Menthol gel tested on 367 marathon runners for pain relief

NCT ID NCT07565246

First seen May 11, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested whether a menthol gel (Biofreeze) can reduce muscle soreness in marathon runners. 367 adults who ran the 2025 Chicago Marathon used the gel and reported their pain levels before and after applying it. The goal was to see how well and how quickly the gel relieves pain, and how factors like age, sex, and sleep affect its effectiveness.

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Locations

  • Curion Strategic Product Insights

    Deerfield, Illinois, 60015, United States

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