Pain Relief

Arthritis causes pain and inflammation in the joints. The symptoms of a patient’s arthritis vary depending on the severity of the condition, as well as other factors such as age and any other pre-existing conditions. Symptoms can include joint inflammation, swelling, pain, warmth, and restriction of movement.

The cannabinoids naturally found in medical cannabis provide anti-inflammatory properties which can help to reduce the symptoms of arthritis to improve quality of life.

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Back pain affects over 60% of the UK population during their lifetime. This can be debilitating in both the short and long term. Reasons for this are far reaching but can occur due to arthritis (inflammatory and wear and tear), disc issues, trauma, nerve, and muscle problems. Medical cannabis has been reported to provide pain relief from back pain and sciatica. NICE (The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence in the UK) now recommends that opioids should not be used for lower back pain unless needed for other conditions due poor effectiveness and side effects.

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Cancer occurs when abnormal cells in part of the body grow uncontrollably, spreading into nearby tissue or travelling to distant places in the body to form new tumours. There are over 200 forms of cancer which impacts the severity of symptoms and treatment options available. Early symptoms can include lumps, unexplained bleeding, weight loss, pain and change in bowel habit. Treatment includes surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or radiotherapy; all of which can produce significant side effects.

Medical cannabis can help in managing the side effects of conventional treatment as well as managing pain, insomnia, and anxiety.

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Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a severe sharp, stinging or burning pain (neuropathic) typically within one limb of the body. It can develop after an injury, surgery, stroke, or heart attack. There is no known cure for CRPS so treatment available focuses on a combination of medical, physical, and psychological therapies to improve a patient’s wellbeing and quality of life.

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Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a rare genetic condition affecting the connective tissues which provide support to the skin, ligaments, tendons, bones, bloods vessels and organs. It creates abnormalities in connective tissues, resulting in the tissue becoming increased in flexibility. There are 13 types of EDS each with their own unique symptoms. Shared symptoms across the condition can include increased joint flexibility, muscle pain, stretchy and fragile skin.

Medical cannabis can provide relief in chronic pain associated with the symptoms of EDS and can work in partnership with traditional treatment.

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Endometriosis is a condition where tissue from the womb begins to grow outside the womb. In the UK around 1.5 million women suffer from endometriosis. Common symptoms include painful periods, infertility, and chronic pelvic pain, cysts as well as painful sexual intercourse. The cause of endometriosis is unknown.

Medical cannabis can be a powerful alternative to traditional treatment through relieving chronic pain. Recent studies also highlight that medical cannabis can aid in preventing the growth of endometrial cysts.

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Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is characterised by widespread body pain with no specific cause such as injury or another medical condition. Other symptoms include poor sleep, headaches, and fatigue. FMS is thought to be triggered by some sort of trauma such as physical trauma, viral infection, childbirth, an operation, or an emotional event.

Medical cannabis is beneficial in supporting multiple symptoms of FMS such as chronic pain, headaches, poor sleep, and muscle stiffness. The cannabinoids found in medical cannabis can provide an analgesic effect, meaning it does not change your ability to sense your surroundings. It can also assist in reducing the amount of conventional medications a patient may need to take to support them living with FMS.

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Migraines are severe headaches associated with symptoms such as nausea and sensitivity to light. They can have a significant effect on the ability to live a normal life. Migraines can be linked with certain triggers such as stress, tiredness, diet, hormonal cycles, but also can follow no pattern and occur suddenly.

Patients have reported that medical cannabis can aid in reducing the frequency of migraine headaches while also reducing the severity of them, once started.

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Musculoskeletal pain is a term used for pain originating from bones, muscles, or joints. Depending on the cause and location of the pain, symptoms can vary.

Medical cannabis is an alternative pain relief option to using traditional medication such as strong opioid painkillers.

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