I've been experimenting with different topical products for the pain in my neck and shoulder. I have mostly been using Icy Hot while I wait for other products I ordered to arrive, but the smell is so strong that I decided to give something else a try.

When I went to the pharmacy yesterday to get some prescriptions filled I picked up a tube of pain relieving cream called Myoflex. It is odorless and greaseless, so I thought it might be a good option. Althought I've used it as directed over the past 24 hours, unfortunately it hasn't done anything to help with my pain.

I'm back to using the Icy Hot until my Biofreeze and Sombra arrive the mail. Kerrie at The Daily Headache gave both products favorable reviews, so I'm looking forward to having them on hand. A massage therapist once used Biofreeze on me and I thought I was good, but I've not yet tried Sombra.

If you have had experiences with products in this category, please share your thoughts in the comments.

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