Topical creams can be applied to the muscle, tendon, and joints by applying the medication across the affected area. Since oral drugs (taken by mouth) can cause side effects due to its systemic spread throughout the body, topical creams have limited systemic involvement. This allows for safe delivery of medications with little chance of side effects associated with oral medication administration. Talk to a specialist today at Colorado Pain Care to determine if topical creams are the right avenue for your healthcare treatment!