Replied by Art from California on 07/30/2025

Hi bluenite,

I have only used DMSO to act as a solvent for other molecules and substances, as a pain reliever and as a transdermal penetration enhancer for other molecules and substances. While I found it worked well as a solvent and as a transdermal penetration enhancer, for me, it offered zero pain relief, but others have reported significant pain relief. I have not used it orally.

My main issue is the cleanliness required for safe use is difficult for me to maintain for any length of time as would be required for longer term testing. There is also the odor issue that has to be considered with longer term use. I understand that our bodies adapt to the smell fairly quickly, but not so much for others around us.

Art

 

Replied by Vera from Colorado on 07/30/2025

Bluenite, ahoj. I have used DMSO. For skin, I am impressed with its ability to heal old scars. Also, I recently developed what may have been a cellulitis patch on my arm. Healed quickly. Also helps with postherpectic neuralgia. I have used it internally for a short time, but did not notice any effects.

Used it externally for sciatica, helped a lot. I don't worry about its ability to carry things in. Have reasonably clean skin, then apply with a finger, at 70% or so.

What have you tried?

Replied by bliss from Bali on 07/31/2025

DMSO: My Multi-Purpose Miracle Liquid

Hi Peter! So, I’ve been slathering DMSO ( I bought on my skin and dabbing it in my eyes twice a day like it’s some kind of mystical elixir—because apparently, I’m now part of the "glow like a firefly, see like a hawk" club. Our journey together began eight months ago when I decided to test gravity mid-hike and turned my knee into abstract art. DMSO swooped in like a biochemical superhero, playing the role of "I’m not a doctor, but I play one in my bathroom."

But wait—there’s more! My six rescue dogs (yes, six… I collect needy furballs like they’re Pokémon) also get the DMSO treatment when they’re feeling off. I adjust the concentration -100%, 70%-50% for me and 70% 50% for my furry kids.

Oh, and sometimes I’ll swirl a drop in my mouth like a weird, medicinal wine tasting when my tooth is acting up. Speaking of weird, my wobbly tooth has been getting the DMSO homemade toothpaste (50%) treatment, and so far, it’s hanging on like a determined koala. Is it healing, or just clinging out of spite? Science may never know. I believe in re-minerizing my tooth (i had a root canal done long time ago) and refuse to part with it and replace it with a fake one.

The best part? No funky garlic smell—which, according to the internet, makes me either lucky or a mutant. Also, zero side effects, unless you count my dogs judging me hard every time I uncap the bottle. ("Here she comes with the weird liquid again…")

DISCLAIMER: This is my personal DMSO fanfic—not medical advice. Do your research (I read four books and scoured the internet. Yes - you can call me a nerd), proceed when you are comfortable and have trust with DMSO (my swiss army knife.)Knowledge, intention and belief are needed when I try something new.

Replied by Madelyn from Idaho on 08/04/2025

Hi bliss,

Did you put the DMSO directly into your eyes or just on top of your eyelids?

Has your eyesight improved?

Replied by bluenite from Czech Republic on 08/10/2025

It is definitely good to be extremely careful when applying it in general. It is a solvent with a high potential for cell penetration.

Personally, I try 99.9% and dilute it to 70 or 50%, or less. I also use it internally, in combination with orange juice. My initial problem is neuropathy in my feet, cramps, and chronic inflammationcaused by lyme neuroborreliosis. It's a long road, nothing happens quickly, and it affects everyone differently. For example, I am not bothered by the smell of garlic or oysters at all, even in the highest concentration. I don't want to see antibiotics for inflammation; I treat it naturally.

Best regards, Peter

Replied by Be Well from USA on 10/12/2025

Really appreciate the super funny post! I needed that this morn......

Replied by GertJr from Madison, AL on 10/17/2025

I recently read of a man in Asia (sorry, lost the link) who injected the cds. He made it with sterile saline (like you buy for contacts) instead of distilled water. He didn't say how much he injected, but claimed that his knee was back to 100% after the third injection. I'd try this for sure if I had an idea of the dose. If I don't get pain relief soon, I may just give it a go regardless (take the time to make the cds first, so a few days to really think about it). Start with 1cc and see what happens. I drink it anyway with no adverse effects and figure it would absorb into the tissues, do it's thing, and then be metabolized. I'd sure like Art and others opinions on this.

Replied by Art from California on 10/17/2025

Hi GertJr,

I have no opinion on the injection because I have never used chlorine dioxide.

What can add to the healing potential of borax lotion and melatonin lotion is mag oil which is available as a spray on Amazon. All three should be useful for a torn meniscus to heal if it hasn't. For more pain relief, you can test Naproxen lotion. Here is how to make it :

You can test naproxen lotion by filling a shot glass 3/4 full with body lotion. Take 4 naproxen soft gel capsules and poke a hole in the end of each capsule with a large needle. Squeeze the punctured soft gel's liquid into the lotion in the shot glass. Stir the lotion very, very well with something like a coffee stir stick until the naproxen is well blended into the lotion. Apply the lotion all the way around the knee and see if that offers enough pain relief. Cover the naproxen lotion with a jar lid or small saucer in between uses. Naproxen lotion is only for pain relief, not healing. The other three are for longer term healing with daily application.

On the outside chance that this is a nerve related issue, in addition to the knee applications, apply the melatonin lotion and mag oil to your lower spine, from the bottom of the tail bone up about 10 inches. Apply to the lower spine whenever applying to the knee. If that extra step adds more relief, there may be a nerve component to the knee pain and that will take time to heal with daily applications to both the lower spine and knee.

If application to the lower spine adds relief to the knee pain, icing that lower spine area can help speed the healing process.

As always, get your doctor's approval and supervision for all of the above in order to be as safe as possible and to be sure it will be compatible with any meds you are taking.

Let us know if this is helpful for you.

Art

Replied by Art from California on 10/17/2025

Hi again, GertJr,

I forgot to mention, that the "movement in the joint" doesn't sound normal and warrants another scan of the knee.

The Naproxen gel avoids stomach damage from NSAIDS.

My friends who have had TKR had very good results and said they wish they hadn't waited to have it done.

Art

Replied by Lisa from FL on 10/17/2025

I haven't had an experience with CDS IV, but wondered if you had considered prolozone therapy, which is a non-surgical treatment for knee pain that involves injecting a mixture of ozone, oxygen, vitamins, minerals, and homeopathic agents into the affected joint to stimulate tissue repair and regeneration. Some chiropractors have this treatment, people who practice sports medicine, functional medical doctors, etc.

Replied by GertJr from Madison, AL on 10/18/2025

Thanks, Art. That's what I thought. I need to insist on another scan. BTW, last night I was in such pain that I took a hydrocodone that I had from the original surgery (I only took one then, so have plenty left). It did nothing for my pain. I finally took an ibuprofen and it helped. I notice with hydrocodone that all it does is agitate me, I can't sleep when I take it and it does nothing for the pain (which is why I didn't take them). If I have TKR, what about the pain then? They always give tramadol or hydrocodone and neither of them does squat for me. Tylenol3 helps, but I haven't had that in over 15 years. I rarely take pain meds.

Replied by Art from California on 10/18/2025

Hi GertJr,

Hydrocodone does nothing for me either and it causes constipation in many people.

If ibuprofen is helpful for the pain, I think you will like the naproxen lotion and it should be useful post TKR also. Make a shot glass up of the naproxen lotion or use ibuprofen soft gels if you prefer, but either way this lotion is easier on your body. Some people find a slightly better effect from Naproxen over Ibuprofen.

Art