{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/pain/32","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_7351-markdown","title":"My diagnosis is \"mild\" cerebral palsy   ","slug":"my-diagnosis-is-mild-cerebral-palsy","content":"\"My diagnosis is \"mild\" cerebral palsy; some symptoms are like fibromyalgia. In addition:  muscle spasms, chronic pain, leg weakness, difficulty sleeping.  In my four years on medical marijuana, the blessed herb has “quelled” my pain enough to get some sleep, but not deep enough sleep to ever feel rested.   My question for you is:  What do you believe to be the best ratio of THC to CBD for muscle spasms and resulting pain.  I wrote THE MEDICAL MARIJUANA HANDBOOK: A PATIENT’S GUIDE TO HOLISTIC HEALING WITH CANNABIS, so I know a bit on the topic -- but it's not easy finding specific ratios for specific issues. And, as I'm sure you know, other cannabinoids like CBN, CBG and CBC are also noted to help with pain and spasms, but almost never listed in a chemical analysis available to patients. A very well respected M.D. who has written books on cannabis told me to use a ratio of 3:1 CBD:THC.  So I’m doing my own trial on that right now, using two separate products to get that ratio – or close to it, anyway.  But I’d love to know your opinion.  Thanks for being there and for your help! Norma\"\n_____________________\nI certainly don't have the kind of problems that you've had to deal with since birth but your question has significant complexity. I actually would like to know what you're doing the rest of the day. Are you taking CBD during the day? Do you have a good sleep hygiene, like wearing sunglasses about an hour before bedtime? Do you have a stressful job? Do you notice your mind won't shut up? Do you maintain a healthy blood level of vitamin D3? Are you doing Sativa and then following it with Indica? Have you tried a large doses of CBD or concentrated CBD? Are you rubbing your body down with 1:1 CBD: THC Salve before bedtime? Are you taking concentrated calcium (increases muscle spasms) or do you take magnesium? Have you had your genetic chart done with a methylation analysis? If you have your methylation analysis it may reveals at you need specific nutrients, or if you have COMT snps (Single nucleotide polymorphisms) in your chart, it indicates that you are very sensitive to neurotransmitter imbalances and you may benefit from stabilizing the neurotransmitters with other supplements.\nI would love to continue this dialogue but I can only answer one time and then you must come back in with a new entry in order for me to answer you again.\n\ndrolson\n_____________________\nHello there!  To start off, I want to  say kudos for taking the challenges of even \"mild\" CP and going on to overcome said challenges and even write a book on med. cann that has helped others!  Besides the excellent advice from Dr. Olsen, I might add that you might want to look into two sets of  med cann products.  One set, for daytime, might have more CBD & THC  and the other set of med cann products with more THC & CBN.   The reason that I don't set a specific ratio of cannabinoids is that every person is different in their response!  At least for me, one of the beauties of cann. medicine is that dosage is placed in the control of the patient.  So I say go ahead and experiment;  for example the 3:1 ratio of CBD:THC is probably not supported by any literature but by a pooled analysis of the pts seen by this physician.   However, why not experiment (carefully) w/ 2:1 ratio?  or 10:1?  Don't forget, method of cann. intake will also effect the pharmacodynamics/ pharmacokinetics (what the drug does to the body and vice versa).  That is, using a vape-pen will be a completely different experience from trying tincture drops in tea or even micro-dosing edibles.    I hope that this helps; feel free to joing any of our qualified MD's for a tele-chat session!\n\ndrpark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7340-markdown","title":"Beside anxiety,  I get nerve pain due to type 2 diabetes, what kind of product do you recommend for this pain ","slug":"beside-anxiety-i-get-nerve-pain-due-to-type-2-diabetes-what-kind-of-product-do-you-recommend-for-this-pain","content":"\n_____________________\nWe recommend our BALANCE or BALANCE+ vaporizers based on the patient feedback we've received.  BALANCE+ contains THC and so is only available to medical cannabis patients in CA right now, but our BALANCE hemp derived CBD vaporizer is available nationwide.  Here's what one patient using the BALANCE vaporizer had to say about how it worked for her Type 2 diabetes related pain:\n\n'This is my first experience with CBD. I'm a 70 year old woman. I'm a diabetic and have been really suffering for many years with excruciatingly painful leg and foot cramps, especially at night, sometimes waking me with ferocious pain. Over the years after complaining of this at every doctor's visit, I've tried so many supposed cures but nothing has ever worked. Magnesium, quinine, heat;  you name it I've tried it. The doctors say there is nothing to help. However, since I've started using the Evoxe Balance high CBD vape pen each night before bed, my leg cramps have miraculously disappeared!  And I cannot believe what a difference this has made in my life. I also find that my blood sugar numbers seem to be in better control as an added benefit. I am so thankful to have found this product.'\n\nBALANCE can be purchased directly from our website at EvoxeLabs.com/Balance, and if you're a CA resident you can find locations that carry our products near you at EvoxeLabs.com/locations\n\nmichaelkatz","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7337-markdown","title":"Great site, I wouldike to use nly highcbdfor pain, inflamation etc.","slug":"great-site-i-wouldike-to-use-nly-highcbdfor-pain-inflamation-etc","content":"\"I have a job that require me to have and maintain a CCW. What is my best option for getting MMJ without  card? This s frustrating as I found my docs an VA will give me morphine like candy. I got off it with mmj as well as tranqs and a  long list of other meds. The feds would rather let me carry with alcohol and morphine than mmj. blood tests are not a problem.\"\n_____________________\nTry topical cannabis. You do not mention the type of pain you are experiencing but I have found the topical CBD to work for almost everything including abdominal pain. If you are experiencing back pain be sure to check your Vitamin D level because most people are deficient in does contribute to pain problems in the body especially  structural.\nI am a bit confused by your question because in one place you ask for only high CBD but in another place you ask for MMJ without a card and that would imply that you might be using THC and you stay you have used MMJ before, so what changed?\nI didn't know that blood work was a required portion for CCW permit or are you concerned that if an incident happened you will be blood tested then?  To not have a recommendation and be found with cannabis in your blood might be much more serious then if you did have a medical recommendation but since I have never applied for CCW maybe your employer requires blood testing.\n\ndrolson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7333-markdown","title":"My mom has back pain  and she's borderline diabetic , I hear that cannabis oil can help with diabetes ","slug":"my-mom-has-back-pain-and-shes-borderline-diabetic-i-hear-that-cannabis-oil-can-help-with-diabetes","content":"\n_____________________\nYes, cannabidiol (CBD oil) does show good results in helping stabilize the blood sugar and improves the way the body deals with carbohydrates as well as reducing inflammation and the pain of inflamed nerves known as neuropathy. Regular use of CBD does tend to lower the blood pressure. Your mother may be able to totally prevent the development of diabetes by using CBD. You do not mention where her back pain is located but if it is around the 'bra line' it may be referred pain from her pancreas and further tests maybe indicated so be sure she follows up with her PCP. Do considered treating the back with Cannabis salve because it should give her relief from her back pain.\n\ndrolson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7331-markdown","title":"My wife has chronic pain severe and anxiety issues. What would you recommend? (something affordable)","slug":"my-wife-has-chronic-pain-severe-and-anxiety-issues-what-would-you-recommend-something-affordable","content":"\n_____________________\nSo sorry to hear about your wife's ailments.  Patients have reported using a couple of our products for what you've described.  Our BALANCE and BALANCE+ CBD vaporizers have been used for everything from rheumatoid arthritis, to cramps associated with Type 2 diabetes, to athletic injuries, as well as for sleep and stress aids.  Our DEEP vaporizer blends indica oil with Lavender, chamomile and orange essential oils, which patients have said helps with everything from fibromyalgia to sleep and relaxation.  All of our products retail for between 40 and 60 throughout California and our BALANCE pen is available nationwide through our website at EvoxeLabs.com/Balance.\n\nmichaelkatz","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7330-markdown","title":"I am having spine nerve pain that teaches into my left leg and knee and is quite severe. ","slug":"i-am-having-spine-nerve-pain-that-teaches-into-my-left-leg-and-knee-and-is-quite-severe","content":"\"Is their a CBD oil/vap product that could help this condition?\"\n_____________________\nYes cannabis is very helpful for neuropathic pain. I would try a sublingual tincture of whole plant cannabis extract with CBD, THC and the other components found in cannabis. You can vary the ratio and see what works best for you and your lifestyle. With more THC you may find more pain relief, but you may experience more psychoactive effects, changes in perception and short term memory. When utilizing the tincture, allow it to absorb in your mouth, so that it goes directly into your bloodstream. Try a small dose (5-10 milligrams of cannabinoids), and wait for half an hour to see if you experience relief. Increase the dose as needed. Vaporizing cannabis will provide more immediate relief and is often a bit easier to titrate the appropriate dose. You may also try topical cannabis rubs or a transdermal patch applied to the most painful area.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7314-markdown","title":"Looking for a specific strain. It is Madman OG. It is the only strained to help me with the pain.","slug":"looking-for-a-specific-strain-it-is-madman-og-it-is-the-only-strained-to-help-me-with-the-pain","content":"\n_____________________\nI would try to find out what you can about the genetics and cannabinoid/terpene profile of Madman OG. It does not seem like a very popular strain, and if you do not grow it yourself, you may find it difficult to procure. Researching the genetics and cannabinoids/terpenes can allow you to pinpoint the right molecules that are helping you. There are many strains that will be able to help you with your pain, you will just need to find the ones that work with your body.\n\nUnfortunately, the industry is not mature yet, so there is still some guesswork in finding the right strains (emphasis on the plural there) that help you to be the best you!\n\nryan","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7312-markdown","title":"what is the best oil cartridge for arthtritis pain?","slug":"what-is-the-best-oil-cartridge-for-arthtritis-pain","content":"\n_____________________\nI think the best oil cartridge would be an AC/DC strain specific cart. A higher CBD strain should mitigate the negative aspects of your arthritis, though I think there is a better option if your arthritis is in your extremities.\n\nTopicals are a great way to medicate! I have recently fallen in love with this stick from Om Edibles. It's their Lion Balm preparation, but it come's in this super convenient stick so you do not get the balm on your hands. Great for at work when your typing, but you don't want goo on your keyboard.\n\nryan","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7311-markdown","title":"what's the best concentrate for arthrtitis pain?","slug":"whats-the-best-concentrate-for-arthrtitis-pain","content":"\n_____________________\nNumerous cannabis preparations are useful for arthritis pain. I would experiment with different strains, THC:CBD ratios, concentrates, tinctures, and topicals. See what works the best for you.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7305-markdown","title":"I have brain cancer would cdb help with my headaches and nerve pains","slug":"i-have-brain-cancer-would-cdb-help-with-my-headaches-and-nerve-pains","content":"\n_____________________\nYes cannabis can help with brain cancer, headaches and nerve pains. The cannabinoids (CBD, THC, CBN, CBG and many others) work best when they are utilized in a whole plant preparation. Isolated cannabinoids are far less effective, as the cannabinoids work together in a synergystic fashion. I would try a sublingual tincture of whole plant cannabis extract with CBD, THC and the other components found in cannabis. You can vary the ratio and see what works best for you and your lifestyle. With more THC you may find more pain relief, but you may experience more psychoactive effects, changes in perception and short term memory. When utilizing the tincture, allow it to absorb in your mouth, so that it goes directly into your bloodstream. Try a small dose (5-10 milligrams of cannabinoids), and wait for half an hour to see if you experience relief. Increase the dose as needed. Vaporizing cannabis will provide more immediate relief and is often a bit easier to titrate the appropriate dose. You may also try topical cannabis rubs or a transdermal patch applied to the most painful area.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7299-markdown","title":"Will cannabis help overactive bladder pain?","slug":"will-cannabis-help-overactive-bladder-pain","content":"\n_____________________\nDo you have interstitial cystitis? Pain can be a symptom of overactive bladder but usually overactive bladder is urgency and frequency and pain maybe alerting you that there is something else wrong such as inflammation of the area of the bladder call the trigone. The pain can be intermittent as the bladder is filling or emptying. For IC, you may want to try juicing fresh, organic, healthy cannabis leaf but since it may not be readily available this time of year, use CBD cannabis especially in a nonalcoholic tincture. Alcohol is an irritant to the bladder as well as spicy foods and in some people, caffeine.\nI also advise using a 1:1, CBD: THC salve massage into the area just above the pubic bone and the perineum several times a day and you may notice relief within a week. Please, no menthol in your cannabis salve. Other soothing herbs such as: calendula or plaintain maybe okay but I believe they do dilute your medicine.\nSince there are no clinical studies, let us know how this works for you. I have treated other patients with the slave for excessive nighttime urination but these are only antidote stories, nothing scientific.\n\ndrolson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7298-markdown","title":"Is bubblegum Kush good for pain","slug":"is-bubblegum-kush-good-for-pain","content":"\n_____________________\nA good resource for cannabis strains is www.leafly.com\nYou can find out the medicinal benefits of each strain, whether it is a Indica, Sativa or hybrid. Here is the link for Bubblegum Kush https://www.leafly.com/indica/bubblegum-kush\nYou can also type in Pain and it will list all the strains that they recommend.\n\nPiantaTinta","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":372,"numPages":54,"currentPage":32,"id":5599,"name":"Pain","slug":"pain","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}