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

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This article delves into the science behind medical marijuana, focusing on cannabinoids, the active compounds found in the cannabis plant, and their remarkable therapeutic effects. We’ll explore the diverse range of cannabinoids and their health benefits, providing insights into how these compounds are revolutionizing healthcare.

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Cannabinoids and Glaucoma: Exploring the Science Behind Marijuana’s Effectiveness

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Cannabinoids and other compounds found in marijuana have been studied for their potential effects on glaucoma, a group of painful eye conditions that can lead to blindness. The primary reason most glaucoma patients seek medical marijuana treatment is because of lower intraocular pressure (IOP). IOP is extremely painful.

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Cannabinoids Could Limit Brain Injury Damage, Researchers Say

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While some traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients are able to make excellent recoveries, most would benefit from some kind of intervention that could help balance the body’s natural inflammatory response. Now, a research group at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University has been awarded a $1.8 Why, how, and when intervene?

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Cannabinoids: THC

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A 2006 edition of Current Pharmacology published an article titled: “Role of the Cannabinoid System in Pain Control and Therapeutic Implications for the Management of Acute and Chronic Pain Episodes”. Once medical marijuana is ingested, the receptors are opened and the medication begins to provide relief to patients.

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Doctors Get New Clinical Guidelines for Managing Chronic Pain With Cannabis, Courtesy of Canadian Researchers

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annually — is one of the most common reasons why medical marijuana is sought out by patients in the United States, Canada, and beyond. New guidelines for cannabis in chronic pain were recently published by a group of Canadian researchers. How Were the New Guidelines for Cannabis in Chronic Pain Developed?

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What The Relaxation In Access To Cannabis For Scientific Research Means For Medical Marijuana Development

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The use of cannabis in scientific research in the US has been at a standstill for the last five decades. The limit on where scientists could access cannabis for research was limited to just one facility at the University of Mississippi. What does federally funded cannabis research mean for medical marijuana development?

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How does medical marijuana help patients with Epilepsy?

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One in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime. Medical marijuana can alleviate certain side effects and, some research indicates, reduce the number of seizures a patient experiences. Cannabinoids are compounds in cannabis that target cells in the body. appeared first on.

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