What Is DMSO Gel?
Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) gel is a colorless, faintly oily gel created as a byproduct of wood pulp. DMSO gel is typically used as a industrial solvent, but is also used to relieve pain caused by arthritis or an autoimmune disorder. According to PainEase.com, DMSO gel is used in Europe for the treatment of arthritis and bursitis, but is not FDA approved for topical use in the United States because it is not clear how it affects the body. Benefits DMSO gel is used to treat pain associated with many illnesses, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, tendinitis, and arthrosis. According to a study reported by the National Institutes of Health, 44% of participants who experienced tendinitis, alleviated their pain within two weeks after using DMSO gel. Positive results were experienced within three days to one week of use. Features According to Racoon.com, DMSO gel can penetrate the blood stream through application on the skin, allowing it and any other substances that touch the affe