Back pain: Signs and symptoms
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Recognising back and neck pain
Back pain can be treated symptomatically but it is important to first rule out any underlying conditions that require attention from a physician.
- Upper and middle back pain may present as aching, stiffness or sharp/burning sensations in that area1
- Symptoms of lower back pain typically include tension/stiffness or soreness in that area1
Understanding back pain
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Overview of sprains and strains
Find out about how prevalent sprains and strains are, and meet two patients with these problems.
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Voltarol Back & Muscle Pain Relief 1.16% Gel Diclofenac Diethylammonium for back pain
Scientifically proven to help relieve pain, reduce inflammation and restore movement.
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Voltarol Heat Patch – for non-medicated relief of back pain
Deep-penetrating and long-lasting relief using continuous low-level heat therapy.4–8* Pain relief is still provided up to 24 hours after the patch is removed.**
*40°C for 8 hours per day for at least 2 days.
**up to 24 hours of pain relief in lower back pain from second day of treatment
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Patient care resources
Access a leaflet for your patients that explains how Voltaren tablets and soft capsules can help relieve their back pain.