Many qualified doctors have been recommending cannabis for chronic pain in recent years in conjunction with medical treatment methods.
How Does Marijuana Help Patients with Chronic Pain?
The compounds contained in cannabis are believed to relieve pain, nausea, and other symptoms that cause many discomforts on a daily basis.
There are two specific components that are believed to aid in pain relief, THC and CBD.
THC and CBD for Pain
THC stimulates the brain’s receptors to activate the reward system while simultaneously reducing the level of pain that a person feels. THC stimulates the high sensation that puts patients at ease and comforts them.
CBD does not create a high sensation but it does target the pain receptors in the brain to offer relief and even stimulates an anti-inflammatory effect.
Cannabis for Chronic Pain Studies
There have been recent studies that have evaluated marijuana and its effect on chronic pain using different parts of the marijuana plant and different delivery systems.
Across most of the studies, they find that cannabis provides positive results for patients looking for improvement in their quality of life without unwanted side effects.
However, it is important to note that cannabis is always studied alongside medication and is never recommended as a treatment alternative for modern medicine.
Marijuana Consumption Methods
If you are interested in marijuana for your chronic pain it is important that you seek out a medical doctor’s recommendation before heading to your local dispensary.
Once you have your medical card you can experiment with the different delivery methods based on preference and health needs.
Some popular delivery methods include oils, edibles, topical treatments and more.
Dispensary Works
At Dispensary Works, we are a Southern Maryland medical marijuana provider committed to providing the best cannabis product to patients as part of their overall health program.
Our highly trained staff is here to help you select the best cannabis for your particular needs and to guide you as you uncover the world of marijuana.
If you would like to learn more about who we are and what we do, feel free to visit our website, or contact us today at 240-585-5220.
