MSM, Glucosamine and Chondroitin is actually good for joints by way of repairing connective tissue. Bromelain can also help with inflammation. Shark Cartilege is also very reputable. And if it's severe there's an expensive but worthy product called Wobenzym that will help.
Along with systemic enzymes, collagen supps are good. Helped out the severely hyper extended elbow a year ago.
I got bicept tendonitis. Glucosamine and Chondroitin helps to heal the tendons. Might take a couple months tho.