When you apply muscle pain relief cream is just as important as finding an effective option, doctors say — what to know

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The twinge in your back after sleeping the wrong way. The soreness in your quads, knees, calves… actually, every part of your legs after running a half marathon. The stiffness in your wrists after typing all day. Pushing through this type of discomfort might be your default, but there’s a solution that helps you feel better quickly: muscle pain relief creams. They’re made with ingredients that temporarily soothe symptoms so you can live more comfortably, and there’s lots of effective options available over the counter.

As someone who lives a very active lifestyle, I’m constantly sore, so I tested over a dozen muscle pain relief creams to find out which ones actually work. I also consulted doctors and physical therapists about what to pay attention to while evaluating options, and the do’s and don’ts of using them. Here’s everything you need to know.

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I curated this list of the best over-the-counter muscle creams based on my testing and expert guidance —…

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