Just found this muscle rub ("Deep Warming Rub")

I saw Glucosamine brand "Deep Warming Rub" in a catalog and decided to give it a try.

Wow! I think this will really be helpful, especially in the colder months. I rubbed some on my legs and feet and soon after, it definitely felt like it was heating--really, really tingling. In fact, a few minutes later, the left-over cream on my hands started burning (lesson learned: I now keep a wet wipe handy after slathering it on me and wipe my hands immediately afterward!).

Just passing this along. I don't know if it's for everyone. It seems very strong, so be forewarned; it might be too much for sensitive skin.
. It also comes in a roll-on, I see, and that would eliminate the need to use that wet wipe after applying!

Hi Sherrine: Thanks for the info! I also appreciate the heads up on some people developing rashes from the "Deep Warming Rub." Yes, it is quite strong! I use just a bit and rub and rub when I apply it.

I will sure keep the Sombra Cold Therapy in mind, also. I'm anxious to give it a try!

It's surprising to me that they have both cold and warm therapy roll-ons available--news to me! It sounds like it would make for an interesting experiment, and something quite different from the warm rubs I'm used to.

It's funny--sometimes even the "cheapie" brands work well for me (the OTC no-name stuff). Who knows? I've also been trying things like a few drops of lavender oil in almond oil. That works so-so for me, but I really do like the scents, too, so that's a plus.

Anyway, Sombra Cold Therapy is going on my Wal-Mart 'wish list.' Looking forward to trying it. Thanks again!!

Sombra COOL Therapy roll-on. Got it!

I'll keep you posted. Thanks once again!

Hi Susie: Voltaren sounds familiar....and sounds promising. Is it pretty strong? Any side effects? For those especially bad fibro days, it sounds really good.

I still also want to buy the Sombra Cool Therapy that Sherrine mentioned, too. I guess one thing at a time.
Wow--that's surprising that it's (meaning the Voltaren) now OTC with no change in ingredients! You sure don't see that very often.

Update on Baclofen: Yes, it worked really well for a short while, and I was so happy to find something that didn't knock me out, yet helped with more flexibility.
But---unfortunately, I started getting a weird reaction, especially at night. It was similar to the reaction I had last year when taking Bactrim (maybe it's something with those prescriptions that start with 'Bac'--LOL). My muscles got extremely tight with spasms, and 'nerve storms' all over my legs. Yes, just weird.

So, I just asked to be put back on the Flexeril, which I'd taken for a long while. It's very sedating, which I don't mind at night at all, and in the daytime I usually take half a Robaxin at a time, and that seems to work fine. I told the doctor I'm not a big fan of meds (though they can sure help when needed), and he said he's not, either!

I also saw a neurologist for my symptoms back in August. He did lots of comparisons to my old records, then suggested I see a rheumatologist, and I saw one last week. I'm so glad I did! This doctor has 33 years experience and is also an internist. He certainly was reassuring, and seemed to study my history really well, as well as several notes I had made on the paperwork that they sent me before the appointment.

My main concern was if my circulation was involved, and if there could be issues with my leg veins. He looked them over and assured me they were fine, circulation and color was good, nothing of concern. The bottom line is that he thinks I just have some very weird muscles! It may be caused by the severe virus I had as an infant, and aging is playing a role, also. Also, it could be hereditary, as my maternal grandpa had issues for years with his legs.

So, that's where I'm at. The big issue with Flexeril is that it's so drying! But it does definitely help, and I'm thankful for that. I just have to drink (even) more water and make sure I use my dental rinse (generic for Biotene) and brush my teeth first thing in the morning. I learned the hard way that some of the more drying meds can lead to more cavities, so doing what I can to avoid that!

Hi Sherrine: Yup--I do take calcium supplements daily. I buy Swanson's brand (Calcium Citrate & D).

Yes! It does sound like all calcium supplements are not created equal. I've been happy with this brand, though I do like Citracal, too. Thanks for the reminder. Those foot cramps are SO painful! Once in a while I still get them (not often, thankfully), and sometimes it takes a few minutes before my feet relax enough to 'work' as they should. Ouch!