The extent of a focal tendon abnormality was intrasubstance in none (0%) of 16 patients with full-thickness tears, one (20%) of five patients with bursal surface partial-thickness tears, two (20%) of 10 patients with articular surface partial-thickness tears, and two (15%) of 13 patients with tendons without tear.
1 Adequate Intake (AI), where no RDA has been established, but the amount established is somewhat less firmly believed to be adequate for everyone in the demographic group.  Tolerable upper intake levels (UL), to caution against excessive intake of nutrients (like vitamin A) that can be harmful in large amounts.
Jacob, who wrote the DMSO insert, said it does not accurately indicate how DMSO should be used but rather reflects the struggle between scientists and the FDA. What is the time scale for treatment? Contrary to the insert, Dr. Jacob suggests trying DMSO for one year before giving up on it.