Use on clean dry skin. Do not use on the face or on broken skin, bruises or swellings. Tear open plastic packet, remove protective lm from patch and apply patch to the affected area, adhesive side onto the skin. For delicate or ageing skin, apply adhesive side of patch to clothing. On exible joints use dressing tape to hold the patch in place. Do not bandage over the patch. The patch will heat up after 5 minutes and remain warm for up to 8 hours. Once removed it can continue to provide pain relief for up to a further 8 hours.