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Cannabis Tops the List of CDC’s Investigation for Alternative Pain Treatment

Veriheal

However, recently the CDC has been hosting meetings with medical cannabis patients as part of a larger project that includes gaining insight from those utilizing alternative treatments to manage pain. Earlier this summer in June, the CDC closed its public comment period regarding pain management.

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Studies: Medical Cannabis Enrollees Typically Reduce Their Use of Opioids

NORML

Patients diagnosed with chronic pain and other debilitating conditions typically reduce, or in some cases, eliminate their use of opioids following their enrollment in state-sanctioned medical cannabis access programs. Several peer-reviewed studies now document this trend. These conclusions are hardly unique.

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The most common reasons people get medical marijuana cards: 2021 edition

The Cannigma

In these three dozen states, from the West Coast to the Midwest to the South and the Northeast, patients use cannabis to treat countless medical conditions and everyday ailments. of patients reported chronic pain as their primary condition, while in Connecticut 70.4% In Colorado, 78.7% In addition, 87.5%

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3 Reasons Medical Cannabis May Be Beneficial for Veterans

Canna Care Docs

Over 15% of Canna Care Docs patients are U.S. But many who live in states where marijuana is legal have decided it’s worth seeking for treatment. Chronic pain. It’s true that studies on medical marijuana and chronic pain are limited, and those that have been completed show mixed results.

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Medical Cannabis for Seniors: Exploring Benefits, Risks, and Personalized Options

United Patients Group

Some common conditions in seniors that may benefit from medical cannabis include: Chronic pain : Medical marijuana has shown promise in relieving chronic pain from conditions like arthritis, neuropathy, and musculoskeletal disorders. This can help to minimize potential side effects and prevent over-medicating.

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Every Maryland Dispensary That MMJ Patients Need To Know

MMJ Recs

By the end of 2018 there were almost 60,000 patients, and nearly $100 million had been taken in the first year of sales. It is projected that there will soon be over 200,000 registered medical marijuana patients in Maryland. Severe or chronic pain. The program continues to grow in popularity. Let’s dive in!

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The Science Behind Medical Marijuana: Exploring Cannabinoids and Their Therapeutic Effects

MMJ Recs

Therapeutic Effects of Cannabinoids Pain Relief: Perhaps one of the most recognized therapeutic effects of cannabinoids is pain relief. Both THC and CBD have demonstrated analgesic properties, making them valuable for managing chronic pain conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, and cancer-related pain.