WD40 fascinating fact ......... your opinion please!?

Question

I recently heard that WD40 can benefit people when rubbed into painful and stiff joints, particularly those with arthritis. Despite the fact that it is a spirit based material, greasy, smelly and possibly toxic to the skin, this fact is apparently well supported. Has anybody heard this fascinating piece of trivia? Has anyone heard of anyone benefitting in this way or indeed has anyone actually benefitted themselves? I have tried to find patients who have had success here but haven't heard a squeak from any of them ..... ( joke ) .... seriously, anyone got anything to say in support of this?

Answer 1

One of the ingredients of WD40 is fish body oil and this can be of benefit to those suffering from arthritis. However, it contains a lot of other substances that could be toxic and the fish oil is not pharmaceutical quality. You can buy fish body oil from health food shops. Gramme for gramme it's probably cheaper although it doesn't have the spirit base to distribute it.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

WD-40 For Arthritis: What Is The Premise?

The premise seems simple enough, you spray or rub on a dose of WD-40 to free up stiff, painful arthritic joints just like they oiled up the Tin Man in the classic movie "The Wizard of Oz".

However, according to John C. Wolf, D.O., Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Family Medicine News (1998 archives), "In the case of WD-40, a great myth developed about its benefits in treating arthritis. It is easy to follow the flawed logic: WD-40 works wonders on stiff door locks, squeaky hinges, and rusted bolts. Therefore, it should make my stiff, sore, squeaking arthritic joints work better. Unfortunately, like all myths, this one isn't true."


WD-40 For Arthritis: Potential For Harm

A look at the WD-40 MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) shows that the product contains petroleum distillates. Skin contact may cause drying of skin and/or irritation. According to the WD-40 MSDS, it is advised to wash with soap and water if you have contact with your skin.

Greater risks can come from prolonged exposure. According to the article, WD-40 for Arthritis? by Katherine Poehlmann, Ph.D., "To date, no credible scientific studies have shown any benefit from the use of WD-40 for arthritis. In fact, there may be cumulative harmful effects."


WD-40 For Arthritis: The History Of WD-40

The product WD-40 was first developed in 1953 by the chemist Norm Larsen. The name WD-40 stands for water displacement, 40th attempt.

The history of the product along with many fascinating facts can be found at the WD-40 company website, which also states, "The most interesting piece of WD-40's history is the uses for the product, now numbering in the thousands. The uses include everything from silencing squeaky hinges and removing road tar from automobiles to protecting tools from rust and removing adhesive labels. But they get a lot crazier than that. Over the years, thousands of WD-40 users have written testimonial letters to the company sharing their often unique, if sometimes just plain weird, uses for the product."

However, it should be noted that these are household uses not medical uses.

As clearly stated on the UK website for the WD-40 Company, in response to the question "Can WD-40 be used for arthritis?", the reply is, "WD-40 is not a medical product. We would never recommend to people that they spray WD-40 onto the skin. Our recommendation is to see your GP (general practitioner) for expert advice on alleviating arthritis."


WD-40 For Arthritis: Why The Myth?
To date, there have been no clinical studies to prove the efficacy of this practice. However, there are a few anecdotal theories as to why proponents of the practice might feel better:

Similarity To Topical Pain Relief Products

Some "think" it's only the coolness of the spray. Some may be experiencing a soothing feeling similar to that created by actual topical pain relief products.

Answer 4

Just about anyone suffering from stiff and aching joints has wished for magical oil to make those bones move more smoothly. Some have even tried rubbing sore joints with motor oil or spraying them with WD-40.

Smearing yourself with these messy metal lubricants won’t do a thing for your arthritis. But you may be surprised to learn that putting the right kind of oils inside your body could help with the aches and pains.

Answer 5

Yes I've heard this. Supposedly it because it's such a refined oil not a thick texture like others. My dad uses warmed olive or almond oil.

Did you know that NASA invented WD40?

Answer 6

I heard WD stands for Water Displacement
and the main ingredient is fish oil

so I don;t reckon it's toxic

I use Blue Emu from down under - that's my snake oil

Answer 7

I feel sure at least one ingredient is toxic and and can penetrate the skin. Many, myself included find glucosamine helpful with arthritis, it can take 4 to 6 weeks to take effect though, not instant.

Answer 8

No, haven't heard anything along those lines, but it's GREAT on squeaky shoes! Honest!

Answer 9

What's WD40?

Answer 10

If this is possibly toxic to the skin, who in their right mind would be willing to try it?