Randomized, double-blind study
MuscleCare vs BioFreeze® and Icy Hot®
MuscleCare showed significant increases in muscle pressure-pain threshold compared with BioFreeze® and Icy Hot®.
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Maximum-Strength Ointment (4 oz)
Longer-lasting topical relief for persistent muscle and joint discomfort, with a time-release formula designed for deeper, targeted application.
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$34.99
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Backed by published research
Real Research Supports MuscleCare
MuscleCare has been evaluated in randomized, double-blind studies and a large ingredient-safety review.
Randomized, double-blind study
MuscleCare vs topical NSAID drug Voltaren®
MuscleCare was at least as effective as topical NSAID drug Voltaren®.
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Meta-analysis of 1,500 papers
MuscleCare ingredient safety profile
Review of the active ingredient safety profile of MuscleCare products during pregnancy and nursing.
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TRUSTED BY THE PROS
The best of the best manual practitioners use Musclecare. Are you?
Trusted by leading clinicians, educators and performance professionals.
ORTHOPEDIC MASSAGE
James Waslaski
LMT, CPT
International lecturer in Integrated Manual Therapy. Massage Therapy Hall of Fame; two-time Teacher of the Year.
“ MuscleCare is the fastest acting, and most effective, sub-topical pain reliever I have ever used in my 37 years as a Manual Therapist and International Educator. ”
PAIN & RECOVERY
Dr. Chris Oswald
BSc, DC
Chiropractor of 38 years. Founder & CEO, MuscleCare; Co-CEO, O.FPT; founder CFFHP Canada's largest pain and performance clinic.
PAIN NEUROSCIENCE
Troy Lavigne
LMT, CKTI, BCTMB
Pain neuroscience educator. President, Boulder School of Massage Therapy; Global Head Mentor, KTAI; CO-AMTA Board.
REHAB & MOVEMENT
Mark O'Sullivan
PT, AT, LMT
Irish-born rehab expert in San Diego; co-founder of Bodymechanix Athlete movement analysis.
TAPING & PERFORMANCE
Brad Norris
M.Ed., RMT, Kinesiologist
Director of Education, The Movement Mojo; Lead Clinical Educator, Pinotape. Former Olympic bobsleigh athlete.
CUPPING
Paul Kohlmeier
BPE, LMT
CEO Cupping Canada, Course creator and lead instructor. LMT, teaching for over 15 years.
SPORTS & ANATOMY
Julie Pitois
LMT, CAMTC, BCTMB
Founder, Pro To Col Sport Systems. Former pro volleyball athlete; 25+ years as therapist and educator.
OSTEOPATHIC & SPORTS
Sean-Michael Latimour
DOMP, CST, PTS, MNLP
International speaker, educator and judge. World Massage Festival Hall of Fame (2026).
Made for how you move
Maximum-strength formula
MuscleCare’s strongest topical formula for more intense muscle and joint discomfort.
Persistent & recurring discomfort
Designed for ongoing and recurring problem areas where a richer ointment format makes more sense.
Targeted application
Focused application to specific areas of muscle and joint discomfort.
Menthol + Camphor OTC actives
Temporarily relieve minor muscle and joint aches and pains.
Magnesium-supported formula
Supports the ATP-dependent processes involved in normal muscle relaxation.
Broader supporting blend
Includes MSM, glucosamine, chondroitin, wintergreen and eucalyptus.
What makes the formula different
16 key natural ingredients, assembled in a proprietary way that gives us MyoDrive Technology.
Magnesium
OUR KEY INGREDIENT! Supports the ATP-dependent processes involved in normal muscle relaxation and actin-myosin cross-bridge release.
Menthol + Camphor
OTC active ingredients that help temporarily relieve minor muscle and joint aches and pains.
MSM + Glucosamine + Chondroitin
Part of MuscleCare’s broader supporting ingredient blend in the Maximum-Strength Ointment.
Safflower Oleosomes
Plant-derived oleosomes in the ointment base help support prolonged delivery of incorporated ingredients over time.
Product description
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Dr. Chris’s special formula ensures deep penetration into muscles and joints for maximum effectiveness, our ointment specifically formulated for those most stuborn of issues.
Shown in 3 clinical studies to outperform leading national brands!
MuscleCare goes where other topicals cant!
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21 ingredients (see below)
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Optimized absorption, so acts in 5-15 minutes.
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Designed for chronic issues like arthritis, post whiplash, concussions, etc.
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Uses oleosomes for better absorption and a timed release effect
Maximum-Strength Ointment
Active Ingredients
Menthol 4.0%, Camphor 4.0%
Inactive Ingredients We Value:
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol & Polysorbate-20, Dimethyl sulfone (MSM), Safflower Oloesomes (Carathamus Tinctoius), Glucosamine sulfate, Glycerin, Grape seed oil (Vitis vinifera), Urea, Acacia Senegal Gum & Xanthum Gum, Phenoxyethanol & ethelhexyl glycerin, Eucalyptus Leaf Oil, Tocopherol (natural Vitamin E), Wintergreen leaf oil, Thymol crystals (5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)phenol), Chondroitin Sulfate, Magnesium chloride.
Shipping is FREE anywhere in all 50 states in the United States and throughout Canada.
We want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Items can be returned or exchanged within 60 days of delivery, no questions asked!
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It isn't the product That I dislike. The cost is. It's exorbitant for a single therapist. I will use this very sparingly bc it costs so much.
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I'm a massage therapist and my clients and I love this product!
J
It’s great. My chiropractor uses it on me love it
M
The cream my clients prefer—it's the best! 👌
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You have a wonderful product, definitely helps. You forget about the aches and pains. Very long lasting. Thanks so much.
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Very pleased with the Muscle Care product!
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Muscle Care is the best cream for sore muscles that I have ever used!
John
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Great product, helps with knee pain
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For many years I have had a lower leg pain no one has been able to diagnose. When it flares up i have used a very wide variety of topicals over the years. Muscle Care doesn’t completely eliminate it, but it’s the only one that has made it bearable.
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This is used at my chiropractor’s office and i had to order some for home. It really helps with muscle spasms and when i get a flare up with my back or neck.
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This is the BEST muscle cream I have ever used! Get it if you have pain, especially chronic pain!
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This is used at my chiropractor’s office and i had to order some for home. It really helps with muscle spasms and when i get a flare up with my back or neck.
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I have been using Muscle Care for over 10 years very successfully. I am a golfer. Most times my arthritic hands hurt just to tie my shoelaces but 30 seconds after applying the ointment all pain was gone. I kept the roll on product in my golf bag in case of emergency (hands free application). I shared it with many of my buddies and they loved it too. A great product, way better than the over the counter products!
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Good ointment vewry effective. Thanks
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I love using the ointment for muscle aches. I mainly use it at night and it works. I’ve tried many other products, but nothing compares to Muscle pain care. The BEST!
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Amazing Product! Works fast love the discount price.
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The best I have used so far for my sore calf muscles.
John Gaylord
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Relief the pain in my rotator cuff works very well. Love the product. Thank you again for having this product on the market.
M
Great product, works fast lasts for hours
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This cream is incredible. I had a shoulder pain. I put it on and within minutes I felt some relief just the best pain cream I’ve ever purchased for pain
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Excellent
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Wonderful for sore muscles and helps my husband sleep.
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we love mussel cream
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Have not yet received
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Love this product!
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I find it helps with my hip pain. I have used it for many years and plan to continue using it.
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This product works extremely well for my arthritis. Best I have found.
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Great stuff
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1st introduced by my certified/licensed massage therapist. Found it helpful, as well as relaxing in easing knee & other discomforts.
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Got a small package from my son because my leg was hurting so bad.I tried it and got immediate relief. I’ve already recommended it to my family.
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For osteoarthritis and CPPD pain, Muscle Care works great, better than A535 or other OTC creams.
Thanks
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Muscle Care is the only product I will totally recommend for sore muscles after a workout, but even more so for arthritic problems, be it wrists, thumbs, neck, quads, knees, ankles and tennis elbow. Muscle Care has been my friend for over 30 years. I was one of the first privileged people to purchase a tube of ointment from the very Chris Oswald himself. Never looked back. You cannot go wrong!
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Good product
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Maximum-Strength Ointment best used?
It is especially useful in the morning and before bed, or whenever you want a richer, focused application for persistent or recurring problem areas.
What types of discomfort is it designed for?
It is designed for temporary relief of minor muscle and joint aches and pains associated with conditions such as backache, arthritis, strains, sprains and bruises.
How is the Ointment different from the Roll-On?
The Roll-On is built for fast, convenient cooling relief and easy daytime use. The Ointment is a richer maximum-strength format designed for persistent problem areas and longer-lasting application.
Can I use the Ointment and Roll-On in the same routine?
Yes. A common approach is to use the Ointment in the morning and before bed, with the Roll-On available during the day or around activity.
What does the time-release ointment base do?
The ointment base includes safflower-derived oleosomes that help support prolonged delivery of incorporated ingredients over time.
How should I apply it?
Please visit our wellness resources (also available via the QR code on every product), for home protocols and stretch routines for the top 40+ conditions and injury types:
https://linktr.ee/musclecarerelief