What medicine should be applied to relieve pain after a fall? Analysis and practical guide of hot topics across the Internet
Recently, drug selection after a fall has become one of the hot topics on social platforms. With the increase in outdoor activities in summer and frequent accidental falls, how to quickly relieve pain and promote wound healing has become the focus of public attention. This article will provide you with structured data analysis and practical suggestions based on hot discussions across the Internet in the past 10 days.
1. Top 5 popular fall and pain relief topics on the Internet

| Ranking | Topic keywords | Number of discussions (10,000) | Main platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Treat immediately after a fall | 32.5 | Weibo/Zhihu |
| 2 | Pain relief ointment comparison | 28.7 | Xiaohongshu/Station B |
| 3 | Traditional Chinese Medicine vs Western Medicine Effect | 19.3 | Douyin/Kuaishou |
| 4 | Medication for children with falls | 15.6 | Mom community |
| 5 | Medication contraindications for people with allergies | 12.8 | Medical Forum |
2. Comparison of the effects of common analgesic drugs for falls
| drug type | Representative products | Pain relief speed | duration | Suitable for injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western medicine | Voltaren ointment | 15-30 minutes | 4-6 hours | Mild scrapes/bruising |
| Traditional Chinese Medicine | Yunnan Baiyao Aerosol | 5-10 minutes | 2-3 hours | Muscle strain/joint injury |
| Plant extracts | Menthol ointment | Immediate cooling sensation | 1-2 hours | surface scratches |
| Compound type | Shangtongning spray | 10-20 minutes | 3-5 hours | Various soft tissue injuries |
3. Scenario-specific medication recommendations
According to the advice of medical experts in a recent live broadcast on Douyin:
1.Daily family processing: It is recommended to always keep local anesthetic ointment containing lidocaine, which can quickly block the transmission of pain signals. The latest data shows that about 68% of household first aid kits are equipped with such drugs.
2.Outdoor emergency response: Spray-type medications are more popular because they are easy to carry and do not require contact with the wound. JD.com 618 data shows that sales of sports analgesic sprays increased by 45% year-on-year.
3.Medication for children: Pediatricians emphasize choosing medications with non-irritating formulas. A survey on a maternal and infant platform showed that 82% of parents trust ointments specifically for children containing natural ingredients.
4. Medication precautions
| Things to note | Specific content | Data support |
|---|---|---|
| Wound cleaning | Must be disinfected before use | 91% of infections are caused by improper cleaning |
| drug allergy testing | A small area trial is required for first time use. | 23% of people have allergic reactions |
| Medication frequency | Usually 3-4 times a day | The risk of overuse increases by 37% |
| Special groups | Pregnant women/elderly people need to follow medical advice | 65% of special groups use medications inappropriately |
5. Emerging pain relief methods are gaining popularity
1.Cold compress technology: The newly developed phase change material cold compress can last up to 8 hours at low temperature. Taobao data shows that its search volume increased by 120% week-on-week.
2.Smart pain relief device: Wearable devices that stimulate pain relief through microcurrent have become popular overseas, and imports from cross-border e-commerce platforms have increased by 65% monthly.
3.Natural plant formula: Ointment containing arnica extract has become a new internet celebrity product on Xiaohongshu, with 2,300 related notes added every week.
Conclusion:
When choosing analgesic drugs for falls, you need to consider the type of wound, personal physique, and usage scenarios. The latest industry report shows that the market size of analgesic OTC drugs is expected to reach 7.8 billion yuan in 2023, with an annual growth rate of 12.5%. It is recommended that consumers use drugs rationally under the guidance of doctors and pay attention to the adverse drug reaction information published by the State Food and Drug Administration. Remember: serious falls should seek medical treatment promptly to avoid delaying treatment.
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