Yeah, anti-inflammatory pills are hard on your stomach. I had laser surgery to fix some internal bleeding from them. I was taking several NSAIDS and using ice to deal with pain I had at the time. I changed my diet and started taking over the counter steroids that have it under control.
I dont know if I want to give up pills.
I wish I could take pills vs eat like on the jetsons.
I had pain patches, but they stick to the inside of your clothing too easily.