Do Vapor Rubs Really Work?

I have used vapor rubs on my knees , feet and legs for the pain of arthritis and gout for quite some time , it seems to soothe the pain while allowing me function normally for a big part of the day . The odor isn't bad either . It seems to work better than actual pain relieving creams or roll on's .

I have used Vapor Rub personally as an adult and it is very effective for me at helping with cough and eases breathing. (no mom effect)

Camphor used to be made by distilling the bark and wood of the camphor tree. Cinnamomum camphora is a species of evergreen tree that is commonly known under the names camphor tree, camphorwood or camphor laurel.[1]

My dad and other relatives have used camphor products non stop for years for allergies, sinus infections and asthma - if poisoning were a thing, they would be dead, not in their 80's.

Momcare = Warm honey & lemon water. Cotton pajamas.
Dadcare = Honey & lemon & whiskey. Wool sock safety-pinned around throat.