Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract Background: Over the past decade, there has been increased utilization of medical cannabis (MC) in the United States. Few studies have described…
Condition: Pain
Effects of medical cannabis use on physical and psychiatric symptoms across the day among older adults
Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract Introduction Older adults are increasingly using medical cannabis (MC). It is unclear if therapeutic effects increase problematic use patterns. The current…
Is a Low Dosage of Medical Cannabis Effective for Treating Pain Related to Fibromyalgia? A Pilot Study and Systematic Review
Abstract Background and Objectives: Fibromyalgia is a multifaceted and frequently misunderstood chronic pain disease marked by widespread musculoskeletal pain and cognitive/somatic dysfunction. This trial aims to contribute to the existing knowledge…
Perceptions and engagement of patients with chronic conditions on the use of medical cannabis: a scoping review
Abstract Context Studies generally focus on one type of chronic condition and the effect of medical cannabis (MC) on symptoms; little is known about the perceptions and engagement of patients…
Thoughtfully Integrating Cannabis Products Into Chronic Pain Treatment
Abstract Cannabis products (CPs) and cannabis-based medicines (CBMs) are becoming increasingly available and are commonly used for pain management. The growing societal acceptance of cannabis and liberalization of cannabis laws…
Cannabis use preferences in women with myofascial pelvic pain: A cross-sectional study
Abstract Objective Myofascial tenderness is present in most chronic pelvic pain conditions and causes significant distress to patients. Treatment is challenging and often not curative. Cannabis is often used for self-management of chronic…
Effect of Medical Marijuana Card Ownership on Pain, Insomnia, and Affective Disorder Symptoms in Adults A Randomized Clinical Trial
Key Points Question What are the risks and benefits of obtaining a medical marijuana card for adults who seek medical marijuana for pain, insomnia, and anxiety or depressive symptoms? Findings In this…
Changes in Pain and Mental Health Symptoms Associated with Prescribed Medicinal Cannabis Use: A One-Year Longitudinal Study
Abstract Chronic pain and mental health issues like depression and anxiety significantly contribute to disease burden in Western countries. While cannabinoids are suggested to have analgesic, anxiolytic and antidepressant properties,…
Does cannabis use substitute for opioids? A preliminary exploratory survey in opioid maintenance patients
Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract Various studies showed that people with substance use disorder use cannabis to reduce withdrawal or dose of their main drug. Using…
Cannabis oil extracts for chronic pain: what else can be learned from another structured prospective cohort?
Abstract Introduction: The use of medicinal cannabis for managing pain expands, although its efficacy and safety have not been fully established through randomized controlled trials. Objectives: This structured, prospective questionnaire-based…