Deep Heat Rub is a non-greasy pain relieving cream to be applied to the skin. The penetrating warmth of Deep Heat helps stimulate circulation, relax stiffness and deoxygenate tense, painful tissues. Its counterirritant action makes it effective in the treatment of muscular pains and stiffness including rheumatic pain, backache, fibrosis's, lumbago and sciatica. It can also be used for the treatment of chilblains, bruises and sprains and is suitable for minor sports injuries. Also can be used before or after exercise and contains ingredients that provide pain-relief plus heat. Heat therapy helps to increase blood supply to relax and soothe.