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Common options include topical pain patches and ointments, manual massage tools, heat or cold wraps, electrical stimulators (TENS/EMS), and handheld percussive massage devices with interchangeable attachments.

Many topical patches advertise multi-hour relief; several product descriptions specify up to 8 hours of targeted relief.

Non-drug methods include manual massage tools with hooked or knobbed designs, heat/cold herbal wraps (sometimes with aromatherapy), electrical stimulation (TENS/EMS), and handheld percussive massage devices.

Typical warnings include avoiding some topical products during pregnancy or nursing. For electrical devices, labels commonly advise against use with pacemakers, defibrillators, or certain implanted metal devices and recommend consulting a doctor if you have relevant medical conditions.

Percussive devices commonly include multiple heads such as heated percussive heads, a dampener, a standard ball, a wedge, and micro-point–style attachments for more precise targeting.