Medication

• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs)

  • ibuprofen or fenoprofen
  • Butazolidin, Indocin, Voltaren

• Pain medication

  • OTC: aspirin, acetaminophen
  • Painkillers: codeine, Perkocet, hydrocodone

• Cortisone

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NSAIDs can cause serious side effects, including anaphylaxis

aspirin should never be taken with NSAIDs

Cortisone can be administered as injections, using ultrasound (in a process known as phonophoresis) or using an electrical device (in a process known as iontophoresis).