Author: Kongdy Patch
Date: 08 25，2022
If you suffer from pain in your joints caused by arthritis, you may have heard of capsicum plaster as a means of relief. Their active ingredient, capsaicin, comes from chili peppers.
How effective is capsicum plaster and is it right for you? Here are a few things to keep in mind if you’re considering adding capsaicin to your medicine cabinet.
When applied to the skin, capsicum plaster create a warm tingling or mild burning sensation. Some people find this sensation uncomfortable, says Ted Fields, MD, FACP, an attending rheumatologist at HSS, but it can provide immediate, temporary relief from pain caused by various forms of arthritis. This includes osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Over time, capsicum plaster can also provide longer-lasting benefits by blocking a chemical in the body called substance P, which sends pain signals to the brain. For that reason, even if you don’t experience immediate relief, says Dr. Fields, “it may make sense to give capsicum plaster a two-week trial to see how it works for you.”
You should avoid applying capsicum plaster , in either patch or cream form, before a shower or a workout, says Dr. Fields. “Any areas of skin with capsaicin on it can feel a more intense burning sensation if they come into contact with hot water.” If you’re using a patch, remove it at least one hour before showering or bathing, and wait at least five minutes after showering or bathing to apply either the patch or cream.
It’s important to be sure that you apply capsaicin creams or patches on clean, unbroken areas of skin. Don’t use capsaicin on any areas where you have a cut, an infection or a rash.
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