The drug, Qutenza® is used to provide relief from postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) or pain after shingles.
Dr. Peter Gemelli has had recent success using Qutenza® patches for neuropathic pain. In one case, he treated a workers compensation patient facing surgery. He used one patch on her arm. The patient has had a 60% decrease in pain, has returned to many pre-injury activities, and has had the pending surgery postponed. Dr. Gemelli is the first physician in this area using the patches and has marked success with each case. Qutenza® is an FDA approved capsaicin based medication that is covered by most insurances.
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