For the past few years I've had an increase in pain in almost all my joints as well as part of my lower back, around L-3.
Dr Gott's column a few days ago mentioned that castor oil was good for such pain(s). Also, there is a new (to me) ointment called Castiva. I've been using it for over a week and I have noticed a lessening of my discomforts...... but then maybe am imagining things (?). At any rate, here's an URL with more info on that stuff. http://www.castivabrands.com/warming/ Cheers, Bobberino it's 88ºF outside already Arggghhh...!!!!!