MSM or as called as "methylsulfonylmethane (METH-əl-sul-FON-il-METH-ane)" is a science product which health experts said it is good to treat Osteoarthritis or the joint pain. It has elements that is good for building blocks for joint that solve your pain joint problem. An msm cream is widely known as a treat and it is up to your health expert or a doctor if it is good for you. In some instances when it natural elements is it is made of, you can have your own perception on either to have it or not, in short you can have your own judgment with the product. The thing is you have to be careful in choosing one or deciding because your health is the subject and whatever will happen, you are yourself is accountable. Yes, the judgment is on your hand but make it sure you have enough knowledge of the product and such. Keep going.. Have a great one! ~hugs~