@johnbluffside Hi John - This was a new term for me, so my caffeine-fueled brain had to immediately jump into research mode. Especially because I seem to be experiencing a pain flare this week, and can't sleep much.
For curious minds, the Jovi Patch is advertised as a resusable patch which:
"Jovi relief products contain patented technology sandwiched between two layers of medical grade material, designed to work with your body's natural electrical signals to reduce the impact of pain. It feels like magic, but it's science!" It has a companion in the marketplace called the Kailo Patch.
Both of these devices have been around for several years. claim to be "seeking FDA Approval", yet have published ZERO controlled, independent research studies on their effectiveness. All of the sites promoting the patch are of the "testimonial" variety.
I'm a little skeptical, mostly because all of the information I've found on the Jovi patch says it's undergone clinical studies that support it's use for pain relief but I can find zero research articles. They also say they have FDA approval but I wasn't able to find the FDA reference article. I did find this negative article written by a retired doctor.
I did a search of Connect for "herniated disc with sciatic pain" that might provide some other suggestions from other members if you want to look through the related discussions and comments - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/search/discussions/
@johnbluffside Hi John - This was a new term for me, so my caffeine-fueled brain had to immediately jump into research mode. Especially because I seem to be experiencing a pain flare this week, and can't sleep much.
For curious minds, the Jovi Patch is advertised as a resusable patch which:
"Jovi relief products contain patented technology sandwiched between two layers of medical grade material, designed to work with your body's natural electrical signals to reduce the impact of pain. It feels like magic, but it's science!" It has a companion in the marketplace called the Kailo Patch.
Both of these devices have been around for several years. claim to be "seeking FDA Approval", yet have published ZERO controlled, independent research studies on their effectiveness. All of the sites promoting the patch are of the "testimonial" variety.
@sueinmn I have had very positive results with my severe pain from my feet/neuropathy the signal patch has taken away 90% of my pain while wearing the patch
One thing I use is DMSO there is a brand on Amazon that is not\nHave such a strong smell.
I use a little caster oil with that drench it in Your area with that let it dry.Sometimes I'll open up motrin gel capsules because the DMSO helps with it penetrating through your skin.I've used it for years off and on.
@sueinmn I have had very positive results with my severe pain from my feet/neuropathy the signal patch has taken away 90% of my pain while wearing the patch
One thing I use is DMSO there is a brand on Amazon that is not\nHave such a strong smell.
I use a little caster oil with that drench it in Your area with that let it dry.Sometimes I'll open up motrin gel capsules because the DMSO helps with it penetrating through your skin.I've used it for years off and on.
One thing I use is DMSO there is a brand on Amazon that is not\nHave such a strong smell.
I use a little caster oil with that drench it in Your area with that let it dry.Sometimes I'll open up motrin gel capsules because the DMSO helps with it penetrating through your skin.I've used it for years off and on.
Both my daughter and I have used the Jovi patch for years. They work. My daughter has severe, chronic pain, and although it doesn't take away all of her pain, it reduces it substantially. I don't believe this is snake oil or has a placebo effect. The reason I say this is because I first used it after spraining my ankle. My ankle was very swollen and bruised and I could barely walk on it. My daughter suggested I try it and I originally said no that it wouldn’t work. She finally convinced me it couldn't hurt to try it and to my surprise the pain was almost gone (90%). I was able to walk on it with the patch on. So take from that what you will, but if you can get the patch on sale, it's definitely worth trying. Also, you do have to move it around a bit to find the right spot. Good luck.
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@johnbluffside Hi John - This was a new term for me, so my caffeine-fueled brain had to immediately jump into research mode. Especially because I seem to be experiencing a pain flare this week, and can't sleep much.
For curious minds, the Jovi Patch is advertised as a resusable patch which:
"Jovi relief products contain patented technology sandwiched between two layers of medical grade material, designed to work with your body's natural electrical signals to reduce the impact of pain. It feels like magic, but it's science!" It has a companion in the marketplace called the Kailo Patch.
Both of these devices have been around for several years. claim to be "seeking FDA Approval", yet have published ZERO controlled, independent research studies on their effectiveness. All of the sites promoting the patch are of the "testimonial" variety.
Here are short reviews from two respected publishers of medical information:
https://sciencebasedmedicine.org/update-on-energy-medicine-pain-patches-jovi-and-its-targeted-marketing-strategy/
https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/medical-critical-thinking-health-and-nutrition/sticky-pain-patchs-science-hits-sticky-patch
My takeaway? Probably in the "snake oil cure" category. I have better places to spend my money.
Have you tried targeted Physical Therapy for your sciatic pain?
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7 ReactionsI'm a little skeptical, mostly because all of the information I've found on the Jovi patch says it's undergone clinical studies that support it's use for pain relief but I can find zero research articles. They also say they have FDA approval but I wasn't able to find the FDA reference article. I did find this negative article written by a retired doctor.
--- Update on Energy Medicine Pain Patches: Jovi and Its Targeted Marketing Strategy: https://sciencebasedmedicine.org/update-on-energy-medicine-pain-patches-jovi-and-its-targeted-marketing-strategy/
I did a search of Connect for "herniated disc with sciatic pain" that might provide some other suggestions from other members if you want to look through the related discussions and comments - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/search/discussions/
Have you tried any of the medicated pain patches?
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1 ReactionI don't know about the Jovi patch, but the Signal patch has worked incredibly well my feet have never felt this good in over 7 years
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1 Reaction@johnbishop thank you for doing a deep dive on another quackery product.
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1 ReactionOne thing I use is DMSO there is a brand on Amazon that is not\nHave such a strong smell.
I use a little caster oil with that drench it in Your area with that let it dry.Sometimes I'll open up motrin gel capsules because the DMSO helps with it penetrating through your skin.I've used it for years off and on.
@ronnieron192925 , where do you place the patch for your feet nerve pain?
@cpsjewelry - is this for back pain or nerve pain. Where is your pain?
@cpsjewelry - what brand on AmaZOn?
Both my daughter and I have used the Jovi patch for years. They work. My daughter has severe, chronic pain, and although it doesn't take away all of her pain, it reduces it substantially. I don't believe this is snake oil or has a placebo effect. The reason I say this is because I first used it after spraining my ankle. My ankle was very swollen and bruised and I could barely walk on it. My daughter suggested I try it and I originally said no that it wouldn’t work. She finally convinced me it couldn't hurt to try it and to my surprise the pain was almost gone (90%). I was able to walk on it with the patch on. So take from that what you will, but if you can get the patch on sale, it's definitely worth trying. Also, you do have to move it around a bit to find the right spot. Good luck.