Migraines
Medical cannabis can be used to help provide relief for the debilitating pain and other symptoms of migraines, offering a potential pathway to better daily living.
Migraines are often described as bad headaches, but anyone experiencing one will know they can be severe and debilitating. Migraines usually cause a sharp pain or throbbing on one side of the head, and prior warning signs can include vision issues, dizziness or numbness. The cause is unknown, but things like periods, stress, too much caffeine or tiredness can be triggers.
Symptoms
Migraine symptoms may last hours or even days. The primary symptom is a severe headache, which can be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, fatigue, sensitivity to light, noise or smells, and mental health symptoms.
Treatments
Treatments for migraines usually include pain medications, either over-the-counter or prescription, and medications to help with any nausea or vomiting. In severe cases, doctors can also administer medicines called triptans to ease pain. Lifestyle changes are often recommended for migraine management, such as avoiding caffeine or eating regularly, and medical cannabis has also shown excellent results as a potential treatment.
4.6
In a 2022 study, medical cannabis helped reduce migraines from 10.4 per month to 4.6 per month at follow-up
49.6%
In a 2019 survey, migraines were reduced in frequency and severity by 49.6%
61%
A 2020 study found 61% of participants reported lower negative impact from migraines, and lower rates of opioid and triptan consumption
50%
In a 2020 study, headache and migraine ratings were reduced by almost 50% after using cannabis
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Word from our expert
Dr Sunil Arora Chief Medical Officer
As experts in this field, we’ve seen that medical cannabis can be an effective option for patients suffering from migraines.
It can help reduce the frequency and severity of migraine attacks, alleviating pain, inflammation, and associated symptoms such as nausea.
In our experience, a carefully tailored cannabis treatment plan can provide much-needed relief, offering an alternative to traditional migraine medications.
At Emerald, our team of experts can help you explore medical cannabis treatments for migraines that work for you, providing you with a safe, natural option to restore balance in your life.
