FlexiSEQ is a drug-free topical gel designed to provide relief from joint pain and stiffness associated with everyday wear and tear as well as osteoarthritis. The product range includes FlexiSEQ for joint wear and tear and FlexiSEQ Max Strength for osteoarthritis. These gels utilise a unique lubricating technology known as SEQ Tech®. The technology involves billions of plant-based, oily droplets called Sequessomes™. When the gel is applied to the skin and dries, these droplets pass through the skin and localise on cartilage surfaces, forming a lubricating layer. This physical mode of action helps to reduce friction and address joint damage, thereby relieving pain and improving mobility.
FlexiSEQ is distinct from traditional painkillers, such as Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) like diclofenac and ibuprofen. While NSAIDs work by altering physiological pathways to temporarily relieve inflammation, FlexiSEQ acts physically to lubricate joints. This difference means FlexiSEQ has an excellent safety profile with no reported systemic side effects, even after over 100 million applications. It can be used long-term and alongside other medications without causing drug interactions or exacerbating pre-existing conditions such as high blood pressure. Patients who need to avoid or minimise the use of drug-based painkillers due to other medical conditions, age, or concomitant medications are particularly suited for FlexiSEQ products.
The product line consists of two main formulations: * FlexiSEQ (for Joint Wear & Tear): This contains a lighter formulation with a lower concentration of Sequessome vesicles. It is designed for active individuals whose joints suffer from everyday wear and tear, such as those cycling, walking, hiking, gym-goers, or yoga practitioners. It is available in 50g and 100g packs. * FlexiSEQ Max Strength (for Osteoarthritis): This is a fully concentrated, higher strength formulation clinically proven for the pain and stiffness associated with osteoarthritis. It is recommended for those whose joint pain and stiffness limit their daily activities.
Both products are applied twice daily, in the morning and evening, to clean, dry skin on affected joints (hands, knees, hips, shoulders). The gel must be left to dry for 10 minutes for the SEQ Tech® to work effectively. Improvements in joint flexibility and pain relief are often noticeable within 2 to 10 days of initial use. The gel is water-based, non-sticky, and washes off easily.
Regarding availability and purchasing, FlexiSEQ products are available through various UK retailers and online pharmacies. For instance, Vivomed lists Flexiseq Arthritis Gel 100g (though currently backordered) and offers shipping to UK and Irish addresses. Orders over £60 generally qualify for free shipping, excluding pharmaceutical orders. Delivery methods and estimated times are determined by the retailer based on order value and size.
In terms of free samples or trial offers, the provided source material does not contain specific details regarding a formal free sample programme, mail-in samples, or no-cost trials for FlexiSEQ. The sources focus on the product's formulation, mechanism of action, clinical benefits, and purchasing logistics rather than promotional freebie schemes. Therefore, while the product is available for purchase in the UK, specific information on accessing free samples is not present in the current data set.