Sudden muscle and back pain may bring your life to a grinding halt, stopping you from doing the things you want. To help get you moving, it’s important to treat pain effectively.

Pain occurs when body tissue becomes damaged – such as back pain from postural strain, a pulled muscle from strenuous activity, or overuse from a repetitive activity. Pain can vary from stiffness and discomfort to strong pain, but with it all comes inflammation.

THE ROLE OF INFLAMMATION IN PAIN
Inflammation or swelling is a significant contributor to body pain. When you suffer a pulled muscle or tendon, chemicals are released at the injury site, causing the area to become hot and swollen.

The release of prostaglandins leads to increased blood flow, which causes the swelling and redness characteristic of inflammation. Prostaglandins also stimulate the body’s pain receptors, which have the effect of amplifying pain.

TARGET PROSTAGLANDINS TO REDUCE PAIN
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) treat pain and inflammation by reducing the release of prostaglandins. That’s the function of Voltaren Rapid 25, specifically formulated to relieve pain quickly*, so you can get back to doing what you enjoy, faster.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION
Q. Is bed rest best for back pain? ^
A. Not usually. Stopping all activity or opting for a couple of days bed rest may not be a good route to recovery. Inactivity can cause stiffness, limit mobility and may actually increase pain. Part of managing back pain is to keep moving, so a
pain-relieving medication that also reduces inflammation may help.

PHARMACY-STRENGTH VOLTAREN RAPID 25
Voltaren Rapid 25 is clinically proven to reduce acute pain, which is why your pharmacist may consider it a good treatment choice for sudden muscle or back pain.

By reducing inflammation and swelling, it helps reduce the restriction and discomfort felt in the injured area.

You won’t find Voltaren Rapid 25 on the shelf – it’s a specialised treatment you can only get from your pharmacist, who can also give you expert advice on managing your pain.

VOLTAREN RAPID 25 BENEFITS

• Powerful pharmacy-strength treatment for muscle and back pain
• Clinically proven to reduce acute pain
• Works fast to help you keep moving.

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* When taken at an initial dose of 2 tablets, Voltaren Rapid 25 reduces acute pain in as little as 15 minutes. ^ If you have a back injury, you should see a healthcare professional for individual advice. Voltaren^® Rapid 25 contains diclofenac potassium 25mg (Pharmacist Only Medicine) for short-term treatment of acute painful and inflammatory conditions. Medicines have benefits and some may have risks. Incorrect use could be harmful. Do not use if you have stomach ulcers. Always read the label and use strictly as directed. Consult your pharmacist if symptoms persist or if you have side-effects. Novartis Consumer Health Auckland. ®Registered Trademark. TAPS NA3646

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