As a physical therapist, ensuring the best care for my patients is paramount, and the right therapeutic tools can make all the difference. I’m Dr. Mirette Mikhail, and since 2016, I’ve been helping patients in various clinics, and now in my own clinic in Downers Grove. Let me share how Tiger Balm has become a crucial part of my practice.

With a doctorate from Midwestern University, my career has spanned orthopedic, pediatric, neurological, post-surgical, women’s health, and scoliosis treatments. In my search for effective products, Tiger Balm quickly stood out as a game-changer. I use Tiger Balm as a substitute for regular massage cream during manual therapy sessions. The balm’s herbal ingredients provide a soothing, penetrating heat that helps reduce inflammation and manage pain, enhancing the effectiveness of my treatments.

I educate my patients on using Tiger Balm post-workout or when experiencing significant pain in a joint. This helps calm inflammation and decrease pain, empowering them to manage their discomfort between sessions. I recommend using Tiger Balm after a long day or during movement to manage inflammation. It’s particularly useful for patients experiencing soreness, tightness, or hypersensitivity.

In addition to these uses, I encourage my patients to incorporate Tiger Balm into their exercise routines. Before exercising, applying Tiger Balm can help warm up and loosen muscles, reducing the risk of injury. During workouts, it can be used to manage flare-ups of pain or tightness, allowing for a more effective and uninterrupted session. After exercising, Tiger Balm helps soothe sore muscles and aids in recovery. At home, between appointments, it provides a convenient method for managing pain and inflammation when patients are doing their prescribed at home exercises.

Using Tiger Balm during manual therapy helps patients tolerate more pressure, leading to more effective treatment outcomes. The positive feedback from my patients on the effectiveness of Tiger Balm in reducing pain and inflammation encourages its continued use in my practice. Tiger Balm is easy to apply and less greasy compared to other products, making it more pleasant for both me and my patients.

Ensuring patients follow their home exercise programs is crucial. Effective pain management often depends on patient compliance with the recommended treatments. Some patients worry about potential side effects or becoming dependent on pain relief products. I address these concerns through education and reassurance. There is a noticeable shift towards using herbal pain relief products over pharmaceuticals, partly due to concerns about addiction and side effects. This trend is particularly evident with the rise of products like CBD creams.

My experiences and insights underscore the practical benefits and positive reception of Tiger Balm in a therapeutic setting, making it a valuable tool for pain management and patient care. The positive results my patients experience, the ease of use, and the reasonable cost are key factors influencing my decision to recommend Tiger Balm. The non-greasy nature of Tiger Balm makes it a preferred choice among my patients and colleagues. Overall, my experiences highlight the significant role Tiger Balm plays in enhancing patient outcomes and making therapy sessions more effective.