Deep Freeze Pain Relief Cold Patches Feedback Thread NOW CLOSED

[AnnMumsnet]

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 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.
B/feeding a heavy ten month old. I suffer from lower back pain on and off. When it's bad I can't carry the car seat. I've recently starting suffering from pain in my shoulder blades.

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?
Easy to apply on the lower back. I lay down and the pain relief was instant. My husband had to help me with the application on my shoulder. The pain didn't ease straight away but there was a marked improvement after a couple if hours.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?
Yes

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 especially for my shoulder blade pain. I can really feel the difference when lifting or pushing the pram.

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?
I think it's on the expensive side. I would be more willing to pay £1 for each one.

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 currently 29 weeks pregnant with my first and have had an inflamed sacroiliac joint since early on in my pregnancy. Whilst the pain calmed a little during my second trimester, it is now back with a vengeance and is turning into sciatica, which is super painful.

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

It was pretty simple to apply (I've used a similar patch for migraine relief). I felt a kind of numbing/burning pain immediately, and continued to notice the 'cool' effects for about 2 hours or so.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

I'm afraid not :(

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

No, since I didn't find that the pain was adequate enough.

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

Potentially - if their pain isn't in any way deep/serious. I can imagine that the patches would be better for a twisted ankle or something, rather than for deep muscular pain due to being pregnant.

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?

If it had worked, then yes, I would consider them to be good value for money, but since it didn't help, I wouldn't be spending £5.49 on a pack, no.

Q1 I am breastfeeding a 6-month-old and get pains in my lower back, my neck and my shoulders due to not always being able to sit in an ergonomically great position. I do not like taking medications while I'm breastfeeding, that's why I wanted to try these patches.

Q2 It's difficult to apply yourself (on your back) but easy if someone helps you. My husband helped me. It kicks in after a few minutes and lasts a good 2 to 3 hours.

Q3 Yes it did help! Amazing! I love that I can reduce the pain but still be flexible and move around. (I use the Deep Heat patches for period pain and love those for that reason too!)

Q4 Yes I will keep buying them and use them while I'm breastfeeding.

Q5 Definitely!

Q5 They are a bit pricey but worth it for those situations where you need relief but still need to be able to move around.

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 wanted to try these patches as I get quite bad back and neck/shoulder pain, which is exacerbated by sitting in one position for lengthy periods to feed! The aches don't stop me doing anything but they can affect my mood and are always there, even if in the background.

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

The patch was quite easy to apply though it did stick to itself a bit - it's good that it's easy to mould to your shape (like shoulders) but it does mean it's a bit flimsy and liable to end up sticking to itself, in my experience!

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

Yes, it definitely helped, both while it was on and for a while thereafter. Impressive!

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 think I would continue to use them and I may buy them again, depending on how severe the ache became.

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 but I would want to have an ingredients list or a clear statement (as you get on Corsodyl mouthwash, say) informing you that these are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding. I don't like not having sufficient information on that score.

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 think that's really quite pricey. I need two patches for my shoulders so would probably not buy these for that ache, it would just feel like too much money for a disposable 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 am 32 weeks pregnant and have been experiencing lower back pain for most of my pregnancy - sometimes making mobility and especially sleeping very difficult.

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

The patch itself is simple to apply - peel and stick. Depending on where you want it on your back though you would probably need help to make sure it is stuck on properly otherwise it will fall off/move around/stick to itself.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

I can't say that it did - the initial cooling feeling was nice and provided some relief but it soon began to feel tingly which I didn't enjoy - it was just a different kind of discomfort!

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

No, unfortunately I would not.

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

I would say they are worth a try, as in theory they are a very useful pain relief option for pregnancy, just didn't work for me.

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 think this is a tad expensive, even when considering comparable products rather than just packs of non brand painkillers. £5.49 for 6 would probably be more reasonable.

AnnMumsnet I've not received a survey feedback link either.

Q1 28 weeks pregnant. To use as an alternative to painkillers

Q2 stayed on fine, difficult to apply to upper back

Q3 totally useless at relieving pain. I went out to a restaurant so used a patch - it made no difference at all.

Q4 no

Q5 if they worked I would still think it expensive compared to an ice pack but could be useful for out and about.

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 4 month old and also have a 3 year old so Ido a lot of feeding out and about and it is bad for my back!

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?
Awkward to apply it myself particularly as I have pain in my upper back from bending over. I found it lasted a couple of hours.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains? Yes, but I'm not sure it worked as well as the similar heat patches.

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 will use up the trial ones! I would consider getting them in future.

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers? I would mention them as an option - there are so few safe pain relievers in pregnancy and while breastfeeding that anything new is good.

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, poor value for money. I would only consider them if they were on offer.

Q1 Pregnant . Suffering with back and shoulder ache and restless legs

Q2 the patch is easy to use although it stuck to itself when I took the backing off and ended up with a crease on it. Was easy to apply. Like a large plaster

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?
It helps with shoulder pain. Didn't help the restless legs and was a distraction from the back pain but it remained after use

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 think I would it they were on offer but may be more inclined to go for heat pad for the back . I put them on my feet when it got very hot and that was nice !

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers? Yes because 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? I think it's about a pound more than id like to pay

Q1 Finishing b/f youngest (pre-schooler). Had spd, bad back and hip since they were born. Have mild to severe pain every fortnight at least. Very little seems to help - mild meds don't touch it and I can't take anything stronger.

Q2 OK to apply, did not last as long as I expected (peeling off). Effects were felt for about an hour.

Q3 It took some of the intensity away although sitting down with a patch on was uncomfortable - it felt too 'cold' when pressing up against the back of a chair.

Q4 I may buy the patches if a good price and certainly intend to use the rest of the pack (few left).

Q5 I would definitely recommend them - I find that women through pregnancy, childbirth and into new motherhood are made to feel like there is a 'right' and a 'wrong' way to do everything - but it is definitely the case that you have to find what works for you. Try lots of different (safe) things, including these patches, and try your own mix of what you find best suited to your needs. Everybody's body is different!

Q5 I would pay around £1 a patch - £5.49 for a 4 pack seems slightly too expensive given that you may need to use many of these if you find them effective.

As a side note, I found the huge bonus of these to be the portability - and so much easier than applying gel. I used one when I was out at the beach (walking on the sand had taken it's toll I think, hips/back ached) and having something to just give some sort of relief there and then, rather than waiting for the long journey home to an ice pack or bath soak was great.

I don't know how much deep tissue help they provide but the patches certainly gave a therapeutic, soothing effect - especially in this hot weather! Thanks for including me in the 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.

I'm 21 weeks pregnant, and have long suffered with pain in my lower back that requires regular visits to the chiro to manage. In pregnancy I'm going once every 4 weeks to try and keep things well managed. Being small framed though I am nervous that even this won't be enough as my bump gets bigger. I'm definitely getting more daily aches already.

This weekend I attended the Latitude music festival, a long standing commitment that I wanted to honour and that had cost a lot of money. Cue 4 nights camping on an airbed and lots of sitting on picnic blankets on the ground.

I took the patches with me and I'm so glad I did. A couple of times during the weekend when aches got too much and a few stretches didn't help, I put a patch on and it really did help. Given that it was a pretty warm weekend (NOT complaining about that!) the cooling sensation was also very welcome.

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

Given that my pain is largely in my lower back I asked a friend to help me apply it. I'd say it lasted a couple of hours but again this was when I was consistently out in very warm weather.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?
Yes, definitely. Can't say it removed them completely but the patches definitely helped manage the discomfort and meant I could enjoy my weekend...and just as importantly that my discomfort didn't spoil anything for my friends either.

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

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?

It's OK, but might be good to have a bigger multipack size available as well with the unit cost of each patch being lower. With so much to buy for the baby now using them regularly at £1.65 will add up very quickly, and price will be even more pressing once my little Pip arrives and my salary disappears whilst I'm on maternity leave. From what my friends tell me, managing aches and pains non medically will be just as important then.

Q1 I am pregnant in my 2nd trimester and have a 15 month old toddler. I am finding bending down with him, changing nappies very painful on my lower back. Carting him around a lot does not help either!

Q2 I found it a bit odd to apply, at first I didn't realise you pulled the sticker off Should I blame baby brain or should there be a Pull Here sign? I think this one is just me. It was a nice sensation, but not helpful at all to relieve soreness I was feeling.

Q3 Unfortunately, not. I think the pain I feel in my lower back is actually too deep and possibly bone/coccyx related? However, I have suffered a lot in my last pregnancy and early Motherhood with my piriformis muscle - I suspect it will be very helpful then.

Q4 Not for a similar pain, but for a new pain quite possibly. I have also leant a few patches to my parents, who suffer with Sciatica and Frozen Shoulder etc. They seemed excited by the patches, I know my Dad regularly uses frozen gel packs as he gets relief from hot/cold therapy. As he plays golf I expect having a cold pack he can play with will be good for him.

Q5 I wouldn't recommend them at the moment to other Mums, you can still take paracetamol when pregnant and ibuprophen when breastfeeding. Due to the scent (which was absolutely lovely by the way - very refreshing!) I wouldn't want to apply it to my breasts if I had a blockage, as I did use ice then to relieve. In my last pregnancy, and this one so far I haven't found a suitable use for cold therapy.

Q6. Ouch, that is expensive! If I use one and it works it would be good value - but very much a rare use.

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 pregnant with back pain. I'm managing to relieve a good bit of it with Pilates but I'm definitely uncomfortable, particularly if I sit or lie down for any length of time.

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

I found it really hard to apply properly to my back so had to get my DH to do it. Even then, it would come unstuck and roll up really easily.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

The cold sensation was nice enough but it didn't really improve my pain and even the coldness didn't last very long. I was really disappointed as I was really hoping they would 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?

No, I definitely wouldn't buy them, and, to be honest, I am not sure I'll use the few that I have left. (I really have given them a good go hoping that perhaps the first few were just a dodgy batch.)

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

I might vaguely suggest them if they are desperate because others here have obviously liked them much more than I did but I couldn't recommend them.

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?

Not at all! That's really expensive for a disappointing product, but even if it had worked, that is still really expensive for something that only might work for 3 hours in a relatively small patch.

Q1 I started using the patches on my lower back when pregnant and due my baby, used them during early labour and have since have used them on my neck during breastfeeding as have terrible neck pain since my milk came in.

Q2 Originally just applied them to the central part of my lower back. They stuck on fine and could be hidden by clothes. I left them on for about 1-2 hours or until the patch started to feel a bit warm. I now wrap them around the back of my neck, they are brilliant as they can easily be repositioned over the problem areas without leaving any residue or loosing their stick.

Q3 yes definitely helped the immediate discomfort of the aches and pains 8 the muscles.

Q4 I think I probably would buy them again as they are a convenient and discreet for of pain relief.

Q5 I would recommend that others try them but I can see that they wouldn't be for everyone and their use is quite limited as non analgesic.

Q6. I think the price is quite expensive especially since paracetamol is perfectly safe to take when pregnant and breastfeeding and costs pennies and will offer a longer pain relief. If they were 5 patches for less than £5 it would be more reasonable.

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.

Currently 37 weeks pregnant with DC1, wanted to use the patches to ease back pain that has arisen in 3rd trimester. Get pain mostly towards the end of the day or after overdoing things a bit.

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

Got my DH to apply! Was easy to remove though, as I had to use 3 at once due to the location of the pain!

Effects lasted a good 2-3 hours.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

Without a doubt, yes. Very pleasant warm/cool feeling from the menthol.

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 continue to use them until this box runs out, but unsure if I would buy more when there are other, cheaper alternatives. They are handy to just be able to put on and forget about, though.

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

Yes, but not sure they are any more effective than a cold compress/ice packs.

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, especially as I had a lot of widespread aches and pains, so needed to use 3 at once to cover the affected area.

Q1 I am breastfeeding my youngest ds and suffer from very bad backache which steadily gets worse throughout the day.
Q2 I found the patch easy to apply and it lasted a few hours.
Q3 The patches eased my back slightly but I have found the heat ones to have more effect .
Q4 I don't think I would buy the patches again as I didn't really enjoy the cold sensation , I prefer the heat patches instead and would probably stick to that .
Q5 I would probably recommend Deep Freeze as they are probably really good for legs or ankles but I just weren't keen on the cold on my back .
Q6 It is good value for money and I think it reasonably priced for the product .

I am a proud mummy of a 5 month old, and decided to try Deep Freeze as since the day LO was born I was having continuous backpain which intensifies when I breast feed.

2. The Application was quite easy, been a single mum I didnt have anybody else to apply it on the correct spot but thee peel off was quite smooth and easy.The cooling sensation lasted a good couple of hours.

3)At first I didnt feel anything for 10/15 mins and thats when the cooling really starts and you feel it penetrating your sore area.

4. I would definitely buy the pqck again and use it as ive tried so many but this really seemed to work for me.

5)I have already recommended it to a family friend who has a bad back as well as to some mums in the sure start centre.

6)i feel the price is a bit too steep, but that said I would gladly buy it again for this price as it worked for me better than the other products I have been using before.

Q1. I am currently 37 weeks pregnant and have been suffering with back ache since the start of my pregnancy. I have a 3 year old to keep up with and Some day even sitting on the floor is painful.

Q2.I had to get my husband to help me apply the patch as it was difficult to do it myself. It stayed on pretty well and lasted for a couple of hours.

Q3.The patches did offer relief from the pain but unfortunately they are not something you could keep putting on every couple of hours.

Q4.I wouldn't keep using them as while they work it only lasts a few hours and they are expensive.

Q5.I don't think I would purely because of the price.

Q6. I don't consider this good value as they only offer relief for a few hours and are not something I can put on myself.

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 currently breastfeeding my heavy (8.5kg) 3 month old and the continual feeding as well as lifting to and from his crib/bath are playing havoc with my lower back. The pain ranges from a dull ache to a sever unable to move stabbing pain.

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?
The application was quite easy, but I found it didn't stay put, it either pealed off on it's own or caught on clothing and ended up sticking to itself. In an attempt to prevent this I stuck it on with tape and it lasted reasonably well, but only when I pushed it against my back.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

It felt comfortable, but unless I was holding the patch against my back it did nothing. And I can do that with an ice pack.

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

No, while I'm loath to take pain killers these are just too fiddly and don't actually do anything.

Q5 Would you recommend them to friends or relations who are also pregnant or breastfeeding or unable to take oral painkillers?
No

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?

Definitely not! I've also tried this on a pulled muscle in my shoulder and my leg, and the same problem persists, I'd expect the strip to stay in place before is even consider it.

1. I'm breastfeeding my 5 month old DS. Have had chronic back pain since my mid-20s (about 10 years ago), had awful spd during both my pregnancies, and breastfeeding and cosleeping are currently taking their toll! My pain is mainly mid and upper back and neck. I switched to barefoot shoes at about the same time I signed up for this test, which has improved my back pain a great deal, however after a few nights on an uncomfortable bed at Centre Parcs I finally had cause to try out the patches.

1. It was a bit tricky to apply. Luckily I can reach the area where I have most pain so I could do it alone. Even so the patch had a habit of folding up and getting stuck to itself. It has so far stayed put for about three hours. Although due to the hot weather it is on exposed skin rather than rubbing about under clothes.

1. Yes! Very much so.

1. I would probably buy them for short-term use in certain circumstances. For instance if I were travelling and couldn't use my cold pack. If I am ever pregnant again (don't intend to be) I would probably use them as I can't take any painkillers at all during pregnancy. The price would put me off them for everyday use. I will stick with my cold pack and ibuprofen.

1. Yes. They are effective and I always recommend cold rather than heat as I find it much more soothing.

1. No. It is far too expensive compared with other pain relief options. When I'm at home I use a cold pack wrapped in a tea towel, and take ibuprofen when necessary, which is far more economical and just as effective. I would only consider buying them for exceptional circumstances, such as long journeys.

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 pregnant when applying but sadly miscarried, so I have done the product test as I could

I broke my toe a week before starting the product test, so I have used it on my foot, which was really painful,

It was really good, because as I was fasting for ramadan, I couldn't take paracetamol or ibuprofen during the day.

I gave some to my sister who tried it on her back as she suffers back pains when on her period.

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

It was a bit tricky at first, I ruined one patch as it did stick together while trying to apply and there was no way to use it afterwards. but with practise, it is actually really easy.

the cooling effect was instant, which was wonderful but I felt that it didn't last the 3hrs as advertised (but maybe it is because my foot got used to the cold).

My sister found that they don't really stick well on your back unless you are not moving at all.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?

it did help a bit, but I was expecting something a bit more intense and long lasting

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 think I would, as they did help me manage the pain while fasting

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

Yes I would but would also warn them that it doesn't replace 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?

I think this is way more than what I could afford, considering I buy my paracetamol and ibuprofen for less than 50p each box

Q1 Breastfeeding my 4month old and don't like taking painkillers, I have struggled with backache since my 3yr old was born but been worse since the birth of my daughter. By the end of each day I'm in agony.

Q2 The patch is not the easiest thing to get on yourself but once it's on it stays put and instantly works, it lasts for a good few hours.

Q3 the patch really helped relieve the ache in my back and the cool tingling sensation is really invigorating, especially when it is rather warm!

Q4 I will defiantly be buying more of these patches to use in future! They are better than pain killers! Instant relief where you need it.

Q5 I have already recommended and given a patch to a very heavily pregnant friend who is really struggling with back ache. I also have to hide from my hubby who thinks they are great.

Q5 these patches are quite expenses but well worth the money!

Q1 Breastfeeding. I suffered from spd in pregnancy and the pain still bothers me now. I struggle daily with bending, lifting & walking.

Q2 Got my husband to apply it to my back, was a little more difficult to do myself.

Q3 The patch soothed my back but didn't take the pain away. It lasted for about 2 hours.

Q4 Would buy them for short term use for relief but not for an ongoing problem as it would be too expensive.

Q5 Yes I would recommend these to others.

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.
Currently 30 weeks pregnant and suffering from slight back pain.

Q2 Please describe the application of the patch- how was it to apply? How long did it last?
Wasn't as easy as I thought it might be to apply so had to ask DH for help. It lasted about 2 hours.

Q3 Did the patch help relieve muscular aches and pains?
Yes, a little.

Q4 Do you think you'd buy the patches again or continue to use them if you had a similar muscular ache or pain?
Not sure - I'd probably give them another try.

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

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, this is expensive. They don't last long enough to warrant the cost so if I had ongoing back pain, using these would cost me a small fortune!