MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) is a dietary supplement form of sulfur that is found in our living tissues. MSM supports healthy tendons, ligaments, and muscle. MSM is an supplement used in the treatment of conditions such as arthritis, muscle pains and bursitis. MSM should be considered an integral part of any health care practice because of its physiological action. The biggest reason why MSM is so important is because it contains sulfur.

Sulfur compounds play a significant role in many bodily functions, organs and systems. Sulfur is even in our hair and nails. Because it is found in such abundance MSM is pretty cheap, not in quality but in price. It is also as safe as drinking water. During my research I found that MSM is in a ton of products products such as some sunscreens, lotions, and aloe gel to name a few. But I think more importantly MSM has its greatest use in the treatment of joint pain. MSM provides relief of inflammation, it could increase the blood supply to the affected area, and it could reduce muscle spasms. But in conjunction with glucosamine and chondroitin, MSM could have a tremendous pain relieving affect on people with osteoarthritis a debilitating joint disease.