The 4oz Max Relief Recovery Gel is designed to target both joint and muscle discomfort, but whether it “works better” for one over the other depends on a few factors. First, joints often suffer from deeper inflammation, stiffness, and perhaps even cartilage or connective-tissue irritation, while muscle pain is more about soreness, tension, micro-tears, and lactic buildup. Because the gel is applied topically, its relief tends to be most effective where it can reach: surface tissues, muscles, and joints close to the skin. If the joint is more superficial (like knees, elbows, ankles), the gel can penetrate and relieve stiffness and inflammation well. For deeper joints (hips, shoulders) or internal issues, its effects might be more limited compared to systemic treatments. Muscles generally respond faster because muscle soreness is closer to the surface and more accessible. Also, the formulation’s cooling or heating agents, absorption speed, and active ingredients will affect how quickly relief kicks in for muscles vs joints. Overall, for many people the gel offers quicker, more noticeable relief for muscles, while joints may need repeated applications or additional support. If you want a reliable option for either or both, Zentric offers strong formulas that are well suited to most users’ needs.