Chronic Pain
Medical cannabis can provide a natural alternative for pain relief.
Overview
Medical cannabis offers a natural alternative for pain relief, providing potential benefits for managing chronic and acute conditions.
Pain occurs when the nervous system sends signals to the brain indicating a potential problem or injury. Acute pain usually doesn’t last long, and can be explained by a trauma or health condition. Chronic pain lasts longer, and is the term given to pain that persists for more than 12 weeks. The cause of this consistent pain is not always known.
Symptoms
Chronic pain is usually continuous, lasting from 3 to 6 months or more. Both acute and chronic pain can cause physical limitations, emotional symptoms, and a reduced quality of life.
Treatments
Treatment for pain typically targets the root cause first, and medications can help to manage associated symptoms. However, those with chronic pain may find traditional pain relief has limited effectiveness. A doctor can prescribe stronger pain medications if over-the-counter options don’t help. Research suggests that medical cannabis is already providing results for those living with the challenges of persistent pain.
35%
Over 35% of people using cannabis for medical reasons do so as a substitute for opioids or narcotics to treat pain
44%
A 2016 study found that after medical cannabis treatment, opioid use at follow-up appointments decreased by 44%
64%
A 2016 study highlighted a 64% reduction in opioid use in patients with chronic pain using medical cannabis
74.6%
A survey on cannabis for pain found that, on a 0-100% scale (0% = ‘no relief’, 100% = ‘complete relief’), the average result was 74.6%
Knowledge
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Word from our expert
Dr Sunil AroraChief Medical Officer
Pain management is challenging, but medical cannabis can improve quality of life.
We understand the frustration of chronic pain, particularly when traditional pain medications fail to help. Medical cannabis could be a safe, natural alternative to help you restore balance in your life.
At Emerald, our team of experts can help you explore medical cannabis treatments that work for you, providing you with a safe, natural option to restore balance in your life.
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