Abstract For thousands of years, medicinal cannabis has been used for pain treatment, but its use for pain management is still controversial. Meta-analysis of the literature has shown contrasting results…
Keyword: ∆9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
Medicinal cannabis improves sleep in adults with insomnia: a randomised double-blind placebo-controlled crossover study
Abstract Insomnia or difficulty falling and or staying asleep is experienced by up to 30% of the general population. This randomised crossover double-blind placebo-controlled 6-week trial aimed to assess the…
Assessment of Medical Cannabis and Health-Related Quality of Life
Key Points Question Is medical cannabis treatment associated with improvements in health-related quality of life? Findings In this case series of 3148 patients, significant improvements were reported on all 8 domains of…
Medicinal Cannabis for Paediatric Developmental, Behavioural and Mental Health Disorders
Abstract Parents of children with developmental, behavioural and mental health disorders are increasingly asking whether medicinal cannabis might be a therapeutic option for their child. This paper presents the current…
Medical Cannabis for Chronic Nonmalignant Pain Management
Abstract Purpose of Review Cannabis has been used since ancient times for medical and recreational research. This review article will document the validity of how medical cannabis can be utilized…
Painful Subjects, Desiring Relief: Experiencing and Governing Pain in a Medical Cannabis Program
Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract Cannabis can provide patients benefits for pain and symptom management, improve their functionality, and enhance their well-being. Yet restrictive medical cannabis…
Medical cannabis for refractory cancer-related pain in a specialised clinical service: a cross-sectional study
Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract Background and objectives Cancer-related pain management in advanced stages presents a significant challenge that often requires a multidisciplinary approach. Although advancements in…
Does medicinal cannabis affect depression, anxiety, and stress in people with cancer? A systematic review and meta-analysis of intervention studies
Abstract Introduction Medicinal cannabis might have a role in supporting the mental health of people with cancer. This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the efficacy and safety of medicinal cannabis, compared…
Physicians’ Attitudes and Practices Regarding Cannabis and Recommending Medical Cannabis Use
Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract Introduction: Medical cannabis users tend not to trust or rely on health care providers regarding cannabis advice. Previous surveys of physicians have…