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The Role of Medical Marijuana in Pain Management

MMJ Recs

Research published in reputable medical journals has provided compelling evidence supporting the use of cannabis as a viable therapeutic option for individuals suffering from chronic pain. Safety Considerations and Side Effects While medical marijuana holds promise as a pain management option, it is not without risks.

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Report: Cannabis May Help Wean Chronic Pain Patients Off of Opioids

The Joint Blog

According to a new case report a patient with a multi-year history of chronic pain and opioid use was weaned off prescription opiates following the use of medical cannabis. The report, titled Medical cannabis as an alternative for opioids for chronic pain: A case report , was published by Medical Case Reports.

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The History of Cannabis and Skateboarding

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

However, cannabis and skateboarding share more history than injury and pain relief. In particular, skateboarders and other athletes began to embrace CBD for its ability to improve anxiety, inflammation, chronic pain , and more without the psychoactive effects of THC. Only time will tell.

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The history and science of psychedelics: from acid and shrooms to ketamine and salvia

The Cannigma

History: Magic mushrooms have likely been consumed as long as humans have roamed the earth – or possibly longer, according to Terrance McKenna’s “Stoned Ape Theory,” which suggests human evolution and language development was expedited by these mushrooms. History: Bufo is a slang term for the poisonous secretions of certain toads.

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The History of Cannabis in Medicine

Cannabis Law Report

Chronic pain. Medical cannabis is known to possess pain-relieving properties. Thus, many people often use it to relieve themselves of chronic pain, muscle pain, and pain in the joints. Chronic pain is the primary cause of disability in many people worldwide.

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8 Pain Management Centers In Missouri And How They Can Help MMJ Patients

MMJ Recs

Living with chronic pain can be debilitating and affect every aspect of your life. If you’re searching for the best pain clinics in Missouri or Missouri pain doctors near you, you’re not alone. Whether you’re dealing with back pain in St.

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North Carolina Cherokee Indians Are Opening The State’s First Dispensary

Veriheal

The new dispensary honors the Cherokee nation’s long-intertwined history with cannabis as a medicine and the tribe’s views regarding their connection to the land. I think they’re excited that we can possibly be making history, being the first tribe [and government] in North Carolina to legalize marijuana.