Information on Muscles & Sports

Heating gel, cooling gel, or a special product—which one should you use and when?

Choosing the right product depends on the stage of the injury and the treatment goal. The wrong choice—such as applying a warming gel to an acute inflammation—can make the condition worse. The rule of thumb: Apply cold in the first 48 hours after the injury. After that, or for chronic symptoms, apply heat.

MEDiDOR has been supplying sports physiotherapy practices and sports clubs in Switzerland for over 30 years.

Product Range at a Glance

Heat gels and fluids

Hyperemic agents (capsaicin, essential oils) increase blood flow to the skin and generate heat. Ideal before exercise, for chronic muscle tension, and as a preparation for massage.
Product range: Piniol Heat Fluid (Swiss classic), Axanova Hot Gel, Dul-X Strong (contains capsaicin, strong effect).

Cooling gels

Menthol and camphor trigger a cooling sensation via TRPM8 receptors—they don’t actually cool the skin, but they do reduce pain perception and inflammatory responses. Ideal for injuries, after exercise, and when overheated.
Product range: Axanova Cool Gel, Piniol Cool, Perskindol Cool.

Specialty products

Pernaton Green-Lipped Mussel Gel: A proven supplement for joint discomfort and osteoarthritis—contains glycosaminoglycans from New Zealand green-lipped mussels.
SHAOLIN Products: Pain relief gels based on traditional Chinese formulas for discomfort.
Roll-ons: Piniol CHi Energy Roll-on for , precise application to specific areas.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sports Gels and Sports Jellies

Heating or cooling gel – which one should you use when?

Acute injury (first 48 hours): cooling gel. Chronic muscle tension, before exercise: warming gel. Post-workout care (mild muscle fatigue): cooling gel or neutral lotion.

How many times a day should I use it?

Typically 2–4 times a day. When using heat ointments containing capsaicin (such as Dul-X Strong), allow the product to remain on the skin for a longer period of time and wash your hands thoroughly after use—avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes.

Have the products been approved for ?

Yes. All sports gels sold by MEDiDOR are approved as cosmetics or medical devices for topical for . Follow the instructions for use and be aware of any contraindications.

Advice & Ordering

Do you have questions about our product range or specific indications? We’d be happy to assist you personally—by phone, email, or at our Zurich showroom.