Modern medicine often neglects highly effective “miracle” drugs. Despite numerous studies showing the safety and versatility of Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) in treating challenging conditions such as strokes, head trauma, spinal cord injuries, dementia, and Down Syndrome, it has largely been overlooked.
This disregard is surprising given that DMSO is also one of the most effective treatments for acute and chronic pain, musculoskeletal injuries, and chronic degenerative conditions like arthritis.
DMSO, Nature’s Healer
DMSO is a natural compound with unique properties that make it a versatile healing agent:
Rapid absorption — DMSO quickly spreads throughout the body when applied to the skin or ingested.
Cellular protection — It shields cells from stressors like burns, frostbite, blood loss, radiation, and shockwaves, and can even rescue damaged cells.
Safety profile — DMSO is extremely safe, with temporary skin irritation or a garlic-like odor being the most common side effects. In contrast, NSAIDs, the standard of care, cause numerous deaths each year.
Conduction blocking — DMSO selectively blocks pain signals from small nerve fibers, often involved in chronic pain, without causing tolerance.
Choline esterase inhibition — By boosting acetylcholine levels, DMSO enhances parasympathetic function and reduces pain.
Anti-inflammatory action — DMSO rapidly reduces inflammation by lowering inflammatory cytokines, scavenging free radicals, and draining edema.
Muscle relaxation — DMSO quickly relaxes skeletal muscles, providing relief from tension and spasms.
DMSO and Tissue Healing
DMSO significantly improves wound healing, with studies showing rapid and complete recovery in chronic skin wounds and effective treatment of ulcers.
Animal and human studies demonstrate DMSO’s ability to accelerate limb regeneration, enhance skin graft viability, and prevent scar formation.
DMSO also flattens and eliminates keloid scars and reduces radiation-induced fibrosis.
DMSO and Musculoskeletal Injuries
Early adopters of DMSO witnessed rapid improvements in acute injuries and chronic pain, leading to widespread adoption by doctors and pharmaceutical companies.
Despite its efficacy and safety, DMSO research was globally banned in 1965 due to false safety concerns raised by the FDA.
While DMSO is permitted in veterinary medicine for musculoskeletal injuries, its use in human medicine has been limited, with a few FDA-approved products combining it with other agents.
Forgotten studies show DMSO’s rapid improvement in bursitis, frozen shoulders, and other musculoskeletal conditions.
In conclusion, DMSO’s potential as a healing agent for a variety of conditions has been largely overlooked, despite its remarkable safety and efficacy.
During my clinical investigation with this medication, I found that physical therapy was unnecessary for musculoskeletal problems due to the rapid rehabilitation my patients experienced with DMSO. Pain relief was quick and effective with topical application, eliminating the need for narcotics or tranquilizers.
In a follow-up study, DMSO was found to significantly improve conditions such as sprains, strains, bursitis, and tendinitis, reducing the time patients were unable to work. A blinded study in 1994 showed that DMSO gel improved acute tendinopathies like tennis elbow, with patients experiencing improved pain and mobility after just a few days of treatment.
A review of studies in 1967 found that 72% of patients with musculoskeletal conditions improved with the use of topically applied DMSO. The authors noted that DMSO was effective in treating acute musculoskeletal disorders, providing frequent and sometimes dramatic improvements in pain and mobility.
Studies and testimonials from professional athletes have shown that DMSO is a valuable tool in treating sports injuries, both healing micro-injuries and rapidly treating traumatic injuries to allow athletes to return to full functionality. Athletes like June Jones and members of the Dallas Cowboys have testified to the effectiveness of DMSO in their recoveries, with some reporting significant benefits in reducing pain and swelling and speeding up the recovery process.
Overall, DMSO has shown promise in treating a wide range of acute musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries, providing quick and effective relief for patients looking to return to their normal activities. The Olympic team included a football player who tore his hamstring but was able to quickly return to the field.
In general, the football player had a 60% success rate with treatment and found that DMSO was most effective for tendinitis, myositis, and post-injury situations like muscle pulls, ankle sprains, strains, and soft tissue tears (with only skin irritation as a side effect). He also used DMSO for arthritic patients, especially those with rheumatoid arthritis, who experienced significant relief. Other anecdotes support the benefits of DMSO.
For instance, a track coach in Oregon who embraced DMSO early on shared stories of athletes recovering from hamstring and Achilles tendon injuries quickly, allowing them to return to full capacity within days. Another story involved a blind long-distance runner who was able to continue running due to DMSO treating musculoskeletal injuries, ultimately contributing to the inclusion of women in the sport.
It is worth noting that repeated concussions in sports like football can lead to cognitive impairment and dementia later in life. DMSO has shown promise in mitigating the effects of concussions, along with its numerous other applications in sports medicine.
Research studies have demonstrated DMSO’s efficacy in treating sports injuries, with positive outcomes for conditions ranging from acute traumas to chronic tendon issues. Athletes have benefited from DMSO treatments, experiencing improvements in pain, swelling, and recovery time.
In conclusion, the remarkable benefits of DMSO may spark skepticism, but the evidence supporting its use is compelling. Personal accounts and research studies highlight the potential of DMSO in treating various injuries and conditions, underscoring its value in sports medicine and beyond. Para encontrar más del trabajo de AMD, asegúrate de revisar El Lado Olvidado de la Medicina en Substack.