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Medical Marijuana and Chronic Pain Management: A Comprehensive Overview

United Patients Group

Chronic pain is a prevalent and debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is often defined as pain lasting more than three months, and it can have a significant impact on an individual’s daily life and well-being.

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Study: CBD May “Significantly Reduce Opioid Use and Improve Chronic Pain and Sleep Quality

The Joint Blog

CBD could “significantly reduce opioid use and improve chronic pain and sleep quality among patients who are currently using opioids for pain management”, according to a new study. Despite the documented adverse effects, opioids are widely used for pain management.

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Beta-Caryophyllene: Terpene Powerhouse

Project CBD

Recent papers explore the potential role of BCP in treating a wide range of conditions including non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, chronic pain, and substance abuse. Medical scientists are studying beta-caryophyllene as a treatment for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, chronic pain, and substance abuse. 15 355-366.

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3 Ways Florida Medical Marijuana Can Be Used to Fight Cancer

FloridaMarijuana.net

Often, skin cancer or dermatological patients benefit from this method, however those with chronic pain and inflammation may benefit as well. Cannabinoids are extracted from the cannabis plant and an extract oil is created. Suppositories: Cannabis suppositories are cone-shaped capsules administered rectally.

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Kanabo to Deliver First Medical Grade Cannabis Extract Vape Formulas in the UK

Cannabis Law Report

Inhalation of cannabis extracts allows for a faster onset and higher bioavailability than tinctures and oils, and now that doctors can monitor a patient’s metered-dosage, more accurate patient data. Kanabo’s medical line aims to enable patients to move away from the harmful habit of smoking medical cannabis flowers. Michelle Tamir.

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6 Cannabis Infused Items to Help with Chronic Pain

Otherside Farms

Chronic pain can affect the quality of life of an individual as it usually comes with severe discomfort that lasts for days or weeks. Fortunately, you can alleviate this pain by using proper medication. However, most of these pain-relieving drugs come with side-effects. Instead, it helps to ease pain and inflammation.

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Medical Marijuana Can Be Used to Treat Neuropathy

FloridaMarijuana.net

Neuropathic pain is chronic pain made prevalent by tissue injury. Other symptoms include : Pain or cramping, especially of the hands, feet or calf muscles. The American Chronic Pain Association (ACPA) states that “with neuropathic pain, the nerve fibers themselves might be damaged, dysfunctional, or injured.