I enjoy long
hikes. Some take 5 hours to complete while the longer and more challenging routes
take about 12 hours or more. To ensure I have enough endurance for these hikes,
I swim at least 1.5K KM, two-three times a week, alternating it with some light
runs. As such, muscle pain is something that I have to deal with frequently. I often
feel some aches on the shoulders, back and the calves from all the training and
hikes – and oh especially the hikes! :P While this
type of involved soreness eventually heals in a day or two, I’m happy to
discover a partner (albeit no romantic inklings:P) that takes away the discomfort
instantly so I can easily return to my routine or jump into another adventure.
After a 1.5KM swim
last Sunday, my first after a month of rest post sickness, my shoulders and
upper back felt pretty sore. What was supposed to be just a normal workout felt
like a feat. :P . I didn’t have time to get a massage and so I went to the
office the next day with aching muscles. Throughout the day, I stretched
several times at my desk hoping to relieve myself of the pain but it didn’t
really work.
Fortunately, a
package of BSI medicated spray was waiting for me when I got home. It’s a
non-aerosol topical pain reliever approved by the Philippine FDA as a home
remedy drug. I excitedly sprayed it on my back and was amused at how easy it
got to the hard to reach parts such as the mid upper back. I felt comfort in
less than a minute. There was a cool sensation and some little sting on the
parts where I sprayed too much (so do take note of that when you use it).The
smell is minty and not as strong as other topical pain relievers I’ve used. I
actually like the smell. :)
BSI Medicated spray is exactly what I needed! Handy, lightweight, easy to apply and fits easily in my backpack! At 388 Pesos for a 64 ML bottle that’ll probably last for months, it’s a good deal. I can hold off the massage for now and redirect the money to my hiking funds, yay!
Aside from being a
pain reliever, it also aids in reducing muscle swelling such as sprain and
cramps which some hikers experience. It’s
convenient to use even while on the trail because you don’t have to clean your
hands before applying it. You just need to spray it on the affected part, no
need massage it over! Another one of its
salient attributes is it contains all-natural ingredients so it’s safe to use
as often as needed. It’s truly an
excellent addition to my first aid kit but I’m hoping I don’t have to use it
for a sprain :P.
BSI Medicated
Spray has been in the Philippine market for over 5 years and its target users
include athletes, senior citizens, office workers, housewives, OFWs who suffer
muscular pain.
Where
to Buy :
Mercury Drug Store, Rose Pharmacy, and South Star Drug
Price
: 388 Pesos
(64ml)
Related
Information :
The Filipino Doctor : BSI Medicated Spray
This spray was also tested by fellow bloggers who are into running and triathlon. Just click on the link to read about their experience using BSI Medicated Spray :
BSI MEDICATED SPRAY is distributed by New Smart Formulae Trading
Corp, a pharmaceutical distributor of high quality products in the
Philippines.