Voltarol Science Academy
Voltarol is committed to being the world’s leading body pain expert. We understand that pain isn’t just physical discomfort – it’s a barrier to freedom, to sociability, to self-reliance – all the things that make up the joy of movement.
When choosing the most appropriate treatment for a patient, there are a number of factors to consider. This page has been developed to share a series of resources which can support you and your team when dealing with patients with musculoskeletal (MSK) pain in pharmacy.
Resources here include:
- Bite size videos on the formulation and mode of action of topical pain relief including Voltarol
- A flow chart and print/video resources on the management of joint pain in pharmacy, aligned to NICE guidance
- Resources from the ‘Listen to Pain’ series designed to support patient consultations on pain
Not all topical diclofenac products are the same.
Voltarol is the only clinically proven 2.32% diclofenac gel to demonstrate deep tissue penetration† into joints.
- Formulated with oleyl alcohol, a permeation enhancer – proven to deliver up to 3x greater skin penetration†
- Effective delivery of diclofenac through the skin
- Strikes at the site of pain and inflammation
- Up to 12 hours long lasting pain relief for sprains, strains, back pain, joint pain and now osteoarthritis
Voltarol Science Academy videos
Voltarol brand introduction
David Urqhart, Senior Director R & D at Haleon provides an introduction to the Voltarol brand for the management of musculoskeletal pain.
Formulation matters for topical pain relief
This video provides an insight into the assessment of topical pain relief formulations based on potency, penetration, pain on movement reduction and suitability. Learn more about the unique permeation enhancer in Voltarol.
The burden of pain and patient impacts
As well as the physiological burden, pain also impacts on emotional wellbeing and quality of life. Learn more about the patient impacts of pain.
Patient case studies
This video provides insight into the lives of two patients with musculoskeletal pain and explains how Voltarol Gel can help.
Voltarol brand history
Since 1974, the Voltarol brand has helped millions of patients keep hold of the things that matter to them. Learn more about the brand history.
An introduction to MSK pain and the Voltarol range
When part of your body is injured or damaged, pain-causing molecules called prostaglandins are produced with the help of COX-2 enzymes. NSAIDs relieve pain by blocking these enzymes, preventing them from producing pain-causing molecules.
This video details how the Voltarol Range can offer relief from musculoskeletal pain.
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Educational Resources
Access videos and interactive content for pharmacy on the management of patients with musculoskeletal pain.
