take too many painkillers and get used to them especially now that I am breastfeeding. I have to stay in bed sometimes when the pain is too bad.

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?

The patch was easy to apply, but it had a tendency to move. Perhaps some sort of tape around the patch would help with that? It might have been because it was rubbing my clothes. Some of them were better than others at staying in place.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

Yes, definitely.

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain?

Yes I would, because they were easy to apply and they work without painkillers

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?

Yes, as a matter of fact, I have recommended the patches to a couple of friends who are suffering from the same problem (SPD) and are breastfeeding.

Q5 Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches cost £1.65 for a single patch and £5.49 for a 4 pack: do you consider this to be good value for money?

It's expensive for a single patch and I would consider the 4 pack and use it when the pain gets really bad, but taking into account this is being promoted as a good alternative to women breastfeeding/pregnant, it might to be very successful because that's when we earn less money (maternity pay) and we have to buy everything for a baby.