Healing with DMSO

1. DMSO: A Simple Extract with Powerful Healing Potential

Who could imagine that a simple extract from trees could be one of the most powerful healers of all time?

Hidden Gem. Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) is derived from tree lignin, a byproduct of the paper-making process, and possesses remarkable healing properties. Its potential spans from sports medicine to organ transplantation, showcasing its versatility. The author's initial skepticism transformed into fervent advocacy after witnessing DMSO's efficacy firsthand.

Personal Experience. The author's journey began with a customer's persistent rash, leading to a personal infection and subsequent deep dive into DMSO research. This experience ignited a passion to share DMSO's benefits, leading to popular videos and the development of successful DMSO product blends. The author believes DMSO is a gift, a substance that everyone should have in their home.

Wide Applications. DMSO's applications are vast, ranging from treating aches and pains to potentially stopping strokes and heart attacks. Its non-addictive nature and ability to protect DNA from radiation damage further solidify its status as a powerful healing agent. The author emphasizes that DMSO is a substance that every person should keep in the home, every parent should have in a first aid kit, and every doctor’s office and hospital should have on hand.

2. A Rocky History: DMSO's Suppression and Rediscovery

DMSO is the people’s medicine.

Discovery and Early Research. Discovered in 1866 by Russian doctor Alexander M. Saytzeff, DMSO's potential remained untapped for decades. It wasn't until the 1950s that British scientists recognized its cryoprotective properties, leading to its use in preserving bone marrow and blood cells. Dr. Stanley Jacob's discovery of DMSO's transdermal properties further fueled research into its medicinal applications.

FDA Ban and Controversy. Despite promising results, DMSO faced significant opposition, culminating in an FDA ban in 1965. This decision stemmed from a single negative study involving high doses in laboratory animals, leading to lens clouding. The author suggests that the ban was influenced by the thalidomide drug disaster, the fact that no one drug company could obtain an exclusive patent, and economic factors.

The People's Medicine. The author argues that DMSO's persecution is fueled by misinformation, legal suppression, and medical dogma. Because it is a natural compound, no one can own it. It is accessible and affordable, making it "the people's medicine." The author advocates for increased awareness and access to DMSO, emphasizing its potential to replace dangerous and addictive pharmaceutical drugs.

3. DMSO's Chemistry: A Unique and Versatile Molecule

Form is function.

Molecular Structure. DMSO is a small molecule composed of carbon, hydrogen, sulfur, and oxygen atoms. Its symmetry and polarity allow it to mix easily with water and alcohol, dissolve organic and inorganic substances, and readily move through the skin's layers. Its molecular shape is reminiscent of water, making it a powerful solvent.

Amphiphilic Properties. DMSO is amphiphilic, meaning it is both water-loving (hydrophilic) and fat-loving (lipophilic). This unique property allows it to act as a surfactant, making it effective in cleaning products and facilitating the transport of other substances through the skin. This is also one of the main reasons for its analgesic (pain-killing) properties.

Transdermal Agent. DMSO's ability to penetrate the skin is attributed to its interaction with water molecules and its effect on cell membrane lipids. It can switch places with water molecules, weaken electro-mechanical forces in the skin's pores, and cause fat molecules in cell membranes to transition to a liquid crystalline state. The dosage always matters in medicine, but with DMSO’s unique chemistry, it’s even more important to understand.

4. DMSO's Major Actions: Healing, Anti-inflammatory, and Protective

No synthetic drug can give the body its fundamental building blocks (called biochemicals) that run all our metabolic systems, rebuild cells and tissues, and remove waste materials.

Healing Crisis. The author emphasizes that DMSO is a natural healing compound that stimulates the body's innate healing mechanisms. However, individuals with accumulated toxins may experience a "healing crisis" or detoxification process, characterized by symptoms like headaches, nausea, and skin rashes. This is because the debris must be cleared out for healing to occur.

Anti-inflammatory Agent. DMSO is a remarkable anti-inflammatory agent, helping to remove specific biological markers such as cytokines, histamine, bradykinin, prostaglandins, and leukotrienes, and speeding tissue repair. It widens arteries, prevents vasoconstriction, increases cAMP production, and reduces thromboxane production, all contributing to improved blood flow and healing. DMSO is even better at this than aspirin as it also stops or slows the conduction of nerve fibers.

Antioxidant and Radioprotective. DMSO can act as both an antioxidant and a pro-oxidant, depending on the dosage and the body's needs. It also protects against radiation damage by increasing glutathione levels and accelerating DNA strand break repair. Applying DMSO to the body or taking it internally before undergoing any procedure involving radiation can be a wise decision for preventing DNA damage and the damaging effects of free radicals.

5. DMSO Precautions: Knowledge is Power

The proper use of DMSO will help to ensure a more successful outcome.

Skin Irritation. The most common issue with DMSO is temporary warmth, redness, peeling, itching, swelling, or burning. To diminish these effects, reduce the percentage of DMSO used. The author recommends adjusting percentages based on individual skin type and body reactions.

Clean Skin. When using DMSO topically, ensure the area of application is clean to prevent unwanted substances from being carried into the body. Wash the skin with soap and water or shower before use. The skin is porous and is an organ of elimination.

Detoxification Reactions. Begin DMSO use slowly to minimize detoxification symptoms. Individuals consuming processed foods, GMOs, and other chemicals may experience a healing crisis. The author recommends drinking plenty of water, resting, and fasting to support the liver's detoxification process.

6. How to Use DMSO: Protocols for Common Ailments

DMSO is truly a powerful healer, but, for the best outcomes, it should be used with wisdom and knowledge.

Aches and Pains. DMSO eases muscle pain, pain of injury, dental pain, nerve pain, pressure pain, and pain caused by inflammation. It is best used in combination with another substance when it comes to treating pain. For general muscle pain, the author recommends arnica homeopathic and/or topical arnica salve as well as magnesium oil on the skin in addition to some gentle stretching.

Burns. DMSO reduces pain, decreases swelling, and promotes healing in both wounds and burns. It has local anesthetic effects and mobilizes skin tissue cells, improving injury to blocked or damaged blood vessels unable to carry oxygen. For minor sunburn, a 50 percent solution diluted with water, colloidal silver, or preservative-free aloe vera can be used.

Headaches and Migraines. DMSO can prevent headaches and migraines. Apply a 50 percent solution of DMSO in water, aloe gel juice, or aloe gel over the temples, between the eyes at the forehead, on the back of the neck, on the throat, and over the liver area. The author also recommends drinking 1 teaspoon of DMSO diluted in 4 to 5 ounces of distilled water or juice right away.

7. DMSO Combinations: Synergistic Healing

On its own, DMSO has unique properties and healing effects, but blended with other substances it reaches a whole new level.

DMSO in Black Salve. DMSO is an essential ingredient in gentle drawing black salves, which are capable of removing splinters, embedded ticks, glass, insect bite venom, cactus spores, and other debris trapped just under the skin without causing dead tissue to form. The author recommends looking into black salve for more information.

DMSO with Essential Oils. DMSO can transport both water-soluble and oil-soluble molecules, making it an excellent carrier for essential oils. Blending essential oils with DMSO increases the pace of absorption into the skin, reducing the amount lost to evaporation. Common essential oil combinations include wintergreen, peppermint, black pepper, and sweet birch.

DMSO with CBD. CBD oil is a cannabinoid derived from the cannabis plant that helps to reduce pain and anxiety. Using DMSO with CBD will allow the CBD greater access to the cell receptors, causing healing cascades to occur. The author has been making a CBD blend with DMSO for many years that greatly assists pain and helps with relaxation.

8. DMSO Recipes: At-Home Remedies

It is my wish that you feel confident enough to use them for any health situation and that this section becomes filled with notes, bookmarks, and dog-ears, a valued book that will be handed down from generation to generation.

Antifungal Drops. This recipe combines Lugol's iodine, DMSO, and distilled water to create drops that work wonders on toenail fungus and other fungal issues. The drops are applied twice daily to the affected area.

Analgesic Formula. This formula soaks cloves in DMSO to enhance their analgesic properties. It is excellent for toothaches, muscle pain, and nerve pain. The formula is applied topically to the affected area.

Eye Drops. This recipe combines DMSO, distilled water, and natural sea salt to create eye drops that can assist with a variety of conditions. The author recommends using the sterile technique to avoid bacterial contamination.

9. DMSO for Animal Friends: Safe and Effective

DMSO is safe for use in dogs and has been FDA approved for treating musculoskeletal disorders.

Veterinary Medicine. The author's background in veterinary medicine informs the safe and effective use of DMSO in animals. DMSO is safe for use in dogs and has been FDA approved for treating musculoskeletal disorders. It is excellent for helping with joint pain, swelling, inflammation, and even scleroderma and lupus.

Dosing for Pets. When using DMSO on animals, take age and weight into consideration. Use between one eighth and one quarter of the human dose in general. The author's rule of thumb is 2 ml of pure DMSO for every 10 pounds of body weight in enough distilled water to dilute it between 20 and 50 percent, for internal application.

Infections and Injuries. Clean the affected area with warm water, then cleanse with colloidal silver. Apply a 50 percent DMSO solution that was diluted with distilled water or colloidal silver to the affected area. Always give homeopathic Arnica montana in case of injury, especially with bleeding and bruising.

10. FDA-Approved Medical Usages of DMSO: Acknowledged Potential

With the thousands of DMSO studies and loads of clinical evidence of the safety and profound health benefits dimethyl sulfoxide provides, these agencies should have long since embraced this substance.

RIMSO-50. One of the earliest parenteral products approved in the United States is RIMSO-50. It is a 50 percent sterile, non-heat causing, watery DMSO formulation used to help manage the symptoms of interstitial cystitis, a condition of the bladder wall.

Approved Devices. The FDA has approved several devices containing or using DMSO, including Onyx, Tegress, and Viadur. These devices utilize DMSO as a drug delivery agent or solubilizing excipient.

Cryopreservation. DMSO is "generally acceptable" as a cryoprotectant for use in human cells, tissues, and cellular and tissue-based products (HCT/Ps), as defined by the FDA. In the United States, pharmaceutical-grade DMSO is widely used for the cryopreservation of stem cells from umbilical cord blood at childbirth.

Last updated: April 22, 2025