Hello, I'm undecided between this one and Zostrix. Is it really odor free? Thanks a lot for your time! I have sciatica and PT takes long...
201586
I have no experience with Zostrix so I can make no comparison. However, I can tell you that my husband uses this Capzasin several times daily and quite a bit of it too, but I do not ever smell it. I am sensitive to odors related to allergies and immune conditions, so it is probably a good sign if I do not note an odor.The other bit I can share, in case this is helpful, is that he swears by Capzasin. He has used many of these and other types of creams for his chronic pain for nine years. I joke we should have bought stock in the company before he started using it. His description is that it is more effective at removing the pain sensation for him than anything else he uses or has tried. I have no experience with Zostrix so I can make no comparison. However, I can tell you that my husband uses this Capzasin several times daily and quite a bit of it too, but I do not ever smell it. I am sensitive to odors related to allergies and immune conditions, so it is probably a good sign if I do not note an odor.The other bit I can share, in case this is helpful, is that he swears by Capzasin. He has used many of these and other types of creams for his chronic pain for nine years. I joke we should have bought stock in the company before he started using it. His description is... » Read More I have no experience with Zostrix so I can make no comparison. However, I can tell you that my husband uses this Capzasin several times daily and quite a bit of it too, but I do not ever smell it. I am sensitive to odors related to allergies and immune conditions, so it is probably a good sign if I do not note an odor.The other bit I can share, in case this is helpful, is that he swears by Capzasin. He has used many of these and other types of creams for his chronic pain for nine years. I joke we should have bought stock in the company before he started using it. His description is that it is more effective at removing the pain sensation for him than anything else he uses or has tried. « Show Less
201587
Capzasin is not odor free. Nothing topical is odor free. Nothing. However, its odor is very slight, and that makes it unobjectionable.
201588
Yes, it is odor free. My husband and I both use it. However, apply with gloves because if you don't and go to shower or wash your hands the pepper extract reacts and it burns a little. Don't let this scare you from the product, it works great.
201589
I have been using Capzasin-HP for 10-15 years with excellent results. I have degenerative joint disease/osterarthritis and it works wonders on the trouble spots. There is absolutely no odor, but you have to be careful not to get anything in your eyes as it will burn like heck. I don't know anything about Zostrix so I can't comment or compare these two products.
201590
Yes, it is odor free. Remember to wash hands thoroughly so not to accidentally touch your eyes...very effective product going to try the patch.
201591
I use Zostrix (technically a generic product made by Rugby which is the same thing) because I find the lower potency to be more tolerable. Capzasin HP was too hot for me as it contains more capsaicin in it. Both are great products in delivering pain relief that the standard creams can't even begin to match.
201592
I have used capzasin for years, for arthritis in my back. It takes a week or so to get the full effect of its properties. Only drawback; it is very hot where you apply it, especially in the summer.
201593
I have no experience with Zostrix so I can make no comparison. However, I can tell you that my husband uses this Capzasin several times daily and quite a bit of it too, but I do not ever smell it. I am sensitive to odors related to allergies and immune conditions, so it is probably a good sign if I do not note an odor. The other bit I can share, in case this is helpful, is that he swears by Capzasin. He has used many of these and other types of creams for his chronic pain for nine years. I joke we should have bought stock in the company before he started using it. His description is that it is more effective at removing the pain sensation for him than anything else he uses or has tried.
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I use the pads that came with the unit. I didn't think of using gel because my physical therapist doesn't. I will have to change the pads soon though because I can feel them being less and less sticky every time I use them.
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Well I just tried mine tonight. I had HORRIBLE luck. Make that no luck. Where I get amazing and great feeling results with the standard 2 by 2 inch on all 4 modalities (tens, IF, EMS, Micro) each and every one of these felt like garbage except the tens alone and even IT felt restrained and "shocky". I will try again tomorrow with different positioning. I had them run vertically tonight and very VERY high since I had applied expensive Penetrex Pain Cream on my lower lumbar area and had to stay above that. Will lower the pads tomorrow but NO way I will try horizontal (even with the electrode gap in the middle) as I have 6 fusions. NO way I will risk going near all the Titanium in my spine.
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I suffered from dry mouse for a long time. As an avid hiker, it was particularly difficult. Biotene solved the problem and then disappeared from the market. Now I use some Canadian gum instead and it works miracles. It's cheaper, stays soft for hours and is plentiful.
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Wow, Teri I never knew... I used this because it's better than antiperspirants and all the deodorants/crap you find at walmart... I will look for something without it for sure. Thanks buddy I would have never known! Thank you! Below is what research I just found... disturbing... Reduced heart function by 25% endocrine disruption (bad for the skeletal system) Triclosan is clearly listed on product ingredient labels, so you can easily check to see if it's there before deciding on a purchase. This chemical is not only in soaps but also body washes, toothpaste, shampoo, and other personal care and home products.
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The other version may be cheaper, but do you want that smell? I used the other brand and could smell the traps when I left and came back in. Plus my dog hates the smell, you can tell it bothered him. I use the BFRM becasue it works and you dont need a lot of them to get the job done. It doesn't bother the dog.
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I had no problem with any odor. This is a great stool. The rubber bottom helps it stay in place. The long handle gives you the support you need to hold on to. Just these two qualities makes it great for me. You really can't go wrong!
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I have one (not sure it's the same brand) on my steering wheel, and it feels really comfortable to me. I don't hold the steering wheel in a death grip! That said, I bought this one - the Bell Automotive 22- etc. - for my sister, because she has painfully arthritic hands. She never used it - actually threw it away, because it had a terrible odor. I'm unsure if it was like formaldehyde or skunky/musky, but it was intolerable. It wasn't that expensive, so we decided she'd just throw it away. I haven't pursued another brand with Amazon or checked automotive stores.
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I unfortunately disagree with the other opinions about the smell being tolerable. I found it to be rather strong and it lingered both on the carpet and in the (rinsed) unit the next day. I am hesitant to try it again, but would opt for a less-fragranced cleaner like Folex.
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I use Nature's Miracle Stain & Odor Remover, seems to work just fine. The pad is really heavy duty, I wash mine in the machine with a couple of towels, and it hasn't hurt it or worn it at all, it seems like it's going to last a long time. I have to say again that I really love the Piddle Place--so nice to not have to use disposable pads and fill up landfills, etc.
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I didn't use this for sciatica. I have neuropathy and found Nerve Support by Wellness to work much better. I guess it all depends on the individual.
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I agree the box is wonderful except for the smell. My cat always urinates on the same side of the box so I rotate the pad on day 3 and always change it on day 6.
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From what I've read, picolinate in one test was thought to have altered DNA which according to article meant cancer. Article said polynicotinate is the more effective one for weight loss n is the one usually in Garcinia Cambogia but don't know for sure which is in this brand? Good Luck! Still working for me but not as quick now, seems like been in recliner for2 mos. straight with winter we're having, I'm sure more weight loss will happen again this spring with some activity.
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Hi- I had no odor with mine. I really like it but it is very firm so if you don't like firm you should pass
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My chair didn't have an odor after unpacking it. Maybe use an air purifier next to it for a few days. I had to do that with my foam pad for my bed. That really had a bad smell. Hope this helps.....You could probably air it outside for 24 hours too.
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No smell. The over I think is made of synthetic fibre. Although it feels no bad, but the whole volume of the cushion is so small that it barely has any effect on your back!
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My feet always feel fantastic after using the MediMassager. I have had a lot of foot problems in the past and this just makes life a bit better for me for a while. It is not a cure for anything, but it sure is a big help to me.