What We Treat
Telehealth
What We Treat
Telehealth
About Us
- Features & Pricing
- For Organizations
A member asked:
Is biofreeze good for patella tendonitis to mask pain?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes, but why?: If you have patelor tendinitis, there is a reason. It can be mechanical or inflammatory. You need to determine the cause! biofreeze will not work as well ad an nsaid!
Answered 11/13/2017
5.4k views
Thank
See Below: Yes, topical analgesics can help in some cases. Another cream similar to Biofreeze but stronger is AcuPlus.
Answered 1/5/2019
260 views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
What is the recovery time for patella tendonitis already into week 4 from injury. Started pt last week. Pain is 80% less than when injury occurred ?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Had patella tendonitis 2weeks ago..Feels better.Start police academy 4 days..Should I use patella straps for support or not? Only gonna be doing 6mpw?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Can patella tendonitis develop into a torn ligament?
9 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Are there test to diagnosis the difference between patella tendonitis and chondromalacia?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
People also searched for:
Got patella tendonitis and bought patella strap for leg....What is recommended miles per week to run...Is 8mpw a good start and build up from there?
Had patella tendonitis...Been using rice method 2weeks now+stretch+strenghing....Legs feel good can I start running again with patella straps?
What are some good stretches or exercises for patella tendinitis?
Is first time patella tendonitis the same thing as retro patellar pain syndrome?
Should i wear a patella strap all day or only during exercise? I have patella tendonitis btw....Would it heal better by wearing all day
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
Get the HealthTap app
Video visit and message your doctor
