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Groundbreaking Medical Trial Investigates CBD for Chronic Pain Relief in Spinal Cord Injury Patients

Veriheal

If you or someone close to you has suffered a spinal cord injury (SCI) , chances are chronic pain may have been a constant companion. In this article, we’ll closely examine this fascinating exploration of cutting-edge research and learn how this study could transform the future of pain relief for spinal cord injury patients.

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Survey Finds 40% of Chronic Pain Patients Swapped Opioids for Medical Cannabis

Veriheal

The objective of the survey published in December 2020 explored “ the effect that medical cannabis has on prescription opioid medication usage for the treatment of chronic pain at three medical cannabis practice sites ”. They conducted an online survey of patients from three medical practice sites.

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Survey Reveals Almost Half of Canada’s MMJ Patients Reduced Their Alcohol and Opioid Consumption

Veriheal

New data published in the Journal of Cannabis Research claims that almost one in two authorized medical cannabis patients in Canada managed to either completely stop or reduce their intake of controlled substances, such as alcohol and opioids , by using cannabis. As of 2020, the market was worth CAD $2.6 billion (USD $2 billion).

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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. A review in 2020 found that CBD might improve sleep by reducing anxiety.

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New Mexico: Lawmakers Approve Marijuana Decriminalization, Other Reform Bills

NORML

State lawmakers have approved a series of bills reducing penalties for marijuana possession offenses and strengthening and expanding legal protections for medical cannabis patients. Senate Bill 406 expands medical cannabis access and provides important new patient protections. The measures now await action from Democratic Gov.

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8 famous people you didn’t know were cannabis patients

The Cannigma

There are cannabis users, patients, and just everyday fans who may be fans, but don’t make it a big part of their public persona. For these famous medical cannabis patients and supporters, it is something that can improve quality of life and which should be made readily available to anyone in need. 1) Patrick Stewart. 2) Megan Rapinoe.

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Does delta-8 really help you sleep?

SpeedWeed

As delta-8 THC grows in popularity, many early adopters are reporting back on its potential as a sleep aid. And while some are using delta-8 for the “high” it produces, many people are reporting relying on it for something more essential: Sleep. Sleep paralysis, nightmares, restlessness, unable to fall or stay asleep.”.

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