Back pain and cannabis treatment (ointment, extracts, oils and smoking marijuana)
- Back pain after a certain type of injury can be a short-term matter at best, at worst the back injury can extend to the point of chronic problems and pain.
- Before it is necessary to start applying painkillers or undergo surgery immediately, the patient has the opportunity to try a natural alternative - medical cannabis
Do you have back problems?
If so, know that you are definitely not alone. According to current statistics, more than 540 million people worldwide suffer from lower back pain. However, back pain is not just about regular shots or lower back problems. Many people also suffer from problems with the upper and lateral sides of the back. In worse cases, of course, there are also combinations and variations of these isolated pains.
The good news is that cannabis is becoming more and more obsolete as a possible drug option, not least for back pain. In several US states, medical cannabis is commonly available for patients and recreational users, in some only on the advice of a doctor (back pain falls into the category for the possibility of obtaining a prescription). Canada has recently joined this trend, and thanks to the pirate side, the whole thing is also going in the right direction in our country.
“Legality aside, more than 2.5% of the population is looking for cannabis as a possible help against pain and disease worldwide. However, these statistics come from 2016, and as you can imagine, this number will rise every year. ” Royal Queen Seeds
The most common causes of back pain
Back pain can be divided into several main categories - one that lasts less than 6 weeks is considered an "acute" type, while back pain lasting more than 3 months already falls into the category of "chronic" pain. Common, temporary back pain, or "mechanical" pain, is the most common. "Mechanical pain is basically one during which there are no more serious complications such as a nerve pinch or another often hidden cause," explains the official brochure of the British Chiropractic Association.
Aging, daily wear and tear, poor posture and also stress can all contribute to back problems. More serious back problems are usually spices from protruding plates or pinched nerves - these can cause, for example, a fall or injury during sports activities. Pain that manifests itself only by shooting into the legs can be a symptom of sciatica - inflammation of the lower back.
"However, there may be other more serious causes of back pain - arthritis . Although surgery is often unavoidable in more serious cases, medical cannabis can be used in both cases, according to patients. ”
How can cannabis be used for back pain?
The cannabis herb and the substances derived from it have been used as a remedy for various health ailments for millennia. Nowadays, the entire cannabis treatment scene is only "returning" and more and more often it is possible to hear unofficial evidence of patients who help with so-called "home-made" marijuana and often cannot afford it at the same time.
Therapeutic cannabis can be used for pain in many different ways, and each patient may prefer their own treatment style. One of the first options is usually the choice of ointment application. In the production of ointment, the user has the opportunity to prepare it either from THC-rich cannabis flowers or only on CBD.
CBD models of cannabis are especially sought after by patients who are not interested in the psychoactive effect of marijuana when applied by smoking or vaporization. Some modern types of cannabis are specially bred to contain as much CBD as possible and can be used for treatment by literally anyone.
“A good example here is the medical line of varieties from the Royal Queen Seeds seed bank. Their CBD varieties , such as Royal Medic or Royal Highness, have been at the forefront of popularity for several years. ”
However, a combination of all cannabinoids, including THC, is of course popular in the treatment of back pain. Not only are these patients able to reduce the symptoms of depression or stress, which often help chronic pain, according to certain evidence, they also use the so-called "synergistic effect" of cannabinoids. As we mentioned in one of the previous articles , the synergistic effect of cannabinoids may in some cases be many times more effective than, for example, CBD alone.
Does CBD oil (cannabidiol) help ?
In the case of back pain of neuropathic origin, repeated doses of CBD could be helpful. According to a recent study, CBD is able not only to reduce neuropathic symptoms, but also the anxiety that patients with this type of pain often experience.
In tests on mouse subjects, CBD has been shown to reduce pain-related anxiety behavior and increase overall serotonin production, which has further improved the mood of the mice observed.
"In an effort to find the optimal dosage of CBD for neuropathic pain, we have so far found that pain relief is best seen after the first week of daily CBD administration." PhD. Gabriella Gobbi, Professor of Psychology (Montreal, Canada)
"If we look at the statistics so far, we see that CBD treatment is most beneficial as so-called chronic - with daily application."
Cannabis varieties suitable for chronic back pain (and others)
Finally, we can look at a few varieties that are effective against chronic pain and especially with pain often associated with arthritis, according to statistics from the busy Leafly.com server:
Critical Mass
The first to be offered is the widely popular Critical Mass variety from the well-known seed bank Mr. Nice . Gardeners liked this variety especially for the high production of quality flowers, which also found a supporter among patients undergoing treatment for pain associated with arthritis and back. According to previous patient opinions, a very high THC content of up to 22% together with large harvests here offers quality that can also be saved.
One of the patients who used the Critical Mass variety to treat chronic back pain describes his experience as follows:
" I started applying Critical Mass regularly in an effort to alleviate back pain, which has been bothering me for a long time. In the past, I accidentally swept my prolapsed disc and the pain has been with me ever since. I came across this model mainly because I try to use really hard Indics. This variety is one of the most effective so far. In my opinion, this is better than ibuprofen combined with opiates. Real strength, I can't praise her. A bonus is a very pleasant and fast sleep after an all-day application.
Afghani
Another of the completely typical, classic indica strains is the original Afghani. This is the original variety imported from Afghanistan, where it occurs naturally. The subsequent popularity of Afghani imported to the West gave rise to other immortal varieties, such as Kush. However, Afghans remain at the forefront of popularity among those seeking a deep and powerful herb capable of relieving both mental and physical pain.
Cannabisproponentman: “This variety is absolutely adorable. Afghans will not disappoint those who seek a soothing, even blissful effect. I decided to try Afghani after a long time loving Northern Lights (one of the most popular indica hybrids). I thought it was time to try the real and unadulterated indica. And I must say that reality exceeded my expectations.
Afghani offers a rapid and rapid onset of action, which acts on anxiety and pain as a nail hammer. I must admit that I am really grateful for the existence of this model. I write this under the influence of Afghani, and I feel like a bear ripe for hibernation in the high hills of Afghanistan. In addition, I experienced some interesting introspective moments during the effect, which illuminated several aspects of my personality. Overall a very positive affair. "
Cookies Kush
Let's stick to the indicator and move straight to the one that is currently without a doubt one of the best - Cookies Kush . Not only has this variety penetrated the legendary status of a worldwide celebrity, it is also one of the seeds most frequently requested by customers. One of the leading seed banks on a global level - Barney's Farm - took care of the quality of genetics here.
CBD Critical Cure
If powerful indica varieties coated with a resin with a very strong THC content are nothing for you, but you are still interested in the healing effects of cannabis, another creation of Barney's Farm - CBD Critical Cure is offered.
In the case of this model, it is a specially bred variety to contain the highest possible content of therapeutic CBD . As you may have read above, daily doses of CBD have already been shown in studies as a very promising natural way to treat back pain and, surprisingly, anxiety.
TheToastedToker420: “Ideal model. It totally turns off my pain associated with arthritis. In addition, the smoke does not irritate my lungs, despite the fact that the Critical Cure sticks are very hard and sticky. According to my impressions, terpenes are full of earthy and sweet aromas. ”
* All information in this article is for guidance only. We do not guarantee the described effects, variety characteristics and information submitted by persons on the Leafly server.
Sources: royalqueenseeds.com medscape.com leafly.com